Drywall Installer / Finisher
Apply plasterboard or other wallboard to ceilings or interior walls of buildings. Apply or mount acoustical tiles or blocks, strips, or sheets of shock-absorbing materials to ceilings and walls of buildings to reduce or reflect sound. Materials may be of decorative quality. Includes lathers who fasten wooden, metal, or rockboard lath to walls, ceilings, or partitions of buildings to provide support base for plaster, fireproofing, or acoustical material.
At a Glance
Drywall Installer / Finisher earns an average of $40,000/yr. Experience: 1–2 years. Top skills: Drywall (Installation And Repair), Strong Work Ethic, Scheduling.
$40,000/yr
Varies
1–2 years
N/A
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers
Median Wage
$58,140/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.2%
Education
No formal educational credential
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (5)
Drywall (Installation And Repair)
Renovation
Carpentry
Plumbing
Valves (Piping)
Common Skills (2)
Strong Work Ethic
Scheduling
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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