Job Description

Employer: Spectrum Building Services

City/Location: Markham

Region & Country: ON, Canada

Salary: $36.40 per hour

Other Financial Benefits: Eligible for up to 5% bonus on emergency service work

Job type & Term: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: 40 per week (possible overtime)

Benefits: Dental and vision coverage, WSIB, Extended Health, Disability

Other Benefits: Transportation provided by employer, Free parking available

Work Location: Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel required

Language: English

Start: As soon as possible

ABOUT US:

We are an industry-leading provider of essential building maintenance services such as carpet cleaning, garage power washing, odour control, fancoil maintenance, and a full range of emergency service response services including floods, mould, water loss mitigation, fire cleanup, trauma-related cleanup, and full restoration capabilities.

ABOUR THE ROLE:

Drywall and Ceiling Installer and Finisher

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team with years of experience working with drywalls and ceiling in their preparation, installations, plastering and finishing. The successful candidate will work closely with other team members and in a highly demanding environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Measure, cut and fit drywall sheets for installation on walls and ceilings

Prepare wall and ceiling layouts

Position and secure sheets to metal or wooden studs or joists

Cut and install metal corner beads to protect exterior corners

Fill joints, nail indentations, holes and cracks with joint compound using trowel and broad knife

Tape over joints using taping machine and embed tape in compound

Smooth out excess compound and allow coat to dry

Apply successive coats of compound and sand seams and joints

Fabricate and install suspended metal ceiling grids and place in panels to form acoustical and coffered ceilings.

Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements

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

Cut openings in lath for heating and ventilation piping, ducts and electrical outlets and Install corner beads and wire mesh around beams

Fill joints, nail indentations, holes and cracks with joint compound

Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster and finish corners and angles when required

Clean and prepare surfaces when required

Work Setting:

Commercial & residential

Maintenance Work

Restoration Work

Work in an employer's/client's home

Maintenance and Repair

Work Site Environment

At heights

Cold/refrigerated and/or Hot

Dangerous

Dusty & Noisy

Physical capabilities

Bending, crouching, kneeling

Hand-eye co-ordination

Handling heavy loads

Large workload

Manual dexterity

Physically demanding

Repetitive tasks

Sound discrimination

Standing for extended periods

Tight deadlines

Walking

Work under pressure

Weight handling -

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Specific Skills:

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Hand-eye co-ordination

Combination of sitting, standing and walking

Education:

Secondary (high) school education certificate

Experience:

2-3 years of experience required in drywalling

Minimum 4-5 years of experience in Building repair and maintenance Industry required

Proven experience as a Drywaller or in a similar construction role. Proficiency in blueprint reading to accurately interpret project plans. Skills in construction painting and caulking are highly desirable. A maintenance person's background with experience in building or carpentry is a plus. Expertise in drywall techniques, including taping, mudding, and sanding Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship. Ability to lift heavy materials and stand for extended periods during work hours.

Other Preferred Credentials & Experience:

Candidates with the below certifications, training and experience will be given preference

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Drywall Finisher Trade Certification

Certificates or Trainings in

o Water Remediation

o Mold Remediation

o Fire and Smoke Remediation

o Asbestos

Industry Experience: Site remediation, Building service, Buildings and structures, Asbestos abatement and removal Remedial therapy

Tools/equipment - Provided by employer

Hard hat Mask Safety glasses/goggles Steel-toed safety boots

How to apply

By email

hiring@spectrumco.ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $36.40 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

Bonus pay
Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Vision care
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Overtime Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person