Drywall Installer
Job in
Albany, Albany County, New York, 12110, USA
Listed on 2026-10-23
Listing for:
FORGE AND APEX CONSTRUCTION LLC
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-23
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Labor & Trades, Building & Residential Construction
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities
- Site Management: Oversee daily operations for drywall hanging, taping, bed and coat mudding, sanding, and priming on job sites.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct rigorous checks for proper hanging alignment, joint tape application, mud feathering, level finishes (Level 1–5), sanding smoothness, and uniform primer coverage before sign-off.
- Material & Equipment Logistics: Track usage of drywall sheets, compound/mud, tape, corner beads, and primer; coordinate equipment maintenance (drywall lifts, automatic tapers, texture machines, sprayers).
- Safety & Compliance: Enforce job site safety standards, including proper dust containment, ventilation, eye protection, and respirator use during sanding and spray operations.
- Client & PM Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for Site Supervisors and General Contractors on-site to address punch-list items, schedule shifts, and manage change orders.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in drywall hanging, finishing/mudding, and priming, with at least 2+ years in a lead or supervisor role.
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of board placement, joint compound applications, automatic taping tools (Bazooka/boxes), dust control methods, airless spray primers, and drywall finishes (specifically Level 4 and Level
5). - Problem-Solving: Ability to detect framing inconsistencies, moisture issues, or surface defects prior to finishing and resolve them efficiently.
- Valid Driver's License: Must have a clean driving record and reliable transportation
- Physical Requirements: Ability to walk sites, climb scaffolding/ladders, stand for extended periods, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary / Hourly Rate
- Company Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Performance Bonuses
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