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Construction and Finishing Tradesperson
Role & responsibilities
Performs drywall, painting, flooring, and tiling, follows plans and measurements, resolves on-site issues, and ensures quality and safety standards.
Key strengths
- Technical skills28% (Job)
- Attention to detail20% (Job)
- Physical stamina16% (Job)
- Problem solving14% (Job)
- Discipline12% (Job)
- Teamwork10% (Job)
What this means for you
- Teamwork – Works with other trades to avoid conflicts and rework.
- Technical skills – Executes finishing work that meets aesthetic and safety standards.
- Discipline – Keeps workspace tidy and adheres to site rules.
Typical tasks
- Perform finishing trades such as drywall, painting, tiling, or flooring
- Read plans, measure materials, and ensure quality workmanship
- Coordinate with other trades and maintain a clean, safe site
Daily work
- Plans sequence of trades for finishing tasks
- Checks quality against plans and coordinates with site leads
- Installs flooring, drywall, fixtures, or trim as scheduled
Education & entry routes
Helpful but not mandatory
- Manufacturer-specific installation training
- Safety certifications
Alternative pathways
- Flooring Installer
- Drywall Specialist
- Punch List Technician
Work environment
- Team size
- Works with small trade crews on site
- Typical employers
- Construction contractors, renovation firms, specialty trades
- People contact
- Daily coordination with site supervisors and other trades
- Stress level
- Moderate with deadlines and physical demands
- Working hours
- Onsite daytime hours with overtime near handover dates
Entry & progression
Common entry roles
- Finishing Apprentice
- Construction Laborer
Next career steps
- Finishing Foreman
- Site Supervisor