ASSEMBLE PATH · ONTARIO TRADE 453A

Drywall Finisher and Plasterer

A Drywall Finisher and Plasterer tapes and finishes wallboard (drywall), applies, maintains and restores plaster and similar materials on interior and exterior walls, ceilings and building partitions to make them more decorative, soundproof and firerated. A Drywall Finisher and Plasterer also textures concrete, applies coats of plaster to foundation materials, and installs, repairs and restores mouldings and ornaments. Specifically, a Drywall Finisher and Plasterer:

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RED SEAL TRADENON-COMPULSORY IN ONTARIOCONSTRUCTION / BUILDING SYSTEMS
Drywall Finisher and Plasterer working safely in a representative workplace

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WHY THE WORK MATTERS

A carefully finished surface shapes how an entire interior looks, sounds and performs.

These finishers tape and finish wallboard, apply and restore plaster, create textures and mouldings, and deliver smooth, durable, fire-rated or decorative surfaces.

5,400 hoursgeneral apprenticeship duration
$68,000estimated median at 2,000 paid hours
Red Seal tradenationally recognized standard

EXPLORE IN ORDER

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WHERE THE WORK LIVES

Real settings for real work

residential constructioncommercial interiorshigh-rise projectsheritage restorationfinishing contractors

EVIDENCE BASE

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