plasterer

Location
Calgary, AB T1Y 6Z3
 
Full job description
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Will train
Work site environment
Dusty
Noisy
Outdoors
Work setting
Commercial
Residential
Various locations
Tasks
Prepare tenders and quotations
Instruct apprentices
Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster
Clean and prepare surfaces
Cure freshly plastered surfaces
Finish corners and angles and create decorative designs in finish coat, if required
Mix plaster ingredients to desired consistency
Mould and install ornamental plaster panels, cornices and trim
Spray acoustic or texture materials over walls and ceilings
Trowel or spray coats of stucco over exteriors of buildings to form weatherproof surfaces
Estimate costs and materials
Operate CADD and other computer software systems
Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
Erect and install scaffolding, falsework and other working platforms
Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Hand-eye co-ordination
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Manual dexterity
Overtime required
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Sound discrimination
Tight deadlines
Walking
Work under pressure
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
Client focus
Dependability
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week