Tradesperson - Drywaller

Tradesperson - Drywaller

The Surrey School District respectfully acknowledges that our schools reside on the traditional, unceded, and shared territories of Coast Salish peoples: The q ̓ í cə ̓ y ̓ - Katzie, the q ʼ wa:n ̓ ƛ ʼ ən ̓ - Kwantlen and the SEMYOME - Semiahmoo First Nations, who have been stewards of this land since time immemorial.

Spread across one of the largest and fastest-growing cities in British Columbia, Surrey Schools is the city's second largest employer. Located on Canada's spectacular West Coast and nestled in the southwest corner of Green Timbers Urban Forest, we are just 30 minutes southeast of the city of Vancouver. Surrey Schools is the largest and fastest growing public school district in BC, and with 140 sites across 328km2, most of our staff are able to work close to home. The Surrey School District team of approximately 12,000 employees works tirelessly every day to ensure that children are getting the best start they can, providing the preparation to be our leaders of tomorrow.  

Reporting to the Manager of Infrastructure Maintenance within the Facilities Division, the Drywaller Tradesperson is responsible for a variety of projects including renovations, repairs and new installations in over 140 school district sites and offices. The successful applicant must be a team-player ready to be part of a cohesive, effective team of professionals in this busy department, who hold great pride in their work. The department requires applicants to be prepared to work effectively in a small team as well as independently to complete top quality work in various District facilities. Experience and training in institutional facilities is a bonus! 

Surrey Schools prides itself on providing our facilities staff with excellent work-life balance. This Drywaller Tradesperson position works 7:00 to 3:00, Monday to Friday, however, shift times may vary with some afternoon work. The successful applicant will have access to top-quality tools and equipment, a well-maintained fleet of vehicles and the beautiful District Facilities Centre located in the heart of Surrey.

Applicants must have:

• An interprovincial trades qualification (TQ) in Drywalling with a Red Seal endorsement;
• A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s license;
• Completion of grade 12 or equivalent plus completion of apprenticeship training from a vocational institute recognized by the district in the applicable trade;
• Four years' recent practical experience as a tradesperson in the applicable trade, or an equivalent level of training and experience;
• Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of trade standard practices, methods, technology, tools, equipment, by-laws, regulations and codes applicable to the work performed;
• Ability to perform a variety of skilled tasks related to the construction, repair, maintenance, renovation and operation of school/District facilities;
• Ability to layout, assign, coordinate, assist, direct and monitor the work of Trades Helpers, contractors, labourers, and other trades, where applicable;
• Ability to communicate effectively and to understand and carry out oral and written instructions accurately with minimal supervision;
• Demonstrated skill in the correct and safe use of tools and equipment utilized in the trade. Ability to operate computer equipment and applicable software.
• Ability to analyze and solve trade related problems;
• An interprovincial trades qualification (TQ) in Drywalling with a Red Seal endorsement;
• Knowledge of WHMIS, WCB occupational health and safety regulations and District safe work practices, policies and procedures to perform work requirements within the trade.

This is a unionized position that offers an hourly wage rate of $40.65 plus benefits package: municipal pension, health, vacation & sick benefits. Effective date per collective agreement.

Interested and qualified applicants can apply by clicking “Apply ” before 4:00 PM Thursday August 27, 2026. 

Note: The successful applicant is required to consent to a Criminal Record Search prior to employment.  Only applicants selected for interviews are contacted.