Company Overview

Operating since 1978, Lydale is one of western Canada's most trusted full-service property restoration contractors, specializing in complete clean-up and reconstruction (both commercial and residential) of property damaged from wind, water, and/or fire. In spring of 2024 Lydale joined forces with Canstar Restorations. Canstar, founded in 1985, has grown to include 18 offices servicing British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.

We love taking part in community events and are pleased to help our furry friends by sponsoring the BCSPCA. We pride ourselves as being the best in the restoration industry by providing excellent service, prioritizing safety, and delivering a very high level of quality work to our customers.

We take good care of our team too! We like to have fun and celebrate our success.

Position Overview

A Drywall/Taper is responsible for helping those who have been affected by fire or flood damage either in residential or commercial environments.

Duties and Responsibilities…

Drywall

• Assist with hanging, taping and sanding drywall
• Minor repairs (patch, ready to paint, texture)
• Cut and install drywall
• Install corner bead
• Deshield drywall application
• Perform major repairs using fast set to prepare paint/texture
• Texture blend
• Tape, coat, skim, sand to prepare for paint
• Install T-bar grid/ ceiling tile
• Finishing arches

Taper

• Tape, coat, and skim drywall joints to a smooth finish
• Sand joints and surfaces in preparation for paint
• Apply multiple coats of compound as required
• Ensure joints are flush, smooth, and free of defects
• Perform texture blending to match existing finishes
• Prepare drywall for final paint or texture application

Documentation

• Consistently submit accurate documentation
• Ensure timely updated pictures are submitted
• Able to complete SSA
• Able to read and interpret HMI Reports

Communication

• Communicate with client and Project Management teams

Health and Safety

• Ensure that self and others adhere to Lydale’s health and safety practices and procedures
• Ensure good housekeeping is kept to perform work safely and efficiently
• Understand safety policies and protocols
• Ensure that self and others on site are wearing all required PPE, when required

Who we are looking for:

A personable and well-organized individual who pays attention to detail and has excellent data entry skills. Someone who has a professional manner and is able to interact with employers and vendors daily. Experienced in working in a fast- paced environment. Other important attributes of a future Canstar Reconstruction Technician are:

• 5 – 10 years of experience preferred
• The physical ability to bend, reach, lift 50 pounds safely and repeatedly and stand throughout your shift
• A driver’s license and personal truck/cargo van/minivan or vehicle large enough to transport 4x8 sheets of drywall and to attend jobsites is a must (generous monthly vehicle allowance is provided)
• An eagerness to bulk your paycheck with overtime hours as we are a 24/7 emergency services company, and all positions will have a component of on-call work on a rotational basis
• A great attitude and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done and serve our customers
• The ability to wear personal protective equipment to keep you safe on site, including a respirator.
• We enter people’s homes, so a clean criminal record as it relates to work and a driver’s abstract with only minor infractions is required

Working Conditions:

• Travel within the metropolitan area and client offices is required
• Must be flexible to work overtime, evenings, and weekends on occasion

Perks of working for Lydale…

• Competitive compensation
• Extended health and dental benefits for you and your family
• RRSP
• Great company culture and career advancement opportunities