Plasterer

1w1 week ago

City of New York

New York City, US · Full-time · $70,000 – $95,000

About this role

Under supervision, Plasterers prepare and apply plastering materials to interior and exterior surfaces and perform related work. This includes fireproofing, soundproofing, all types of cement stucco, and E.I.F.S. stucco. They ensure all work aligns with plans and specifications.

Using a hawk and trowel, apply plastering materials to walls, ceilings, piers, and columns. Plaster partition walls and patch areas with limited damage. Tape sheetrock and repair damaged sheetrock walls while setting up and working on scaffolds.

Supervise assigned personnel and maintain records of work performed. Travel to developments within Manhattan Neighborhood 04, including Amsterdam, Douglass, Dehostos, and Straus, as required by the Neighborhood Administrator. Perform duties in assigned neighborhoods efficiently.

For NYCHA employees, this promotional opportunity requires one year in current title, level, and location. Candidates must pass a practical exam applying hard trowelled plaster finish to a booth's walls and ceiling. NYCHA offers medical coverage choices, deferred compensation, and a defined pension plan.

Requirements

Three years of full-time satisfactory experience performing plastering work
Or at least one and a half years of full-time satisfactory plastering experience plus sufficient apprentice experience or approved trade/vocational school training equivalent to three years total
Six months of acceptable experience credited for each year of apprentice or approved trade/vocational high school training
Pass a practical exam applying hard trowelled plaster finish on two walls and ceiling of a plastering booth
Complete practical exam booth to designated size, void of imperfections, straight and true with three finished corners in 2 hours 30 minutes
Wear full Plasterers uniform and bring full set of plaster tools for practical exam

Responsibilities

Prepare and apply plastering materials including fireproofing, soundproofing, cement stucco, and E.I.F.S. stucco
Apply plastering materials to walls, ceilings, piers, and columns using a hawk and trowel
Plaster partition walls and patch plaster walls with limited areas of damage
Tape sheetrock and repair damaged sheetrock walls
Set up and work on scaffolds
Perform work in accordance with plans and specifications
Maintain records
Supervise assigned personnel

Benefits

Choice of medical coverage plans
Deferred compensation plans
Defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees Retirement System
NYCHA residents encouraged to apply
Open to qualified persons with a disability eligible for the 55-a Program