Chicago-Taper
$53.05/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... Range is $19.93 per hour for entry level apprentice to $53.05 per hour for journeyman, scales vary ...
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Chicago-Taper
$53.05/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... Range is $19.93 per hour for entry level apprentice to $53.05 per hour for journeyman, scales vary ...
Chicago-Taper
Melrose Park, IL · On-site
$53.05/hr
Taper Job Tapers are required to finish walls, ceilings and trim using hand tools and mechanical ... Range is $19.93 per hour for entry level apprentice to $53.05 per hour for journeyman, scales vary ...
Chicago-Taper
Melrose Park, IL · On-site
$53.05/hr
Taper Job Tapers are required to finish walls, ceilings and trim using hand tools and mechanical ... Range is $19.93 per hour for entry level apprentice to $53.05 per hour for journeyman, scales vary ...
Chicago-Taper
$53.05/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... Range is $19.93 per hour for entry level apprentice to $53.05 per hour for journeyman, scales vary ...
Chicago-Taper
$53.05/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... Range is $19.93 per hour for entry level apprentice to $53.05 per hour for journeyman, scales vary ...
Chicago-Taper
Melrose Park, IL · On-site
$53.05/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... Range is $19.93 per hour for entry level apprentice to $53.05 per hour for journeyman, scales vary ...
Chicago-Taper
Melrose Park, IL · On-site
$53.05/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... Range is $19.93 per hour for entry level apprentice to $53.05 per hour for journeyman, scales vary ...
Southern CA - Taper
City Of Industry, CA · On-site
$47.43/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... NOTE: In the LA area wages range from $20.23 per hour for entry level apprentices to $47.43 per ...
Southern CA - Taper
City Of Industry, CA · On-site
$47.43/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... NOTE: In the LA area wages range from $20.23 per hour for entry level apprentices to $47.43 per ...
Southern CA - Taper
City Of Industry, CA · On-site
$47.43/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... NOTE: In the LA area wages range from $20.23 per hour for entry level apprentices to $47.43 per ...
Southern CA - Taper
City Of Industry, CA · On-site
$47.43/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... NOTE: In the LA area wages range from $20.23 per hour for entry level apprentices to $47.43 per ...
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... NOTE: In the LA area wages range from $20.23 per hour for entry level apprentices to $47.43 per ...
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A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... NOTE: In the LA area wages range from $20.23 per hour for entry level apprentices to $47.43 per ...
Southern CA - Taper
La Puente, CA · On-site
$47.43/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... NOTE: In the LA area wages range from $20.23 per hour for entry level apprentices to $47.43 per ...
Southern CA - Taper
La Puente, CA · On-site
$47.43/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... NOTE: In the LA area wages range from $20.23 per hour for entry level apprentices to $47.43 per ...
Southern CA - Taper
La Puente, CA · On-site
$47.43/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... NOTE: In the LA area wages range from $20.23 per hour for entry level apprentices to $47.43 per ...
Southern CA - Taper
La Puente, CA · On-site
$47.43/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... NOTE: In the LA area wages range from $20.23 per hour for entry level apprentices to $47.43 per ...
Northern Ca. - Taper
$57.16/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... In the San Francisco Bay area wages range from $20.01 per hour for entry level apprentices to $57 ...
Northern Ca. - Taper
$57.16/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... In the San Francisco Bay area wages range from $20.01 per hour for entry level apprentices to $57 ...
Northern Ca. - Taper
Hayward, CA · On-site
$57.16/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... In the San Francisco Bay area wages range from $20.01 per hour for entry level apprentices to $57 ...
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Northern Ca. - Taper
Hayward, CA · On-site
$57.16/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... In the San Francisco Bay area wages range from $20.01 per hour for entry level apprentices to $57 ...
Northern Ca. - Taper
Hayward, CA · On-site
$57.16/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... In the San Francisco Bay area wages range from $20.01 per hour for entry level apprentices to $57 ...
Northern Ca. - Taper
Hayward, CA · On-site
$57.16/hr
A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be ... In the San Francisco Bay area wages range from $20.01 per hour for entry level apprentices to $57 ...
Tapers/texture specialist
Fremont, CA · On-site
$24 - $32/hr
General Contractor Seeking Experienced Drywall Installer/Taper/Texture Specialist We are looking ... We also have openings for drywall hangers and apprentices/helpers. Thank you! Work Location: In ...
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Tapers/texture specialist
Fremont, CA · On-site
$24 - $32/hr
General Contractor Seeking Experienced Drywall Installer/Taper/Texture Specialist We are looking ... We also have openings for drywall hangers and apprentices/helpers. Thank you! Work Location: In ...
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Tapers/texture specialist remodelers Floor installers
Fremont, CA · On-site
$25 - $40/hr
General contractor seeking EXPERIENCED drywall installer taper/texture specialist Hardwood, Tile ... We also have opening for apprentice/helpers. Thank you.
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Tapers/texture specialist remodelers Floor installers
Fremont, CA · On-site
$25 - $40/hr
General contractor seeking EXPERIENCED drywall installer taper/texture specialist Hardwood, Tile ... We also have opening for apprentice/helpers. Thank you.
Apprentice Fabrication Technician - 2nd Shift
Mcgregor, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19.75/hr
APPRENTICE FABRICATION TECHNICIAN - 2ND SHIFT Technicians on the fabrication team at SpaceX ... Knowledge of different fittings such as National Pipe Taper (NPT) and A/N * Ability to utilize ...
