Plasterboard Fixer
About this job
looking for a reliable Plasterboard Fixer to join our Christchurch team for residential and commercial projects. The role involves measuring, cutting, and installing plasterboard, insulation, and fittings. No formal qualifications required; prior experience preferred.
Full on-the-job training provided, No formal qualifications are required.
Duties include: - Determining plasterboard layout, and installing insulation and vapour barriers. - Measuring, marking, and cutting plasterboard; lifting and positioning panels; and securing them to walls, ceilings, studs, and battens. - Preparing corner beads and securing them in position. - Fixing precast cornices, panel mouldings, ceiling centres, and other plaster fittings. - Safe operation of hand and power tools. - Applying and fixing plasterboard partitions, suspended ceilings, fire-rating systems, acoustic tiles, and composite wall linings to buildings. - Following all health and safety procedures and instructions from supervisors.
Job Requirements
- Drivers' Licence and own transport - Must be physically fit and able to carry out manual labour safely - Willing to work weekends or travel - Prior experience in construction is preferred but NOT mandatory - Must be dependable, punctual, and willing to follow instructions - Must be available to work weekends and commit to long hours when required to meet project deadlines - Some work may be outside Christchurch. Applicants must be willing to travel and stay away from home for 1–2 nights when required - Must be genuinely motivated and committed to work in the construction industry
- Days of work
- All days 7:30 am to 5:00 pm and also have to work on weekends. 30 - 50 hours a week. (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $27-$35 hourly
- Job Category
- Plasterers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, Restricted(Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- No
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