Drywall Installer Jobs in New York

A Drywall Installer, also known as a Drywall Finisher or Taper, is a crucial professional in the construction industry. Their primary responsibility is to install wallboards to ceilings or interior walls of buildings. This involves measuring, cutting, and fitting large panels of drywall, securing them in place, and smoothing out imperfections with tape and compound to create a seamless surface. They may also apply texturing and create decorative effects to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the walls.

Essential skills for a Drywall Installer include physical stamina, manual dexterity, ability to read and interpret blueprints, competence in using hand and power tools, and an understanding of construction methods and building codes. Certification may not be required; however, a high school diploma or equivalent is often necessary, and some installers may complete apprenticeships or vocational training. Prior to becoming a Drywall Installer, individuals may have roles such as a Construction Laborer, Carpenter's Helper, or Plasterer.

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Painter With Skills in Drywall Finishing and Trim Carpentry Repair

  • Buffalo, NY
  • moments ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • moments ago

45 Year old real estate development company is looking for someone with experience in finishing drywall, skim coating and prepping rough walls ready for finish and paint....

Painter - Drywall Finishing

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago

45 Year old real estate development company is looking for someone with experience in finishing drywall, skim coating and prepping rough walls ready for finish and paint....

Painters, Drywall & General Repairs

  • Rochester, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 4 days ago

Drywall, painting, flooring, remodeling, electrical. The more knowledge you have the better. Must have tools, vehicle/truck....

Drywall subcontractors wanted

  • Tonawanda, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Tonawanda, NY
  • 14 days ago

Drywall subcontractors wanted (Tonawanda) compensation: Quotes employment type: job title: Drywall subcontractor wanted Looking for a drywall subcontractor to do a whole house....

Carrying drywall. same day

  • Hamburg, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Hamburg, NY
  • 14 days ago

Carrying drywall. same day (Hamburg) 6550 East Eden rd compensation: Cash Need about 50 sheets of drywall carried upstairs. Should only take 2-3 hours. $100 for the job done....

Drywall Taper

  • Harrison, NY
  • 15 days ago
  • Harrison, NY
  • 15 days ago

Job Scope: Tape & finish drywall Measure, cut, and install drywall sheets Apply joint compound to create smooth finish Other tasks as assigned Requirements Basic hand tools, and drywall finish tools...

Need a sheetrock installer

  • Fleischmanns, NY
  • 18 days ago
  • Fleischmanns, NY
  • 18 days ago

Need a sheetrock installer (Fleischmanns ny) compensation: Cash will discuss when we talk employment type: job title: Sheetrock Need a sheetrock installer We can discuss pay when we speak Cash!!!...

Drywall Helper

  • Amherst, NY
  • 19 days ago
  • Amherst, NY
  • 19 days ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring skilled Drywall Helpers f or projects located in Amherst, NY....

Drywall,finisher and painter for a week

  • New York, NY
  • 19 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 19 days ago

Drywall,finisher and painter for a week (Brooklyn) compensation: $200/day Need someone that can help with drywall,finishing and painting for the entire week (M-F) Numerous jobs at different areas in...

Commercial Drywall Junior Estimator

  • West Haverstraw, NY
  • 23 days ago
  • West Haverstraw, NY
  • 23 days ago

COMMERCIAL DRYWALL JUNIOR ESTIMATOR IN GARNERVILLE Date Posted: Monday, July 21, 2025 ?...

Sheetrock/ Drywall repair

  • New York, NY
  • 24 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 24 days ago

un Sheetrock/ Drywall repair (Brooklyn) compensation: Pay per job Classified Ad: Sheetrock Repair & Replacement Needed - Brooklyn Apartment Looking for a contractor or handyman to repair and replace...

Commercial Drywall Junior Estimator

  • Garnerville, NY
  • 25 days ago
  • Garnerville, NY
  • 25 days ago

Commercial Drywall Junior Estimator **Job Description:** **Position Overview:** As a Commercial Drywall Junior Estimator with 1 year of experience, you will play a pivotal role in our construction projects...

Se Busca Taper de Drywall Trabajo Todo el Ano

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Se Busca Taper de Drywall - Trabajo Todo el Ano Ashford Gypsum Services compensation: $$$ employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Se Busca Taper de Drywall - Trabajo Todo el Ano Gane...

Looking for Drywall Repair tech

  • Elmhurst, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elmhurst, NY
  • 30+ days ago

un Looking for Drywall Repair tech image 1 of 1 compensation: $28/hour We are looking for an experienced drywaller and plasterer who can do skim coats....

Drywall Finisher

  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Job Scope: Commercial taping Mudding Finish work Cut and hang drywall boards Other tasks as assigned Requirements Experience in drywall finishing and hanging Company Details Tradesmen International...

Demographic Data for New York

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Salary for Drywall Installer Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Drywall Installers in New York offer the following education background
High School or GED
46.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.3%
Bachelor's Degree
13.1%
Associate's Degree
10.8%
Some College
3.8%
Master's Degree
3.1%
Some High School
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Drywall Installers in New York
1-2 years
42.1%
4-6 years
15.9%
None
12.5%
2-4 years
11.5%
Less than 1 year
7.2%
8-10 years
5.7%
6-8 years
5.1%


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