Plaster/Taper Apprentice

Wage: $34.98 per hour (full-time position; 37.5 hours) + benefits in accordance with UNION collective agreement Location of Work: Various locations throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Province of Ontario Job Description: • Review and complete PDI deficiency lists • Apply paper or mesh tape and joint compound over drywall joints • Mix plaster ingredients in trough to desired consistency • Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster using trowels, floats, brushes and spraying equipment • Cure freshly plastered surfaces • Perform drywall repairs, patching, sanding and painting touch-ups • Complete minor caulking and finishing work • Repair minor damage to walls, ceilings and finishes • Identify incomplete or defective work and report any issues requiring another trade • Protect finished surfaces and keep work areas clean • Take before-and-after photos and provide updates on completed work • Coordinate with site supervisors, homeowners and other trades when required • Follow all company policies and health and safety requirements Job Requirements: • 1-2 years of previous experience with PDI, deficiency or general handyman work • Knowledge of hand and power finishing tools, taping machines, and mixing equipment • Knowledge of drywall, painting and finishing repairs • Ability to lift heavy materials, work in awkward positions, and work on ladders or scaffolding • Ability to work independently and complete tasks efficiently • Able to follow instructions and work well with others on construction sites.

• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills • Ability to read deficiency lists and follow instructions • Own basic tools and reliable transportation • Valid driver’s licence How to Apply: Send resume by e-mail to [email protected] Company: Target Drywall & Acoustics Ltd. 1670 Sismet Road Mississauga, ON L4W 1R4