BTS Plasterer
Listed on 2026-10-14
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Building Maintenance, Construction Labor & Trades, General Labor
Hiring Department
Construction Services
Job DescriptionAt the University of Missouri, Campus Facilities Operations is dedicated to creating a safe, efficient, and inspiring environment that fosters education, research, and service excellence. Our team manages campus facilities and infrastructure through services including Engineering, Custodial Operations, Maintenance, Construction, Inventory Management, Sustainability, and Project Management, ensuring seamless daily operations. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the university community and helpshape the future of Mizzou with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Natureand Level of Work
Perform skilled work on a journey level in the application of plaster to wall and ceiling surfaces, lath and other framework installation and dry wall finishing. All work is subject to spot-checking and inspection for conformance to specifications and accepted standards of the trade. Functional contacts include co-workers, other service department employees and other University staff and students.
Key Responsibilities- Install lath and other framework; plaster wall and ceilingsurfaces. Apply coats of plaster or other material to lath or other framework, add additional coats and topping and finishes to desired thickness.
- Perform plastering patchwork by removing old plaster, applying new plaster in amounts sufficient to fill in cracks and holes and finishes to match existing surface.
- Finish dry wall by applying appropriate materials to seams, indent ions, corners and low areas. Tape seams, apply finishing coats and sand topping to desired finish.
- May occasionally perform general tasks such as the following: move and/or cover furniture and equipment for protection, carry supplies, set up scaffolding and ladders, tear out old walls, mix plaster (and other mixtures), and clean up job site on completion of work.
- May fabricate, repair and/or install decorative plaster pieces; may utilize spraying equipment in application of plastering materials.
- May perform or assist with preparation of cost estimates, material orders, reports and maintenance of records.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
7:30 am. – 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Minimum Qualifications- A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary; demonstrated skills may offset requirements.
- Experience sufficient to qualify as a journey level, with a minimum of four years of actual work in the trade, including apprenticeship or vocational training.
- Knowledge of and skill in the maintenance and use of tools, equipment and materials of the trade.
- Good physical health and coordination; sufficient strength to perform some heavy lifting and ability to work on ladders, scaffolding and staging.
- A valid driver’s license may be required for certain positions.
- Depending on the nature of work performed, the incumbent may be required to wear a respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) as outlined in the “Industrial Standard for Respirator Use”.
A valid State of Missouri Driver’s License must be held and maintained by incumbents in the position.
Anticipated Hiring RangeSalary Range: $23.00 - $25.50 per hour
Grade: GGS UE
University
Title:
BTS Plasterer
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Sponsorship InformationEmployment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Union Bid Period9/23/2026 - 9/29/2026
Benefit EligibilityThis position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.
For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-retirement
Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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