We are seeking an experienced Drywall Hanger/Taper to support commercial and residential construction projects. This position is responsible for installing, finishing, and repairing drywall while maintaining high standards for quality and jobsite safety.
Responsibilities
- Measure, cut, fit, and install drywall panels on walls and ceilings.
- Secure drywall to wood or metal framing.
- Apply joint tape, joint compound, and finishing coats.
- Sand and smooth finished surfaces to prepare them for paint.
- Install corner bead and finish inside and outside corners.
- Repair damaged drywall, cracks, holes, and surface imperfections.
- Read measurements, layouts, and basic construction plans.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Follow all OSHA and jobsite safety requirements.
- Coordinate effectively with supervisors and other trades.
Requirements
Previous professional experience with drywall hanging and taping.
Ability to complete drywall work from installation through final finish.
Experience working with hand tools, power tools, drywall lifts, and stilts when required.
Must provide basic drywall tools, including a drywall screw gun, cutout tool, utility knife, T-square, measuring tape, rasp, taping knives, mud pan, and sanding tools.
Must have required PPE, including a hard hat, safety vest, work boots, gloves, safety glasses, and an N95 mask or respirator.
Ability to lift and carry drywall materials and perform physically demanding work.
Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.
Ability to work independently and as part of a construction crew.
Commercial construction experience is preferred.
Skills Required
- Previous professional experience with drywall hanging and taping
- Ability to complete drywall work from installation through final finish
- Experience working with hand tools, power tools, drywall lifts, and stilts when required
- Must provide basic drywall tools (drywall screw gun, cutout tool, utility knife, T-square, measuring tape, rasp, taping knives, mud pan, sanding tools)
- Must have required PPE (hard hat, safety vest, work boots, gloves, safety glasses, N95 mask or respirator)
- Ability to lift and carry drywall materials and perform physically demanding work
- Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
- Ability to work independently and as part of a construction crew
- Commercial construction experience
What We Do
Essel specializes in ensuring your projects success by managing the ideal outcome in 3 key areas: Workforce Augmentation: For the AEC & Emergency Response sectors - we make sure you have the workforce to execute on your project. Whether it be high volume environmental technicians or subject matter experts - we have the resources to provide the workforce that will help your project flourish. Environmental Compliance - for any AEC or Emergency Response project - we help guide the environmental compliance process from either providing the experts or owning the outcome from sampling through clearances. Our environmental teams are experienced with all facets of environmental compliance nationwide. Safety Management - Project execution with a focus on safety can be a recipe for disaster. Safety is our 3rd piece of the puzzle for optimum project execution. We specialize in augmenting safety teams to scale based on the needs of the project. From Safety Managers to IH techs - we are versatile to deliver what you need - when you need it.
