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Drywall Taper/Finisher

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PeopleReady

Santa Monica, CA (In Person)

$70,720 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/20/2026

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Job Description

Job Overview PRST is looking for Journey Level Drywall Finishers with Level 5 Skim Coat finish experience to assist with projects in Culver City, Santa Monica, and surrounding Los Angeles County cities. In this temporary role, you will earn between $32
  • $36 per hour DOE.
Job Duties Include But Not Limited To:
Apply paper or fiberglass mesh tape over drywall seams to secure and conceal joints. Execute standard Level 4 finishing duties, including taping and mudding joints, corners, and fastener heads, preparing the surface for the final skim . Install metal or plastic corner beads to protect exterior corners. Sand dried joint compound between coats and before final painting to achieve an even, smooth surface. Apply textures or primer coats to surfaces if required by the project specifications. Ability to use hand tools (taping knives, broad knives, trowels, etc.) as well as mechanical applicators (bazooka, banjo, or pump systems). Apply a final Level 5 finish skim coat over the entire wall or ceiling surface to hide any imperfections and create a perfectly smooth glass-like finish. Must be eligible to work in the United States. E-Verify Minimum 5 years of experience with Level 5 skim coat finish in commercial construction job sites.
Have your own tools:
Mud pan, mixing drill, taping knife, joint knife, utility knives, corner trowel, corner sander, skimming blades, roller, taper, angle head, etc.
  • Have your
PPE:
Dust mask, steel toe work boots, gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, etc. Come take charge of your career with PeopleReady Skilled Trades. Interested? Apply today!
Benefits:
Medical, Vision, Dental Flexible work schedule Referral Bonus Programs OSHA 10 Training
  • (Available if interested) Referral Bonuses
  • Ask for details (Subject to change) $100 for a Helper $250 for an Apprentice
  • All Trades $500 for a Journey Level
  • All Trades The hourly rate for this position is $32
  • $36/hour.
This range is a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated. In addition to monetary compensation, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D, short-term disability, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity. More information can be found by visiting flimp.live/TrueBlueAssociates. Other compensations include referral bonuses opportunities.
Learn more at https:
//skilled.peopleready.com/referral/. PeopleReady Skilled Trades is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.
Pay:
$32.00
  • $36.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Referral program Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person