Drywall and ceiling tile installer, Kaiwhakamau papa ukutea me ngā tāpa tuanui
Also known as
- Plasterboard fixer and stopper, interior fixer and finisher, interior linings installer, fibrous plasterer, drywall lasterer
Drywall and ceiling tile installers secure plasterboard and ceiling panels to walls and ceilings in building interiors.
Your pay could be
$48K
Lower
$56K to $77K
Most common
$99K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Drywall and ceiling tile installers
- usually work regular business hours but may work evenings and weekends
- usually work in buildings and houses, and may travel locally
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be methodical, accurate and safety conscious
Tasks
- Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements.
- Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly.
- Mark reference points on construction materials.
- Install building fixtures.
- Cut openings in existing structures.
- Install trim or panelling.
- Cut metal components for installation.
- Cut wood components for installation.
- Verify alignment of structures or equipment.
- Install masonry materials.
You need to do an apprenticeship to become a drywall and ceiling tile installer.
You need
- to do an apprenticeship and get a New Zealand Certificate in Interior Linings Installation (Level 4) OR Fibrous Plaster Manafacture (Level 4) OR Proprietary Systems Installation (Level 4)
You may need
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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