Apprentice Fabrication Technician - 2nd Shift
Mcgregor, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19.75/hr
APPRENTICE FABRICATION TECHNICIAN - 2ND SHIFT Technicians on the fabrication team at SpaceX ... Knowledge of different fittings such as National Pipe Taper (NPT) and A/N * Ability to utilize ...
Apprentice Fabrication Technician - 2nd Shift
Mcgregor, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19.75/hr
APPRENTICE FABRICATION TECHNICIAN - 2ND SHIFT Technicians on the fabrication team at SpaceX ... Knowledge of different fittings such as National Pipe Taper (NPT) and A/N * Ability to utilize ...
Apprentice Fabrication Technician - 2nd Shift
Mcgregor, TX · On-site
$15.25 - $19.75/hr
APPRENTICE FABRICATION TECHNICIAN - 2ND SHIFT Technicians on the fabrication team at SpaceX ... Knowledge of different fittings such as National Pipe Taper (NPT) and A/N * Ability to utilize ...
Taper / Finisher
Dayton, OH · On-site
$21 - $32/hr
Paid apprenticeship training * Free certifications and skill-upgrade classes * Opportunities for continued training and career advancement Veterans are encouraged to apply. Join a skilled union ...
Taper / Finisher
Dayton, OH · On-site
$21 - $32/hr
Paid apprenticeship training * Free certifications and skill-upgrade classes * Opportunities for continued training and career advancement Veterans are encouraged to apply. Join a skilled union ...
... year apprenticeship. Summary of Major Responsibilities/Duties: * Assemble pipe components by ... Confirming pipe joints are aligned properly (taper bore if necessary). * Confirming pipe spool is ...
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... year apprenticeship. Summary of Major Responsibilities/Duties: * Assemble pipe components by ... Confirming pipe joints are aligned properly (taper bore if necessary). * Confirming pipe spool is ...
Taper / Finisher
Dayton, OH · On-site
$21 - $32/hr
Paid apprenticeship training * Free certifications and skill-upgrade classes * Opportunities for continued training and career advancement Veterans are encouraged to apply. Join a skilled union ...
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Taper / Finisher
Dayton, OH · On-site
$21 - $32/hr
Paid apprenticeship training * Free certifications and skill-upgrade classes * Opportunities for continued training and career advancement Veterans are encouraged to apply. Join a skilled union ...
APPRENTICE INSTRUMENTATION FITTER - 2ND SHIFT Instrumentation fitters on the fabrication team at ... Knowledge of different fittings such as National Pipe Taper (NPT) and A/N * Ability to utilize ...
APPRENTICE INSTRUMENTATION FITTER - 2ND SHIFT Instrumentation fitters on the fabrication team at ... Knowledge of different fittings such as National Pipe Taper (NPT) and A/N * Ability to utilize ...
Taper Apprentice information
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$13.70 - $15.14
4% of jobs
$15.14 - $16.59
17% of jobs
$16.92 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$16.59 - $18.03
16% of jobs
The median wage is $18.94 / hr.
$18.03 - $19.47
20% of jobs
$19.47 - $20.91
16% of jobs
$21.15 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$20.91 - $22.36
10% of jobs
$22.36 - $23.80
6% of jobs
$23.80 - $25.24
5% of jobs
$25.24 - $26.68
1% of jobs
$26.68 - $28.13
3% of jobs
$28.13 - $29.57
1% of jobs
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$20
$29
How much do taper apprentice jobs pay per hour?
As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for taper apprentice in the United States is $20.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Chicago-Taper
Melrose Park, IL
Anning-Johnson Company
$53.05/hr
Full-time
Re-posted 5 days ago
Job description
Tapers are required to finish walls, ceilings and trim using hand tools and mechanical tools that conform to the required levels of finishing standards. While maintaining the necessary production and quality required to complete a project and exceeding the customers’ expectations.
Tapers apply drywall tape compound to the seams between drywall panels and to nail and screw indentations on the surface of the panels. Tapers work on new walls and ceiling installs and make repairs to existing walls as well. Tapers install and finish metal, plastic, and aluminum trims. Apply number of coats of compound per specified level of finish, and sand areas after each coat.
Additional responsibilities include:
Reading and interpreting drawings
Checking working surfaces – verify panels joints are tight and aligned, fastened to framing members tightly without breaking the paper surface or fracturing the core.
Establishing a work schedule and flow of work
Organizing and verifying materials
Cleaning and repairing tools
Mixing Joint compounds
Applying fill coats
Applying finish coats
Finishing inside and outside corners
Dry sanding
Wet sanding
Vacuum sanding
Skim coating over gypsum board, concrete, or other related materials
Spraying finish compound
Know and understand the 5 levels and methods of drywall finishing.
Tapers are typically responsible for the production and quality of the products they install. A Taper will usually report to a foreman or lead man and will be assigned a range of tasks to be completed. Timely production and quality are the main responsibilities of a Taper. In addition, Tapers are responsible for working safely and maintaining a safe work environment.
Tapers must work within precise limits and standards of specified finish level.
Physically, Tapers must be able to: Climb and maintain balance on scaffolds and ladders; reach for, handle, and manipulate objects and materials; lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl, and see well (either naturally or with correction).
Wages based on unions scales: Range is $19.93 per hour for entry level apprentice to $53.05 per hour for journeyman, scales vary somewhat based on job site location.