Drywall Installer​/Laborer

Position: Drywall Installer / Laborer
Drywall Installer / Drywall Laborer ️Build Quality Spaces. Support Skilled Trades. Grow Your Construction Career.

Pay: $20.00 – $30.00 per hour Position Type:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Location:

Jacksonville, Florida Travel:
Up to 75% travel required throughout the Southeast and other project locations as assigned

Reports To:

Project Manager

The Role The Drywall Installer / Drywall Laborer supports drywall installation, finishing, and general construction activities under the direction of a Foreman, Lead Installer, or Project Leadership. This role assists with project setup, material handling, drywall installation, finishing preparation, and maintaining safe, organized job sites.

This position serves as an excellent entry point into the construction trades and provides opportunities to develop skills in drywall installation, finishing, and other specialty contracting disciplines.

Candidates should be comfortable with extensive travel, as project assignments may require travel up to 75% of the time, including overnight stays and extended periods working away from home.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, eager to learn, and committed to delivering quality work.

What You’ll Be Doing Drywall Installation & Finishing Support Assist with drywall installation by measuring, cutting, and positioning drywall panels

Support attaching drywall to walls and ceilings using screws, nails, and adhesives

Assist with taping, mudding, sanding, and light texturing of drywall surfaces

Mix drywall compounds and prepare materials for finishing activities

Follow project plans, layouts, and instructions to ensure accurate installation

Job Site Preparation & General Labor Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment

Organize materials and maintain clean work areas

Perform masking and dust control activities using plastic sheeting, tape, and protective barriers

Assist with equipment setup and job site preparation

Support other trades and construction activities as needed

Equipment & Safety Clean, maintain, and organize tools and equipment

Follow all company safety policies and site-specific requirements

Wear required PPE and maintain a strong safety mindset

Help maintain safe, orderly, and professional job sites

Team Collaboration Work effectively with supervisors, crew members, subcontractors, and clients

Maintain a professional and respectful attitude on all projects

Assist with other duties as assigned to support project success

What You Bring Required Ability  to perform physically demanding construction labor

Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy materials

Basic knowledge of hand tools and power tools

Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow instructions

Good communication and teamwork skills

Ability to maintain organization and cleanliness on job sites

Basic understanding of English for safety communications and job instructions

Strong work ethic and desire to learn construction trades

Ability and willingness to travel extensively for project assignments (up to 75%)Valid driver's license

Authorization to work in the United States Preferred High  school diploma or equivalent

Previous construction or labor experience

Experience with drywall installation, taping, mudding, or finishingOSHA safety training or certifications

General construction experience

Work Environment This role operates primarily on active residential and commercial construction sites.

Field Conditions Indoor and outdoor work environments

Exposure to dust, debris, noise, and changing weather conditions

Work in active construction settings

May require working in confined spaces and at heights

Frequent travel between project locations

Regular overnight travel and temporary assignments away from home may be required

Physical Requirements Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and repetitive motion

Regular use of hands and arms to handle materials and tools

Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds

Ability to work overhead for extended periods

Heavy physical effort required (50+ pounds)
Schedule Full-time Hours vary based on project schedules and business needs

May include early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends

Travel assignments may require extended…