Typical Tasks
Mix sealing compounds by hand or with portable electric mixers.
Press paper tape over joints to embed tape into sealing compound and to seal joints.
Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surfaces for painting or papering.
Spread sealing compound between boards or panels or over cracks, holes, nail heads, or screw heads, using trowels, broadknives, or spatulas.
Apply additional coats to fill in holes and make surfaces smooth.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Leadership
Independence
Integrity
Cooperation
What key skills are needed for this job?
Active Listening
Speaking
Monitoring
Time Management
Social Perceptiveness
Critical Thinking
Expected Knowledge
Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Common Activities
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
