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Drywall Professional - Earn $17 - $27 per hour - Full Time Position with Benefits - Colorado Springs, CO at Skillit.

Skillit. Colorado Springs, CO $17 - $27/hour

Job Description


We're seeking skilled Drywall Professionals for exciting projects in select U.S cities. We prioritize your safety and value your expertise.

We offer flexible interview times and an easy-to-follow application process. Apply now to jumpstart your skilled craft career!

As a drywall professional, you'll be responsible for the installation and finishing of drywall on commercial, industrial and civil projects, as well as any repairs that may occur on the job site.

Sa lary Range: $17 - $27 per hour


Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical
  • Retirement


Here's what Skillit needs from you:

  • Have strong drywall installation, hanging and finishing skills and experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to work with tools, such as, power and non-powered hand tools.
  • Willing and able to follow instructions and ask clarifying questions.
  • Ability to handle materials that can weigh up to 200Ibs.
  • Strong attention to detail.


Here's what you'll be doing:

  • Install and repair drywall in commercial, industrial or civil work sites.
  • Ability to measure, cut, install, repair and finish drywall.
  • Transport materials to the job site.
  • Apply finishes and textures to drywall per instructions.
  • Repair drywall seamlessly.
  • Work closely with framers and other workers to ensure smooth and efficient work on the job site.
  • Read and interpret blueprints for installation planning.
  • Possess the ability to understand construction and repairs from drawings or sketches, estimate materials, supplies and labor costs.

$35k - $56k is below typical pay for Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers nationally

National salary averages
$35k - $56k
↓ 21% vs typical mid-level
Entry
Mid
Senior
This job
$38k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $101k

You may have room to negotiate or find better offers elsewhere.

Slight candidate advantage

Many alternative paths available. Don't feel locked into any single offer.

Hiring leverage
Balanced
Wage leverage
Balanced
Mobility
Good mobility

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Remote-capable workers

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Expertise pays off

Limited new roles, but specialists earn significantly more.

+4%
10yr growth
20% work independently—freelance or consulting is viable.
Typical: No formal educational credential

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024