Tapers
Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surface for painting or papering.
8 alternate job titles:
Drywall Finisher
Drywall Mechanic
Drywall Taper
Finisher
Sheet Rock Taper
Spackler
Taper
Wall Taper
Salary Information
Tapers: $64,700 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Remove excess materials from finished construction projects. | General |
| Apply sealants or other protective coatings. | General |
| Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities. | General |
| Apply adhesives to construction materials. | General |
| Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces. | General |
| Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools. | General |
| Install metal structural components. | General |
| Drill holes in construction materials. | General |
| Select construction materials. | General |
| Prepare surfaces for finishing. | General |
| Climb equipment or structures to access work areas. | General |
| Evaluate quality of materials or products. | Analysis |
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Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Intuit QuickBooks | Accounting software |
| Microsoft Dynamics | Enterprise resource planning ERP software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Applied Computer Systems JOBPOWER | Accounting software |
| Construction Software Center EasyEst | Project management software |
| DevWave Estimate Works | Project management software |
| On Center Quick Bid | Project management software |
| Turtle Creek Software Goldenseal | Accounting software |
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