Drywall Mechanic/Hanger

F. L. Crane & Sons, Inc. an employee-owned specialty contractor with over 75 years of experience covering a wide range of finishing, metal panel systems and custom crating. We are based out of Fulton MS and operate 14 divisions throughout the southeastern part of the US. We pride ourselves on our family culture, dedication to innovation, and maintaining the highest standards in the industry.

Assembles and installs metal framing and decorative trim for windows, doorways, and vents

Lays out reference lines and points, computes position of framing and furring channels, and marks position, using chalk line.

Installs horizontal and vertical metal or studs for attachment of wallboard on interior walls, using hand tools.

Maintains a clean work area and protects structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage.

Reading design plans and/or Blueprints in order to provide minimal wallboard to avoid unnecessary waste of materials

Measuring and marking cutting lines on framing, drywall, and trim using tape measure, straightedge, or square, and marking devices

Identifying the exact locations of windows, electrical outlets, and plumbing, and then cutting the drywall or ceiling tile to fit the precise size needed

Cutting drywall to the right size, using utility knives and power saws

Fastening drywall panels to interior wall studs, using nails or screws

Filling joints, holes, and cracks with compound, using a trowel and broad knife

Trimming and smoothing rough edges so boards join evenly without visual defect

Mixing compound to desired consistency

Cleaning and preparing surfaces for applications of materials, such as by drywall taping.

Requirements

Education and/or Work Experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent (preferred)

Drywall Experience (required)

Preferred Skills and Abilities

Basic hand and power tool skills

Ability to read and use measuring tools such as tape measure

Ability to work and communicate with others

Analyze information and evaluate problems

Ability to safely work at heights

Ability to learn and follow our extensive company safety policy

Work safely with all members of the crew 

Willingness to travel, with frequent overnight stays. Hotel and per-diem provided

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental)

Retirement Plan (401k) matching

Voluntary Insurance (Vision, Basic Life Insurance & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)

Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

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