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Anning-Johnson Company

Southern CA - Taper

La Puente, CA · On-site

$47.43/hr

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 ...

Anning-Johnson Company

Reno/Sparks - Taper

Sparks, NV · On-site

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 ...

Anning Johnson

Southern CA - Taper

La Puente, CA · On-site

$47.43/hr

Taper Job 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 ...

Anning Johnson

Southern CA - Taper

City Of Industry, CA · On-site

$47.43/hr

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 ...

Anning-Johnson Company

Chicago-Taper

Melrose Park, IL · On-site

$53.05/hr

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 ...

Anning Johnson

Chicago-Taper

Chicago, IL · On-site

$53.05/hr

Taper Job 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 ...

Anning-Johnson Company

Southern CA - Taper

La Puente, CA · On-site

$47.43/hr

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 ...

Essel

Drywall Hangers/Tapers

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

We are seeking an experienced Drywall Hanger/Taper to support commercial and residential construction projects. This position is responsible for installing, finishing, and repairing drywall while ...

Essel

Drywall Hangers/Tapers

Los Angeles, CA

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

We are seeking an experienced Drywall Hanger/Taper to support commercial and residential construction projects. This position is responsible for installing, finishing, and repairing drywall while ...

Essel

Drywall Hangers/Tapers

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

We are seeking an experienced Drywall Hanger/Taper to support commercial and residential construction projects. This position is responsible for installing, finishing, and repairing drywall while ...

pepperconstruction

Painter/Taper

Barrington, IL · On-site

Drywall Tapers perform tasks related to finishing drywall on the construction site. This position performs a variety of tasks that often require them to work closely with other trades people ...

pepperconstruction

Painter/Taper

Chicago, IL · On-site

Drywall Tapers perform tasks related to finishing drywall on the construction site. This position performs a variety of tasks that often require them to work closely with other trades people ...

Pepper Construction

Painter/Taper

Chicago, IL · On-site

Drywall Tapers perform tasks related to finishing drywall on the construction site. This position performs a variety of tasks that often require them to work closely with other trades people ...

MIKES WOOD REFINISHING

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Drywall Laborer

Frankfort, IL · On-site

$23 - $30/hr

... hangers/tapers insuring their work is quality and they have everything needed Moving of some scaffold/drywall Pay rate depends upon experience/knowledge Company Description Mike's Decorating ...

MIKES WOOD REFINISHING

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Drywall Laborer

Frankfort, IL · On-site

$23 - $30/hr

... hangers/tapers insuring their work is quality and they have everything needed Moving of some scaffold/drywall Pay rate depends upon experience/knowledge Company Description Mike's Decorating ...

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How much do tapers jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for tapers 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 Tapers vs Finishers?

AspectTapersFinishers
Primary RoleApply joint compound and tape to seams and cornersSand, smooth, and prepare surfaces for painting or finishing
Skills & CertificationsKnowledge of drywall installation, basic tools, safety proceduresAttention to detail, sanding skills, finishing techniques
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, drywall installation projectsInterior spaces, post-drywall installation
Industry UsageCommonly used in drywall and construction projectsUsed in painting, remodeling, and finishing jobs

While Tapers focus on applying joint compound and tape to drywall seams, Finishers are responsible for sanding and smoothing surfaces to achieve a polished look. Both roles are essential in drywall installation and finishing, often working sequentially to prepare walls for painting or decoration.

How do you become a taper?

To become a taper, you typically need to gain experience in flooring or drywall finishing, often through apprenticeships or on-the-job training. Skills in sanding, smoothing, and using finishing tools are essential, and some employers may require relevant certifications or a high school diploma. Building a portfolio of completed projects can also help in securing employment as a taper.

What is a taper job description?

A taper is a construction or finishing worker responsible for applying and finishing materials such as drywall, plaster, or joint compound to create smooth surfaces on walls and ceilings. The job involves taping, sanding, and ensuring a seamless finish, often requiring attention to detail and the use of tools like taping knives and sanders. Tapers typically work in residential, commercial, or industrial settings and may need safety training or certifications depending on the project.
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Infographic showing various Tapers job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,004 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Southern CA - Taper

Anning-Johnson Company

La Puente, CA • On-site

$47.43/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 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).

NOTE: In the LA area wages range from $20.23 per hour for entry level apprentices to $47.43 per hour for Journeyman. Wages are determined by union scale as determined in the current collective bargaining agreement.

NOTE: In the San Diego area wages range from $19.00 per hour for entry level apprentices to $37.93 per hour for Journeyman. Wages are determined by union scale as determined in the current collective bargaining agreement.

Anning-Johnson Co and Restec Contractors Inc are Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employers. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.