Plasterers and Stucco Masons - 47-2161.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Apply interior or exterior plaster, cement, stucco, or similar materials. May also set ornamental plaster.

DOT Titles Included in this O*NET-SOC Code

  • Plasterer
  • Plasterer Apprentice
  • Plasterer, Molding
  • Stucco Mason

Sample of Occupations in this SOC Family

Related Occupations

Tasks

  • Apply coats of plaster or stucco to walls, ceilings, or partitions of buildings, using trowels, brushes, or spray guns.
  • Apply insulation to building exteriors by installing prefabricated insulation systems over existing walls or by covering the outer wall with insulation board, reinforcing mesh, and a base coat.
  • Apply weatherproof, decorative coverings to exterior surfaces of buildings, such as by troweling or spraying on coats of stucco.
  • Clean and prepare surfaces for applications of plaster, cement, stucco, or similar materials, such as by drywall taping.
  • Create decorative textures in finish coat, using brushes or trowels, sand, pebbles, or stones.
  • Cure freshly plastered surfaces.
  • Install guide wires on exterior surfaces of buildings to indicate thickness of plaster or stucco and nail wire mesh, lath, or similar materials to the outside surface to hold stucco in place.
  • Mix mortar and plaster to desired consistency or direct workers who perform mixing.
  • Mold and install ornamental plaster pieces, panels, and trim.
  • Rough the undercoat surface with a scratcher so the finish coat will adhere.
  • Spray acoustic materials or texture finish over walls and ceilings.

Detailed Work Activities

  • adhere to safety procedures
  • apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings
  • apply grouting or other masonry adhesives
  • apply plaster, stucco or related material
  • build or repair masonry structures, including kilns or furnaces
  • build or repair structures in construction, repair, or manufacturing setting
  • climb ladders, scaffolding, or utility or telephone poles
  • construct molds
  • create decorative textures in finish coat
  • direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff
  • erect scaffold
  • fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
  • finish concrete surfaces
  • install insulating materials
  • install lathing to support plaster, stucco, or related construction material
  • install prefabricated building components
  • lay out masonry work
  • measure tile or masonry materials
  • mix mortar, grout, slurry, concrete, or related masonry material
  • mix paint, ingredients, or chemicals, according to specifications
  • move or fit heavy objects
  • perform safety inspections in construction or resource extraction setting
  • prepare site or surfaces for concrete or masonry work
  • read tape measure
  • read technical drawings
  • repair cracks, defects, or damage in installed building materials
  • tape dry wall joints
  • understand construction specifications
  • use concrete fabrication techniques
  • use hand or power tools
  • use measuring devices in construction or extraction work
  • use spray paint equipment