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Drywall Mechanic - Atlanta

Job in Marietta, Cobb County, Georgia, 30060, USA
Listing for: Rock Spring Contracting
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-01
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Construction Labor & Trades, Installation Technician, General Labor, Building Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Drywall Mechanic

Job Duties and Tasks for Drywall Mechanic

  • Trims rough edges from wallboard to maintain even joints, using knife.
  • Fits and fastens wallboard or sheetrock into specified position, using hand tools, portable power tools, or adhesive.
  • Measures and marks cutting lines on framing, drywall, and trim, using tape measure, straightedge or square, and marking devices.
  • Installs blanket insulation between studs and tacks plastic moisture barrier over insulation.
  • Removes plaster, drywall, or paneling, using crowbar and hammer.
  • Assembles and installs metal framing and decorative trim for windows, doorways, and vents.
  • Reads blueprints and other specifications to determine method of installation, work procedures, and material and tool requirements.
  • Lays out reference lines and points, computes position of framing and furring channels, and marks position, using chalk line.
  • Suspends angle iron grid and channel iron from ceiling, using wire.
  • Installs horizontal and vertical metal or wooden studs for attachment of wallboard on interior walls, using hand tools.
  • Cuts metal or wood framing, angle and channel iron, and trim to size, using cutting tools.
  • Required Skills/Abilities:

    • Ability to read simple building plans.
    • Ability to estimate quantity of materials required for a project.
    • Ability to measure and cut drywall to fit in specific spaces.
    • Excellent hand-eye coordination.
    • Ability to work independently and with a work crew.
    • Ability to use hand tools and power tools required for installing drywall.

    Physical Requirements:

    • Prolonged periods standing, climbing ladders, bending, and kneeling.
    • Physically able to install drywall and secure in place.
    • Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time to lift and move drywall panels.
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