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Plasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers (NOC 7284)DescriptionPlasterers apply, finish, and maintain and restore plaster or similar materials, on interior and exterior walls, ceilings and building partitions to produce plain or decorative surfaces. Drywall installers and finishers install and finish drywall sheets and various types of ceiling systems. Lathers install support framework for ceiling systems, interior and exterior walls and building partitions. Most people who perform all of these duties in Manitoba and are referred to as Interior Systems Mechanics. They are employed by construction companies and by plastering, drywalling and lathing contractors, or they may be self-employed. Example Titles
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DutiesPlasterers perform some or all of the following duties:
Drywall installers and finishers perform some or all of the following duties:
Lathers perform some or all of the following duties:
SkillsPlasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers need the following skills and abilities: Essential Skills:
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Terms & ConditionsPlasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers usually work indoors, unless applying stucco to building exteriors. Fine dust is a common hazard on job sites and the use of protective masks in strongly recommended. As well, the work can be physically demanding, as it involves heavy lifting, bending and working overhead. Manitoba's Drywall Mechanic regulations state that wages for apprentices, when not attending school, shall not be less than the provincial minimum wage plus: 50% during the first six months 65% during the second six months 75% during the third six months 80% during the fourth six months 85% during the fifth six months 90% during the last six months Apprentices who work for a unionized employer are entitled to the rate specified by the collective agreement, providing this is equal to or exceeds the regulated wage. Plasterers and lathers may experience seasonal layoffs during the winter months. Most (89%) work full time when work is available (i.e. a 40 hour week with occasional overtime). While the majority of people in this occupational group are employees, a high percentage (36%) are self employed as independent contractors. Although employment in this occupation is primarily seasonal, the annual earnings reported below represent the prevailing wages, salaries, and/or net income for full time employment for the full year. Earnings$30,300 per annum - starting $39,900 per annum - average $56,000 per annum - high Earnings are reviewed annually or more frequently if new information becomes available. Education / Training
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Career PathsPlasterers, Drywall Installers and Finishers and Lathers are typically employed on building construction sites or home repair and renovation sites as work becomes available. Some are self-employed and contract their services for smaller jobs. Workers may specialize in installation of drywall, taping, finishing, ceilings, metal wall systems, lathing, stucco, or plastering. Progression to supervisory positions or estimating is possible with experience. Some workers may move to other construction trades such as carpenter. Red Seal certification for lathers (interior systems mechanic) allows interprovincial mobility. OutlookEmployment prospects for plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers in the 2010 to 2014 period are expected to be good. Employment in Manitoba in 2010 is estimated at 1,310. The demand for plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers is influenced by trends in the construction industry. The mild housing cycle in Manitoba will ease market demands and level recruiting activity in the early part of the forecast period. However, low interest rates and government stimulus programs will continue to encourage new residential, commercial and institutional construction and renovations in the early part of the forecast period, providing on-going employment for many of these tradespeople. Employment prospects are expected to expand again when residential construction rebounds later in the forecast period. The younger than average age profile in this occupation limits retirements and corresponding opportunities. Recruitment activity is brisk in the spring as many firms operate on a seasonal basis or scale back for the winter and rehire in the spring. Plasterers, drywall installer and finishers and lathers work on both new construction projects and the repair of residential and commercial buildings. The developments of better tapes and faster drying plasters have increased efficiency, and it is important to keep up to date with the latest techniques and materials. Employment is fairly evenly distributed across the province. Most plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers work in the Construction sector (95%). Employment by Age Group
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Please Note - The source for above charts is the 2006 Census. Professional Associations, Unions, and Regulatory Bodies...
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