DRYWALL FINISHER

Gauge structures and furniture to decide what tasks need to be carried out for alteration or building work

• Study drawings, blueprints, and rough instructions to determine what kind of finishing work the project needs
• Prepare layouts by using rule framing squares
• Mark guidelines on materials
• Shape materials according to prescribed measurements using saws and planes
• Assemble materials and ensure that they are properly fastened together
• Assist in erecting framework for structures
• Cut openings for doors and windows
• Provide support for fitting and installing fabricated window frames, doors and weather stripping
• Build, repair and remove counters and cabinets
• Perform polishing work on wooden frames and surfaces
• Assist in building a variety of wood constructed items and modify and adapt to specific needs
• Design items on special requests such as bookcases, cabinets and work counters to meet a variety of maintenance and facility needs
• Assist in installing wood built items such as partitions, tables, sewing cabinets and counters
• Shape materials to prescribed measurements and ensure that casework hardware is properly installed
• Install and repair trim on windows and baseboards
• Repair and improve the appearance of weathered wooden items and frames