Drywall Installer Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Drywall finisher

  • Gibsonia, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Gibsonia, PA
  • 11 hours ago

Drywall finisher (North and south hills) Jc contracting compensation: 15-30 per hour employment type: job title: Drywall Looking for a drywall finisher, we work in occupied 500- million dollar homes...

Drywall finisher

  • Gibsonia, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Gibsonia, PA
  • 19 hours ago

Looking for a drywall finisher, we work in occupied 500- million dollar homes. Please reply with your ability to fix patches etc....

Professional Sheetrock-Finisher / Painter

  • Glenside, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Glenside, PA
  • 5 days ago

un professional sheetrock-finisher / painter (montco) compensation: cash if you're a professional, full-time sheetrock-finisher and painter, and want to touch-up a few spots send contact info. NOT...

Laborer Needed for Painting & Hanging Drywall (North Hills) compensation: $15/hour CASH to start, more depending on experience Looking for a general laborer who can hang drywall and paint....

Need drywall / painter.

  • PA
  • 9 days ago
  • PA
  • 9 days ago

(Bensalem) compensation: $150 -$200 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Remodeler Looking for an experienced drywall installer, spackler, and painter for a full-time position....

Drywall finishing

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 15 days ago

un Drywall finishing (Crafton) image 1 of 6 compensation: Looking for bids I have five ceiling areas I need finished....

Drywall and Finishing

  • Indiana, PA
  • 17 days ago
  • Indiana, PA
  • 17 days ago

un Drywall and Finishing (Indiana) compensation: Reasonable Seeking a skilled drywall hangar and finisher for a project in Indiana. Other projects are also available....

Drywall finisher / plaster repair

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 20 days ago

Drywall finisher / plaster repair compensation: by the job or hourly. whatever works for you Looking for a drywall finisher/ plaster repair person. I lost my last guy after 20 yrs. to a stroke....

Production Worker - Drywall Finisher

  • Claysburg, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Claysburg, PA
  • 20 days ago

We are seeking to hire a Drywall Finisher to join our team in the Claysburg, PA. WHAT DO WE OFFER?...

Insulated Exterior Panel Installer

  • Easton, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Easton, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Insulated Exterior Panel Installer Aluminum Composite Materials (ACMs) / Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) Jobsite locations are within a 70-mile radius of Quakertown, PA (Tri-State Area PA) The...

Exterior (ACM/IMP) Panel Installer

  • Kennett Square, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kennett Square, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Exterior (ACM/IMP) Panel Installer Jobsite locations are within a 70-mile radius of Quakertown, PA (Tri-State Area PA) The Exterior ACM Panel Installer exists to safely install aluminum composite...

Carpenter Wall Panel Installer Tri-State Area,PA

  • Swarthmore, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Swarthmore, PA
  • 90+ days ago

tobe put in place Fabricate or alter parts using grinders,sawzalls, shears, hammers, punches, or drills Join materials with PAFs, nails, screws,staples, or adhesives Use levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing...

Commercial Drywall Finisher Tri-State Area, PA

  • Lansdale, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lansdale, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Commercial Drywall Finisher WORKSITES: 60-MILE RADIUS OF QUAKERTOWN (Tri-State Area, PA) The Commercial Drywall Finisher is expected to apply finish, maintain, and restore plaster or similar materials...

Commercial Sheetrock Finisher Tri-State Area, PA

  • Bryn Athyn, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bryn Athyn, PA
  • 90+ days ago

industry 1+ years experience utilizing commercial drywall taping and finishing tools....

Now Hiring Experienced Drywall Finishers

  • Strattanville, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Strattanville, PA
  • 90+ days ago

If you have past drywall experience and are a dedicated worker with a great work ethic, SMI would like you to join their team!...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

Moving to Pennsylvania? Find some basic demographic data about Pennsylvania below.


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Salary for Drywall Installer Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Drywall Installer positions.



Highest Education Level

Drywall Installers in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
High School or GED
46.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
Bachelor's Degree
13.0%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
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 Pennsylvania
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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