Acoustical Ceiling Mechanic

Acoustical Ceiling Mechanic As one of the nation's premier wall and ceiling specialty contractors, Precision Walls, Inc. (PWI) offers you an opportunity to join our team. Make a difference and promote the progress of construction! We are seeking experienced Acoustical Ceiling Mechanics. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Applies acoustical tiles or shock-absorbing materials to ceilings and walls of buildings to reduce or reflect sound and to decorate rooms. Washes concrete surfaces with washing soda and zinc sulfate solution before mounting tile to increase adhesive qualities of surfaces. Inspects furring, mechanical mountings, and masonry surface for plumbness and level, using laser or water level. Hangs dry lines (stretched string) to wall molding to guide positioning of main runners. Nails or screws molding to wall to support and seal joint between ceiling tile and wall. Scribes and cuts edges of tile to fit wall where wall molding is not specified. Nails channels or wood furring strips to surfaces to provide mounting for tile. Measures and marks surface to lay out work according to blueprints and drawings. Cuts tiles for fixture and borders, using keyhole saw, and inserts tiles into supporting framework. Applies cement to back of tile and presses tile into place, aligning with layout marks and joints of previously laid tile. Requirements / Experience Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction of buildings or other structures. Positive attitude and commitment to acquire trade knowledge and quality excellence. Compliance with safety procedures. Ability to work in a team environment. Demonstrates solid verbal and written communication skills; listens to instruction. Dependable transportation. Bilingual is a plus (English/Spanish). Mandatory Tools Snip Kleins Punch Rivot Gun Impact Drill Pouch Knife Tape Measure Benefits Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) Retirement Plans 401K Savings Plan Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Health Plan Dental Plan Vision Plan Flexible Expending Account for healthcare Short Term Disability Voluntary Life Insurance Employment with Precision Walls is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening. Each situation is reviewed individually in accordance with company policy. Precision Walls is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply - regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Precision Walls, Inc.