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Per Diem Drywall Taping Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Carpenter I

Monroe, LA · On-site

$21 - $41/hr

Per diem pay helps offset travel for out-of-area work. What You'll Do * Set up trailers, tool ... Perform drywall hanging, finishing (taping, mudding, sanding), insulation, and other rough and ...

Drywall Finisher

Tangent, OR · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Taping and fire taping * Texture matching - highly desirable skill * Priming and painting * Touch ... Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour "We Build Careers" - Steve White, President and COO With ...

... mudding, taping, and all things drywall . Our services : * Drywall Repair * Ceiling Repair ... Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Compensation: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Choose a ...

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How much do per diem drywall taping jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for per diem drywall taping in the United States is $24.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $30.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Per Diem Drywall Taping vs Per Diem Drywall Finisher?

AspectPer Diem Drywall TapingPer Diem Drywall Finisher
Primary RoleApplying joint tape and compound to seams and cornersSanding, finishing, and smoothing drywall surfaces
Skills & CertificationsKnowledge of taping techniques, OSHA safety, basic toolsFinishing skills, sanding techniques, safety certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, interior drywall installation areasPost-taping stage, interior drywall finishing projects
Industry UsageCommonly used during drywall installation phaseFollow-up role to taping, ensuring smooth surfaces

While Per Diem Drywall Taping involves applying joint tape and compound to seams, Per Diem Drywall Finisher focuses on sanding and smoothing the drywall surface for a polished finish. Both roles are essential in drywall installation, often working sequentially on construction sites, with overlapping skills but distinct responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Per Diem Drywall Taping job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, and 21% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,004 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Carpenter I

Skillit

Monroe, LA • On-site

$21 - $41/hr

Per diem

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Job description

About This Role
Join our crew as a Carpenter I in Monroe, LA - a hands-on, per-diem role paying $21-$41/hr. You'll build and repair wood and wallboard fixtures, set up trailers and temporary structures, assist with concrete and rough carpentry, and work to local building codes every day. This job is physical and practical: read blueprints, set forms, erect prefabricated materials, help shoot grades and elevations, and support journeymen and foremen on site. Bilingual English/Spanish skills and basic forming/rebar experience are a plus. Per diem pay helps offset travel for out-of-area work.
What You'll Do
  • Set up trailers, tool trailers/conex's, erosion-control setups (silt fences, straw bales) and prepare site per plan
  • Read blueprints, sketches, and building plans to measure, mark, and determine material needs
  • Build decks, stairs, roofs and other temporary structures; install shelves, doors, frames, hardware, and finish carpentry as directed
  • Hand-set concrete forms, assemble gang forms, unload/handle/stockpile and erect prefabricated materials; assist with concrete placement and pouring
  • Assist journeyman and foreman with shooting grades, elevations and site layout; perform general site clean-up and maintain tools/equipment
  • Perform drywall hanging, finishing (taping, mudding, sanding), insulation, and other rough and finish carpentry tasks as assigned

What We're Looking For
  • Hands-on carpentry experience: wood framing, finish carpentry, exterior cladding, and interior partitions
  • Concrete and formwork experience: hand-set walls, footings, gang forms, concrete placement/pouring, and basic rebar tying
  • Drywall skills: hanging, fastening, taping, mudding, sanding, and repair
  • Blueprint reading and measuring: site layout, leveling, alignment, and use of basic layout tools
  • Comfortable with scaffolding systems, power and hand tools, lifting materials and working outdoors in all weather
  • Able to follow safety rules, work with a crew, take direction from foremen/journeymen, and handle per-diem travel assignments

Qualifications
  • Bilingual: English and Spanish required
  • OSHA 10-hour (preferred) or equivalent safety training
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; ability to travel for per-diem assignments
  • Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
  • Prior experience with stayform/forming and rebar tying strongly preferred
  • Minimum 1 year construction/carpentry experience (concrete/formwork experience preferred)

What We Offer
  • Pay range $21-$41/hr depending on experience
  • Per diem for eligible travel assignments
  • Overtime opportunities on many projects
  • Steady, hands-on construction work with clear day-to-day duties
  • Basic PPE and safety equipment provided
  • Opportunities to learn forming, rebar tying, concrete and finish carpentry on the job

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