Journeyman Metal Stud Framer & Drywall Hanger

About the role

Higgins Group, Inc. is a premier multi-service specialty contractor providing high-quality, reliable construction services. Our Commercial Walls & Ceilings team plays a key role in delivering high-quality interior spaces through skill, precision, and craftsmanship.

Core Responsibilities

• Report to the assigned job site on time, prepared for work, and equipped with the required tools and personal protective equipment.
• Follow all company, general contractor, OSHA, and job-site safety requirements.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, wall types, reflected ceiling plans, details, specifications, and field layout markings.
• Perform layout for standard walls, partitions, soffits, bulkheads, door openings, ceilings, and other commercial framing assemblies.
• Identify common metal framing sizes, gauges, types, and appropriate applications.
• Frame walls, soffits, bulkheads, ceilings, door openings, and other assemblies so they are plumb, level, square, properly spaced, and ready for inspection.
• Make accurate cuts around electrical boxes, piping, ductwork, door frames, windows, and other penetrations.
• Install corner bead, ceiling bead, control joints, trim accessories, and related components as assigned.
• Identify installation conflicts, damaged materials, missing information, and quality concerns and report them to the Foreman before work continues.
• Erect, move, and dismantle approved scaffolding and work platforms when authorized and trained.
• Complete assigned work within established quality and production expectations.
• Minimize unnecessary material waste and protect completed work from damage.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
• Cookoperate respectfully with coworkers, field leadership, general contractors, and other trades.
• Assist with training apprentices in safe work practices, tool use, material identification, installation methods, and quality expectations.
• Perform other related commercial interiors duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience performing commercial metal stud framing and drywall installation.
• Ability to independently complete standard framing and drywall-hanging tasks with limited supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret basic construction drawings, wall types, dimensions, details, and specifications.
• Working knowledge of common metal stud framing materials, drywall products, sheathing products, fasteners, and accessories.
• Ability to accurately measure, cut, frame, hang, and fasten materials.
• Ability to recognize work that is out of plumb, level, square, alignment, spacing, or specification.
• Ability to communicate clearly, follow direction, and work effectively as part of a crew.
• Dependable attendance and reliable transportation to assigned job sites.
• Ability to perform physical construction work, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, and repetitive overhead work.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry tools and construction materials weighing approximately 50 pounds and assist with team lifting heavier materials.
• Ability to work at heights and in changing commercial construction-site conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of commercial metal stud framing and drywall-hanging experience, or equivalent demonstrated trade competency.
• Previous successful experience as an apprentice framer and drywall hanger.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Current scissor lift, boom lift, forklift, or other applicable equipment certifications.
• Ability to use lasers and layout tools accurately.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability and willingness to train apprentice employees.
• Ownership of a complete journeyman-level tool set.

Required Tool and Equipment Competencies

• Tape measure
• Chalk line
• Levels and laser levels
• Framing squares
• Nips
• Utility knife and drywall tools
• Screw gun and impact driver
• Rotozip or drywall router
• Chop saw or approved metal-cutting equipment
• Hammer drill and fastening tools
• Ladders, scaffolds, and approved work platforms
• Scissor lifts, boom lifts, and material-handling equipment after required training

Pay

Compensation is hourly, with final compensation based on skills, experience, and qualifications. (Paid weekly)

Schedule

Employment is contingent upon passing Drug Test, Physical, and E-Verify.