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Drywall Installers, Ceiling Tile Installers, and Tapers

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Significant Points

Most workers learn the trade on the job by starting as helpers to more experienced workers; additional classroom instruction may also be needed.
Job prospects are expected to be good.
Inclement weather seldom interrupts work, but workers may be idled when downturns in the economy slow new construction activity.

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Also see Drywall installers, ceiling tile installers, and tapers in the 2004-05 Occupational Outlook Handbook
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