F. L. Crane & Sons, Inc. an employee-owned specialty contractor with over 75 years of experience covering a wide range of finishing, metal panel systems and custom crating. We are based out of Fulton MS and operate 14 divisions throughout the southeastern part of the US. We pride ourselves on our family culture, dedication to innovation, and maintaining the highest standards in the industry.
Assembles and installs metal framing and decorative trim for windows, doorways, and vents Lays out reference lines and points, computes position of framing and furring channels, and marks position, using chalk line. Installs horizontal and vertical metal or studs for attachment of wallboard on interior walls, using hand tools. Maintains a clean work area and protects structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage. Reading design plans and/or Blueprints in order to provide minimal wallboard to avoid unnecessary waste of materials Measuring and marking cutting lines on framing, drywall, and trim using tape measure, straightedge, or square, and marking devices Identifying the exact locations of windows, electrical outlets, and plumbing, and then cutting the drywall or ceiling tile to fit the precise size needed Cutting drywall to the right size, using utility knives and power saws Fastening drywall panels to interior wall studs, using nails or screws Filling joints, holes, and cracks with compound, using a trowel and broad knife Trimming and smoothing rough edges so boards join evenly without visual defect Mixing compound to desired consistency Cleaning and preparing surfaces for applications of materials, such as by drywall taping. Requirements Education and/or Work Experience High School Diploma or Equivalent (preferred) Drywall Experience (required) Preferred Skills and Abilities Basic hand and power tool skills Ability to read and use measuring tools such as tape measure Ability to work and communicate with others Analyze information and evaluate problems Ability to safely work at heights Ability to learn and follow our extensive company safety policy Work safely with all members of the crew? Willingness to travel, with frequent overnight stays. Hotel and per-diem provided Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental) Retirement Plan (401k) matching Voluntary Insurance (Vision, Basic Life Insurance & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays) Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Employee Stock Ownership Plan
