Construction Opportunity: Ceiling Fixer

Ceiling fixer Current Vacancies

2007-03-06:

Ceiling fixers fit suspended ceilings in buildings to conceal pipework, wiring, and heating or air conditioning systems.

The majority of the work is on new or refurbished commercial developments such as offices, shops and factories.

They can also be found working on public sector projects such as hospitals and schools.

Working from technical drawings, written instructions and site measurements, ceiling fixers set out, cut and fix a framework of aluminium supports to the underside of the floor or to the existing ceiling.

They use spirit, laser or water levels to check that this framework is horizontal.
Ceiling fixers may fit insulation materials in the ceiling space before installing the panels.

Some ceiling fixers also install relocatable dry lining wall and floor partitions, and deal with raised flooring systems.

Ceiling fixers work a 39-hour week. The work involves lifting and carrying materials and tools, and climbing ladders.
Protective hard hats, overalls and boots are worn.

Ceiling fixers travel from site to site, so a driving licence will be useful.

The majority of ceiling fixers are employed by companies that specialise in fitting suspended ceilings in commercial premises.

Some ceiling fixers are self-employed.
With qualifications, ceiling fixers can earn between 16,000 and 20,000.
Experienced ceiling fixers may earn up to 25,000 a year.

Overtime, shift allowances and bonuses will supplement income, while self-employed ceiling fixers negotiate their own rates. (Permalink)