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Hoffman Specialty Contracting

Taper

Portland, OR · On-site

The Taper must be detailed orientated with uniform results. Principal Responsibilities ... Prepare unfinished interior drywall panels for painting by taping and finishing joints and ...

Hoffman Corporation

Taper

Portland, OR · On-site

The Taper must be detailed orientated with uniform results. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES ... Prepare unfinished interior drywall panels for painting by taping and finishing joints and ...

Hoffman Corporation

Taper

Portland, OR · On-site

The Taper must be detailed orientated with uniform results. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES ... Prepare unfinished interior drywall panels for painting by taping and finishing joints and ...

Hoffman Specialty Contracting

Taper

Claude, TX · On-site

The Taper must be detailed orientated with uniform results. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES ... Prepare unfinished interior drywall panels for painting by taping and finishing joints and ...

Hoffman Specialty Contracting

Taper

Everett, WA · On-site

The Taper must be detailed orientated with uniform results. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES ... Prepare unfinished interior drywall panels for painting by taping and finishing joints and ...

Hoffman Specialty Contracting

Taper

Everett, WA · On-site

The Taper must be detailed orientated with uniform results. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES ... Prepare unfinished interior drywall panels for painting by taping and finishing joints and ...

Tradesmen International, Inc.

$34/hr

Ensure all surfaces meet quality specifications prior to painting or coating * Maintain a clean and safe job site at all times Requirements: * Proven experience as a Drywall Taper on residential or ...

Hoffman Corporation

Taper - Claude, TX

Claude, TX · On-site

The Taper must be detailed orientated with uniform results. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES ... Prepare unfinished interior drywall panels for painting by taping and finishing joints and ...

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How much do taper painter jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for taper painter in the United States is $21.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a taper painter?

Taper Painters are skilled tradespeople who prepare and finish walls and ceilings by applying tape and joint compound to drywall seams and corners. Their work ensures that surfaces are smooth and ready for painting or wallpapering. Taper Painters often work on construction sites, collaborating with other trades to complete building interiors. Their expertise helps achieve a seamless, professional appearance in finished rooms.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a taper painter?

To thrive as a Taper Painter, you need expertise in drywall finishing, surface preparation, and applying taping compounds, usually gained through vocational training or an apprenticeship. Familiarity with tools such as taping knives, sanders, stilts, and automatic taping machines is typically required. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure smooth, seamless wall finishes and contribute to the overall quality and timely completion of construction or renovation projects.

What challenges do taper painters face on construction sites, and how can they overcome them?

Taper Painters often work in fast-paced environments where meeting tight deadlines while maintaining a high standard of finish can be challenging. Issues like uneven drywall surfaces, temperature or humidity fluctuations, and coordination with other trades can impact the quality of taping and painting. Effective communication with site supervisors and other team members, along with proper surface preparation and using the right materials, are key to overcoming these challenges. Staying adaptable and keeping up with industry best practices can also help ensure successful project completion.

How to become a drywall taper?

To become a drywall taper, you should gain experience in drywall installation and finishing, often through apprenticeships or entry-level positions. Developing skills in taping, mudding, sanding, and using tools like taping knives and sanders is essential, and obtaining a relevant OSHA safety certification can improve job prospects.

What states have the most Taper Painter jobs?

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Las Vegas - Taper/Painter/Wallpaper Hanger

Las Vegas, NV

Anning-Johnson Company
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Full-time

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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).