Plasterer's Assistant
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Under the instructions of a plasterer, this job involves mixing mortar or cement, base preparation, material transport, tool preparation and cleaning, and assisting with finishing work.
Description
A plasterer's assistant handles a wide range of support tasks to enable plasterers to work efficiently, including mixing mortar and cement, cleaning and adjusting the base, preparing and transporting materials, maintaining and cleaning tools such as trowels, and managing safety at the work site. On site, they check the condition of foundations and walls, mix and supply materials according to the artisan's instructions, secure scaffolding for high-altitude work, clean up, and organize waste materials. The work is primarily physically demanding manual labor, requiring teamwork and safety awareness.
Future Outlook
Amid ongoing labor shortages in the construction industry, demand for support work remains stable. As aging progresses, training young workers is a challenge, but demand is expected to be maintained from the perspective of technology succession.
Personality Traits
Good at Following Instructions / Meticulous / Physically Strong / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Contract Employee / Day Laborer / Dispatched Worker / Full-Time Employee / On-Site Work
Career Path
Plasterer Apprentice → Plasterer Artisan → Construction Management Assistant → Site Supervisor
Required Skills
Base Adjustment / Mortar Cement Mixing / Safety and Health Management / Trowel Handling
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills / High-Place Work Qualification / Tool Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Errors in material mixing or application thickness directly affect quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires transporting heavy materials and prolonged physical labor. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Work progresses in collaboration with artisans and other workers. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Requires little complex logical thinking, as work follows instructions. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work centers on following established procedures, with little need for original ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic mixing ratio calculations are needed, with no complex numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Plastering Technician (Grade 2)
- Plastering Technician (Grade 3)
Aliases
- Plastering Assistant
- Plastering Helper
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