What is a Plasterer?

Plasterers apply plaster, cement or acrylic finish products to the interior and exterior walls and ceilings of hospitals, office buildings, schools, warehouses, residences, shopping centers and large commercial and industrial projects.

The craft requires an extensive amount of outdoor work; therefore weather conditions are a factor.

This is a very active strenuous trade with much standing, stooping, bending, climbing and carrying. The ability to work at heights is a must.

What are the program specifics?

·                 Length of program – 4 years

·                 6 month probationary period

·                 A minimum of 160 hours of classroom

                  related instruction each year

·                 Starting pay – 70% journeyman wage

How do I qualify?

·                 At least 18 years of age

·                 Possess a high school diploma or GED

·                 Have a valid driver’s license

What will be helpful to succeed?

·                 Good reading ability

·                 General science

·                 General math

·                 Drafting

Where do I apply?

Christie Farrow, Coordinator                       Josh Kisling
Cement Masons JATC                                 Business Agent
3 Kovach Dr.                                             10490 N. State Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45215                               Harrison, Ohio 45030
(513) 482-4733                                         513-221-1313
cfarrow@capcincinnati.org