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Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surface for painting or papering.

Sample of reported job titles: Drywall Finisher, Drywall Mechanic, Drywall Taper, Finisher, Taper

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Tasks  |  Technology Skills  |  Tools Used  |  Knowledge  |  Skills  |  Abilities  |  Work Activities  |  Detailed Work Activities  |  Work Context  |  Job Zone  |  Education  |  Credentials  |  Interests  |  Work Styles  |  Work Values  |  Related Occupations  |  Wages & Employment  |  Job Openings  |  Additional Information

Tasks

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  • Spread sealing compound between boards or panels or over cracks, holes, nail heads, or screw heads, using trowels, broadknives, or spatulas.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Press paper tape over joints to embed tape into sealing compound and to seal joints.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Apply additional coats to fill in holes and make surfaces smooth.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surfaces for painting or papering.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Spread and smooth cementing material over tape, using trowels or floating machines to blend joints with wall surfaces.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Sand or patch nicks or cracks in plasterboard or wallboard.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Mix sealing compounds by hand or with portable electric mixers.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Work on high ceilings, using scaffolding or other tools, such as stilts.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Select the correct sealing compound or tape.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Countersink nails or screws below surfaces of walls before applying sealing compounds, using hammers or screwdrivers.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Remove extra compound after surfaces have been covered sufficiently.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Install metal molding at wall corners to secure wallboard.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Apply texturizing compounds or primers to walls or ceilings before final finishing, using trowels, brushes, rollers, or spray guns.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Check adhesives to ensure that they will work and will remain durable.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Sand rough spots of dried cement between applications of compounds.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Use mechanical applicators that spread compounds and embed tape in one operation.See more occupations related to this task.

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Technology Skills

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  • Accounting software — Applied Computer Systems JOBPOWER; Intuit QuickBooks Hot technology ; Turtle Creek Software GoldensealSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Enterprise resource planning ERP software Hot technology — Microsoft Dynamics Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Office suite software — Microsoft Office Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Project management software — Construction Software Center EasyEst; DevWave Estimate Works; On Center Quick BidSee more occupations related to this technology.

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Knowledge

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  • Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.See more occupations related to this knowledge.

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Skills

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Abilities

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  • Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without “giving out” or fatiguing.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.See more occupations related to this ability.

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Work Activities

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  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Detailed Work Activities

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  • Apply sealants or other protective coatings.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Apply adhesives to construction materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Climb equipment or structures to access work areas.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Select construction materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Drill holes in construction materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Remove excess materials from finished construction projects.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Install metal structural components.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Prepare surfaces for finishing.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Evaluate quality of materials or products.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Work Context

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  • Spend Time Standing — 86% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — 76% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Face-to-Face Discussions — 63% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — 52% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Exposed to Contaminants — 51% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — 60% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Freedom to Make Decisions — 39% responded “A lot of freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Structured versus Unstructured Work — 41% responded “Some freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Time Pressure — 39% responded “Once a month or more but not every week.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Work With Work Group or Team — 43% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Walking and Running — 44% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Exposed to High Places — 47% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — 31% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Responsible for Others’ Health and Safety — 34% responded “Very high responsibility.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — 70% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Telephone — 41% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Frequency of Decision Making — 37% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — 28% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — 36% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — 52% responded “Important results.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Contact With Others — 50% responded “Contact with others most of the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — 49% responded “Once a month or more but not every week.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — 27% responded “Limited responsibility.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — 55% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Level of Competition — 48% responded “Highly competitive.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — 52% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Physical Proximity — 46% responded “Slightly close (e.g., shared office).”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — 34% responded “About half the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Coordinate or Lead Others — 41% responded “Important.”See more occupations related to this work context.

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Job Zone

Title Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Related Experience Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Job Training Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Job Zone Examples These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, and tellers.
SVP Range (4.0 to < 6.0)

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Education


Percentage of Respondents
Education Level Required
46   High school diploma or equivalent

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29   Less than high school diploma
25   Post-secondary certificate

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Credentials

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Interests

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  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.See more occupations related to this interest.

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Work Styles

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  • Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Independence — Job requires developing one’s own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Self-Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.See more occupations related to this work style.

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Work Values

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  • Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.See more occupations related to this work value.

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Related Occupations

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47-2044.00 Tile and Stone Setters   Bright Outlook Bright Outlook
47-2053.00 Terrazzo Workers and Finishers
47-2121.00 Glaziers
47-2141.00 Painters, Construction and Maintenance
47-2142.00 Paperhangers
47-2161.00 Plasterers and Stucco Masons
47-3012.00 Helpers–Carpenters
47-3014.00 Helpers–Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons
47-4031.00 Fence Erectors
51-4121.00 Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

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Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2020) $28.58 hourly, $59,450 annual
State wages
 
Local wages
  
Employment (2020) 19,800 employees
Projected growth (2020-2030) Little or no change Little or no change
Projected job openings (2020-2030) 1,600
State trends
 
Top industries (2020)
Construction

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020 wage data external site and 2020-2030 employment projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2020-2030). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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Sources of Additional Information

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Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.

  • Associated Builders and Contractors external site
  • Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry external site
  • Finishing Trades Institute International external site
  • International Union of Painters and Allied Trades external site
  • National Association of Home Builders external site
  • National Center for Construction Education and Research external site
  • National Federation of Independent Business external site
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook: Drywall installers, ceiling tile installers, and tapers external site
  • United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America external site

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