Plasterer

City of New YorkNew York, NY
Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, prepare and apply plastering materials to interior and exterior surfaces; perform related work. The duration for this position is 18 months with a possibility of an extension.

Requirements

  • Three years of full-time satisfactory experience performing plastering work; or At least one and half years of full-time satisfactory experience performing plastering work, plus sufficient full-time experience as a plasterer's apprentice, or training of a relevant nature acquired in an approved trade or vocational school, to make up the equivalent of three years of acceptable experience.
  • Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of apprentice experience or approved trade or vocational high school training.
  • Candidates will be required to take and pass a practical exam.
  • Candidates will be required to apply a hard troweled plaster finish on two walls and ceiling of a plastering booth.
  • Booth must be finished to the designated size void of any imperfections.
  • Candidates will also be required to make the walls and ceiling straight and true with three finished corners.
  • Candidates are to wear a full Plasterer's uniform; and have a full set of plaster tools.

Nice To Haves

  • NYCHA employees applying for transfer, promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).
  • NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.
  • Candidates who are qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program should indicate in their cover letter that they would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and apply all plastering materials which include Fireproofing, Soundproofing, and all types of Cement Stucco, E.I.F.S. Stucco, etc.
  • Using a hawk and trowel, apply plastering materials to walls, ceilings, piers and columns.
  • Plaster partition walls and patch plaster walls with limited areas of damage.
  • Tape sheet rock and repair damaged sheet rock walls.
  • Set up and work on scaffolds.
  • Perform work in accordance with plans and specifications.
  • Maintain records.
  • Supervise assigned personnel.

Benefits

  • A choice of medical coverage plans
  • Deferred compensation plans
  • A defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS)

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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