05/25/2022
Hiring EXPERIENCED Carpenters/Drywall Installers ONLY
Miller Paneling Specialties, Inc., a wall paneling/finish carpentry contractor since 1984, are seeking individuals that are experienced Carpenters/Drywall Installers. This position will be held at our Sterling, Virginia location. You will be responsible for installing wallboards to ceilings or to interior walls of buildings and applying plaster. Smooths out imperfections with trowels and shackle. Applies coats of compound after panels are mounted to walls or ceiling. Your job will entail working in diverse settings to produce steady and functional infrastructure and products.
The goal is to contribute to the construction and maintenance of strong and long-lasting buildings and products.
Miller Paneling Specialties, Inc. is a firm believer in keeping our employees safe. All new hires must be COVID-19 vaccinated.
Roles and Responsibilities
· Must have experience as a Carpenter working with Fiberglass Reinforced Panels (FRP), Poly Vinyl Chloride Panels (PVC), Vinyl panels, Stainless Steel, Arcoplast, Altro Products, handrails, corner guards, crash rails.
• Apply drywall to walls or ceilings.
• Fasten drywall panels to the inside framework of building.
• Prepare panels for painting by taping or finishing joints.
• Smooth out imperfections.
• Work with ceiling tile installers to build walls.
• Read blueprints and designs.
• Measure, cut, fit, and fasten panels.
• Prepare panels by sawing, drilling, or cutting holes in panels for electrical outlets, air-conditioning units, and plumbing.
• Screw panels to wood or metal framework.
• Use a lift to place ceiling panels.
• Fill joints in-between panels with spackle.
• Use trowels to spread spackle.
• Press paper tape into compound.
• Smooth away excess material.
• Cover nail and screw depressions with spackle.
• Apply second and third coats of compound.
• Sand areas after each coast.
Required Skills/Qualifications
• Must have 5+ years’ experience
• Must be OSHA 10/30 certified.
• Must be willing to travel
• Proven experience as an installer/tile setter
• Hands-on experience in working with wall protection
• Excellent understanding of installation techniques and methods of installation and construction
• Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, hammers, rulers etc.)
• Ability to read technical documents and drawings
• Willingness to follow OSHA safety guidelines at all times
• Good knowledge of English
• Good understanding of basic math
• Good physical condition and endurance
• High School Diploma or higher education
Applicants *must* have a clean and valid driver’s license, and be willing to travel around the mid-Atlantic (you will be compensated for travel).
Travel will sometimes be out-of-state, overnight, and on weekends. Drywall and carpentry experience, and experience installing hardware and panels, is required. We are looking for career minded individuals with an ability and willingness to learn. Pay is negotiable based upon experience.
Miller Paneling Specialties is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, pregnancy, s*xual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
Vaccination Required
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
• Construction Experience: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
• OSHA 10 (Required)
• OSHA 30 (Required)
Shift availability:
• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
• 50% (Preferred)
Work Location: One location