Metal Lather

A Methal Lather is responsible for performing journey-level metal lathing work such as cutting, fitting, and installing wood or metal studding or furring strips, cutting and fitting metal lath, wire mesh, or gypsum lath and attaching to studding or furring nailing, clipping, typing, or stapling. Positions are also responsible for installing corner beads, moldings, base screeds and other types of reinforcements. These positions require incumbents to posses a knowledge of the procedures, techniques, and equipment necessary to perform journey-level lathing work. Positions also require incumbents to posses a knowledge of the safety precautions and occupational hazards of the metal lather trade.

The following are some examples of the duties associated with a Metal Lather.

   • Lays out jobs from plans or blueprints.
   • Cuts, fits and installs wood or metal studding or furring strips.
   • Cuts and fits metal lath, wire mesh or gypsum lath and attaches    to studding or furring by nailing, clipping, tying or stapling.
   • Installs corner beads, moldings, base screeds and other    reinforcements.
   • Buildings framework for cornices and archways.
   • Hangs suspended ceilings by various methods used in the trade.
   • Tears down old plaster in preparation for replastering.
   • May supervise helpers or laborers.
   • Drives automotive equipment to and from work sites.