Tapers

47-2082

10
$73,070
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DescriptionAbout this Occupation

Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surface for painting or papering.

A Day in the LifeDetails about this occupation

  • Spread sealing compound between boards or panels or over cracks, holes, nail heads, or screw heads, using trowels, broadknives, or spatulas.
  • Press paper tape over joints to embed tape into sealing compound and to seal joints.
  • Apply additional coats to fill in holes and make surfaces smooth.
  • Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surfaces for painting or papering.
  • Spread and smooth cementing material over tape, using trowels or floating machines to blend joints with wall surfaces.

EducationTypes of education and training needed for this occupation

Most drywall installers, ceiling tile installers, and tapers learn their trade on the job. A formal educational credential is typically not required to enter the occupation.

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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook

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