Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work site environment: Dusty. Noisy. Work setting: Commercial. Residential. Various locations. Tasks: Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster. Clean and prepare surfaces. Cure freshly plastered surfaces. Cut and install metal corner beads to protect exterior corners. Measure, cut, fit and install drywall sheets. Mix plaster ingredients to desired consistency. Mould and install ornamental plaster panels, cornices and trim. Position and secure sheets to metal or wooden studs or joists. Smooth out excess compound and allow coat to dry. Tape over joints using taping machine and embed tape in compound. Estimate costs and materials. Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Bending, crouching, kneeling. Hand-eye co-ordination. Handling heavy loads. Physically demanding. Repetitive tasks. Sound discrimination. Standing for extended periods. Tight deadlines. Own tools/equipment: Hard hat. Mask. Safety glasses/goggles. Steel-toed safety boots. Personal suitability: Dependability. Flexibility. Judgement. Reliability. Team player. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years.