Job for the future Interior Systems Finishers, Installers, and Plasterers

Average hourly wage

$37.00

Job description

These individuals take care of the structure of the ceilings, walls, and partitions of buildings. They install framework, install gypsum board, and apply limestone coatings such as plaster, mortar, cement, or aggregates.

Personality profiles (RIASEC)

Realistic: People with this profile prefer carrying out concrete tasks and being physically involved in what they do.
Conventional: People with this profile prefer specific, well-defined tasks. They like to respect the order of things and follow established rules.
Social: People with this profile prefer to be in contact with others, in particular to entertain, help or teach them.

Main tasks

Lather

Prepare the configuration of walls and ceilings.
Install metal framing and furring strips and attach metal or gypsum laths.
Make openings in the slats for pipes, ducts, and electrical outlets.
Put strips and mesh around beams that are to be plastered.
Install acoustic tiles, suspended ceiling supports, and metal studs.

Plasterers

Clean and prepare the surfaces to be plastered.
Mix the ingredients and apply layers of plaster, roughcast, acrylic, or other substitutes.
Create decorative patterns in the topcoat, as required.
Treat freshly plastered surfaces.
Mould and install plaster panels, cornices, and ornamental mouldings.
Spray soundproofing materials or textured finish on walls and ceilings.

Interior System Installers and Finishers

Cut and fit gypsum panels and attach to studs or joists.
Cut and install sticks to protect the outside corners.
Apply filler to different areas (joints, holes, slots, etc.) and sand the joints.
Manufacture and install suspended ceilings.
Install soundproofing and coffered ceilings.