DESIGNATED TRADES

Drywall and acoustical mechanics measure cut and install drywall sheets. They also install specialized ceilings.

What do Drywall and Acoustical Mechanics do on the job?

  • Measure, cut and fit drywall sheets for installation on wooden walls and ceilings.
  • Position and secure sheets to metal or wooden studs or joists.
  • Fabricate and install suspended metal ceiling grids and place in panels to form acoustical and coffered ceilings.
  • Fill joints using taping machine and embed tape in compound.
  • Smooth out excess compound and sand seams and joints.
  • Installs steel stud framework.

For further details about this occupation, please see the High School to Apprenticeship - A Link to the Future handbook. It can be found on this website under “Publications” or by clicking on http://www.saskapprenticeship.ca/PUBLICATION/High_School_Handbook/

Drywall and Acoustical Mechanic

Trade Information.pdf
A Guide to Course Content.pdf
Interprovincial Journeyperson Examination Information.pdf
Cluster 5 Entrance Assessment.pdf
Form 6A Verification of Trade Experience.pdf