Drywall Taper​/Taper Trainee

AtWork is hiring Drywall Tapers and entry-level Taper Trainees to work on new construction homes throughout the Austin-area market. Previous drywall taping experience is welcome, but not required. We are also looking for dependable people who are interested in learning the trade and are willing to work hard, show up on time, and learn from experienced crews. This is a good opportunity for someone who wants to learn a skilled construction trade and grow into higher earning potential based on productivity and experience.

• Approximately 3 weeks of training at $15/hour
• $18/hour after the initial training period while employed through At Work
• After completing the required AtWork hours and converting to the client, workers transition to the client's production-based contractor pay structure. Once converted, pay is based on the value of each home and the size of the crew completing the work. For example, a typical job may result in approximately $150 per day, per person, but actual earnings will vary based on the home, material costs, crew size, productivity, and completion time.

• Tape drywall in new construction homes
• Learn the three phases of the taping process:
  • Installing tape
  • Mudding taped joints
  • Sanding and finishing lines for a smooth surface
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Work with the crew to complete homes according to schedule and quality expectations

• Crews typically begin between 7:30 and 8:00 AM and are generally finished by 5:00 PM. Start and end times may vary depending on the crew, job site, and workload.

• Reliable transportation is required, as job locations will change regularly
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and successfully complete AtWork's employment verification process, including E-Verify
• Must be punctual, dependable, and able to maintain consistent attendance
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to work in construction-site conditions
• Must follow all job-site safety rules and maintain a drug- and alcohol-free workplace
• Spanish-speaking is strongly preferred; bilingual English/Spanish is ideal

Work is performed inside new construction homes. Although the homes are dried in, they are not climate controlled and may be hot in the summer and cold in the winter.

AtWork is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.