Drywall, Lather and Interior Finishing

Introduction

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If you are strong, have an eye for details, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and challenges, then a career as a Plasterer/Drywall Installer and Finisher/Lather could be right for you.

 

About us

 

Since 1985, Westrade Construction Limited has provided General Contractor and Project Management services to Ottawa and the outlying area; including interior renovations for commercial, industrial, retail and dental/medical spaces.  

 

The Westrade Advantage

 

Working as a team member of a small private company, you will have the opportunity to assist and learn new skills in multiple spheres of the business. 

 

Our office is located in the Hintonburg neighbourhood, just a few minutes away from Tunney’s Pasture, cycling paths and multiple restaurants. Westrade’s employees enjoy a wide range of benefits including health and dental plans, insurance plans, cell phone plans, access to commercial vehicles and free parking. 

 

Roles and Responsibilities

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• Read architectural and structural drawings

• Preparing wall and ceiling layouts

• Measuring, cutting and fitting drywall sheets for installation on walls and ceilings

• Positioning and securing drywall sheets to studs

• Cutting and installing metal corner beads to protect exterior corners

• Filling joints, holes and cracks with compound using a trowel and broad knife

• Tape, sand and prepare for final finishes.

• Installing metal stud framing and furring for interior drywall or plaster walls and ceilings, using hand and power tools

• Attaching metal or gypsum lath to studs or furring using nails, screws, clips or wire ties

• Cutting openings in lath for heating and ventilation piping, ducts and electrical outlets

• Installing corner beads and wire mesh around beams to which plaster is to be applied

• Installing acoustic tile, hangers for suspended ceilings and metal studs for composition wallboard or lath

 

Qualifications and Experience

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• 3 years of experiences

• Driver’s license

• Health and Safety Certifications (WHSA, WHMIS, WAH, etc.)

• Knowledge of the construction industry is essential

• Possess excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills

• Is detail-oriented, organized and committed to achieving excellence in their work

• Can be self-directed, possess a sense of initiative and dependability

• Respectful of diversity

• Bilingual is considered as an asset 

 

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Interested? Send your resume to: 

info@westradeconstruction.com

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