Experienced Journeyman Plasterer

Job Description

Job Description

Journeyman Plasterer – Deliver Luxury Stucco and Architectural Finishes for PV Plastering

Job Overview

• Company: PV Plastering.
• Salary/Pay Rate: $33.00 to $38.00 per hour.
• Location: Ventura County, CA.
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.
• Project Scope: High-End Residential and Commercial C-35 Lath and Plaster.
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Valid Drivers License.

The Opportunity

You will deliver high-end plastering and specialty stucco craftsmanship across premier custom residential builds and commercial projects throughout Ventura County. Working with a company that prioritizes craft and mutual respect, you will take true ownership of visible, architectural-grade exterior and interior finishes. This role provides steady local work, direct leadership of your own support crew, and a culture that actively encourages professional trade growth.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Apply multi-coat exterior stucco systems, including scratch and brown coats, mesh basecoats, and specialized architectural finishes.
• Direct and mentor assigned tenders to properly erect staging and scaffolding, mask sensitive openings, and stage mixing areas efficiently.
• Establish uniform wall thickness and plumb lines around custom window reveals, architectural recesses, and high-volume ceilings.
• Formulate and mix exterior stucco bases, interior gypsum or lime plasters, and specialty finish compounds to exact hydration standards.
• Execute smooth Santa Barbara finishes, Roman clay, and tailored textures to meet stringent general contractor punch lists.
• Maintain an impeccably clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant jobsite while coordinating safely with other finish trades.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 2 years experienced in plaster and custom residential home projects.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience applying scratch, brown, and exterior finish coats on residential or commercial builds.
• Proven capability to lead and direct tenders in erecting scaffolding, masking windows and doors, and maintaining site cleanliness.
• Strong working knowledge of plaster mixing ratios, hydration control, and substrate surface preparation.
• Ability to execute sharp architectural returns, true planar lines, and uniform wall surfaces across large areas.
• Commitment to safe jobsite practices and proper personal protective equipment standards.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• 4 or more years of dedicated journeyman-level plastering experience on custom residential homes.
• Completion of a recognized C-35 trade apprenticeship or formal technical training program.
• Material manufacturing certificates.
• Advanced proficiency in specialty finishes, including smooth-trowel Santa Barbara finish, Venetian plaster, or Roman clay.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus!

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $33.00 to $38.00 per hour.
• Reliable weekly pay cycle.
• Company-provided work uniforms.
• Focus on local Ventura County job assignments to minimize commute times.
• Respectful crew culture focused on continuous skills improvement.
• California annual renewed sick pay, family leave.

About Us

PV Plastering is a premier C-35 lath and plaster contractor dedicated to delivering superior craftsmanship across Ventura County. We pride ourselves on producing top-tier residential and commercial work within our local communities. Our team culture is rooted in mutual respect, continuous learning, and pride in every finish coat we complete.

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PV Plastering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.