Drywall Installer

Drywall installers are responsible for installing drywall, sheathing and other materials that cover walls, ceilings and floors.

Interests & Skills

Being Active

Detail-Oriented

Math & Numbers

Teamwork

What You'll Need

Technical School, Community College, Registered Apprenticeship Program or Industry Training Program

More About This Career

Installing drywall includes fitting panels to the building frame, shaping and cutting to make room for fixtures such as windows, outlets and ceiling fans, and concealing seams and screws to prepare a smooth surface for painting.

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*Wage information from 2022 NCCER Construction Craft Salary Survey.

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