The Work Plasterers finish interior walls and ceilings of buildings, apply plaster on masonry, metal, wirelath or gypsum. Most of these are hand-applied, therefore you will learn handcrafting skills. Cement masons are responsible for all concrete construction, including pouring and finishing of slabs, steps, wall tops, curbs and gutters, sidewalks, paving and other concrete construction. They also handle terrazzo, magnasite, epoxy, polymer and other plastic materials for topping repair and injection.
Cement masons are responsible for all preparation and repairing of concrete.
They also set forms and pins for slabs, steps, curbs and gutters, and paving. Working Conditions Seventy-five percent of a plasterer's work is done outside on scaffolds. The work can be seasonal depending on weather conditions, with intermittent periods of unemployment. Most of the work is done commercially, but some is residential. The work involves heavy lifting, bending, climbing and standing.