Plasterer

Construction Services

Nature and Level of Work:
Perform skilled work on a journey level in the application of plaster to wall and ceiling surfaces, lath and other framework installation and dry wall finishing. All work is subject to spot-checking and inspection for conformance to specifications and accepted standards of the trade. Functional contacts include co-workers, other service department employees and other University staff and students.

Key Responsibilities:

Install lath and other framework; plaster wall and ceiling surfaces. Apply coats of plaster or other material to lath or other framework, add additional coats and topping and finishes to desired thickness.

Perform plastering patchwork by removing old plaster, applying new plaster in amounts sufficient to fill in cracks and holes and finishes to match existing surface.

Finish dry wall by applying appropriate materials to seams, indentions, corners and low areas. Tape seams, apply finishing coats and sand topping to desired finish.

May occasionally perform general tasks such as the following: move and/or cover furniture and equipment for protection, carry supplies, set up scaffolding and ladders, tear out old walls, mix plaster (and other mixtures), and clean up job site on completion of work.

May fabricate, repair and/or install decorative plaster pieces; may utilize spraying equipment in application of plastering materials.

Perform other duties as assigned.

A valid driver’s license which will allow the legal operation of a motor vehicle in the State of Missouri is required.

§ A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary; demonstrated skills may offset requirements.

§ Experience sufficient to qualify as a journey level, with a minimum of four years of actual work in the trade, including apprenticeship or vocational training.

§ Knowledge of and skill in the maintenance and use of tools, equipment and materials of the trade.

§ Good physical health and coordination; sufficient strength to perform some heavy lifting and ability to work on ladders, scaffolding and staging.

§ A valid driver’s license may be required for certain positions.

Depending on the nature of work performed, the incumbent may be required to wear a respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) as outlined in the “Industrial Standard for Respirator Use”.

7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Monday thru Friday

Salary Range: $17.18 - $25.50 per hour

Grade: GGS-E

University Title: BTS Plasterer

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.