Tapers
Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surface for painting or papering.
$58,800
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
+4% projected 2024–2034
No formal educational credential
Typical Entry-Level Education
What They Do
Drywall and ceiling tile installers hang wallboard and install ceiling tile inside buildings. Tapers prepare the wallboard for painting, using tape and other materials.
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