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Plasterer

Job in Reading, Berks County, Pennsylvania, 19610, USA
Listing for: Penn State University
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-07
Job specializations:
  • Maintenance/Cleaning
    General Labor
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
## Plasterer Apply locations:
Penn State University Parktime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
REQ_#
** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.
** JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
** Penn State is searching for a full time Plasterer - Grade 5 to join the team.

Duties include:

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* Perform patching jobs, such as filling cracks, chipped surfaces, holes, etc.; match texture of finish and molding
* Fill cracks; apply tape to plasterboard; smooth surface
* Check area to be plastered, such as whether pipes must be moved, or whether larger area than specified should be plastered, refer to supervisor; determine square footage and amount of materials needed to complete job
* Order necessary materials, such as lime, plaster, retarding agent, zonolite, wire mesh, etc.
* Erect scaffold and staging; cover adjoining surfaces, furniture, etc.
* Remove old plaster, wall materials; prepare surfaces for stucco, as required
* As required, set in metal strips to support areas where plaster does not readily adhere to wall or ceiling; apply wire mesh; when needed, set steel corners
* Prepare, mix and apply ground and finish plaster and stucco, as specified
* Use hand tools and apply plaster to provide a finished surface, such as smooth, sand, and acoustical
* Occasionally direct the work of a helper
* Drive University vehicle, as required
* Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly condition
* Perform other duties related or similar to the type described above

Job Requirements:

Requires the use of shop mathematics together with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, various types of adjustable measuring instruments and the training generally applicable in a particular or specialized occupation. Equivalent to 1 to 3 years applied trades training. Over 1 year up to and including 3 years of effective experience.

Work Schedule:

6:00 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m.Days Off:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday #
** QUALIFICATIONS
* *** MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE**## 1 to 3 years of effective experience
** REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
** None
** BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
** Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.###  Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.###   
** COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT
** This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here:
Collective Bargaining Agreement.
** SALARY AND BENEFITS
** For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
** CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
** Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of…
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