fit ceiling tiles
Attach ceiling tiles to an existing ceiling to mask imperfections, provide visual interest, or change the physical characteristics of the room.
Ceiling installers install ceilings in buildings. They apply different techniques as the situation requires-for example when fire resistance is especially important, or when space is needed between the dropped ceiling and the next floor-or specialise in one.
Competences and skills
32 ESCO relationsEssential skills and competences 15 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceSector-specific
8 competencesclean painting equipment
Disassemble, clean, and reassemble paint sprayers and other vehicle painting equipment.
install construction profiles
Install a variety of metal or plastic profiles used to attach materials to each other or to structural elements. Cut them to size if called for.
install drop ceiling
Lay standard size ceiling tiles on prepared profiles separated from the original ceiling to leave space between the two.
paint surfaces
Use brushes and rollers to apply a coat of paint to a prepared surface evenly and without leaving drops.
place drywall
Place sections of drywall against a surface. Put joists in place. Plan the amount of drywall necessary and the pattern they will be installed in to minimise the number of joints.
protect surfaces during construction work
Cover floors, ceiling, skirting boards and any other surfaces with various materials such as plastic or textile to keep them from being damaged or stained when performing construction or renovation work like painting or plastering.
tape drywall
Seal the joints between panels of drywall. Fill the tapered edges of the panels with joint compound and press joint tape into the compound. Let dry and cover with one or several layers of joint compound, leaving time for each layer to dry and sanding lightly to obtain a smooth finish.
transport construction supplies
Bring construction materials, tools and equipment to the construction site and store them properly taking various aspects into account such as the workers' safety and protection from deterioration.
Cross-sector
6 competencesfollow health and safety procedures in construction
Apply the relevant health and safety procedures in construction in order to prevent accidents, pollution and other risks.
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inspect construction supplies
Check construction supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems before using the material.
maintain work area cleanliness
Keep the working area and equipment clean and orderly.
use measurement instruments
Use different measurement instruments depending on the property to be measured. Utilise various instruments to measure length, area, volume, speed, energy, force, and others.
use safety equipment in construction
Use elements of protective clothing such as steel-tipped shoes, and gear such as protective goggles, in order to minimise risk of accidents in construction and to mitigate any injury if an accident does occur.
work ergonomically
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
Optional knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
1 competencetypes of ceiling
Various types of ceiling, such as tile ceilings, coffer ceilings and drop ceilings, each with their own advantages and disadvantages, risks, and costs.
Sector-specific
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Cross-sector
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Optional skills and competences 16 competences
Occupation specific
3 competencesinstall coffered ceiling
Attach a pattern of beams with or without decorative elements to a ceiling to create a coffered ceiling. Finish according to plan.
install stretch ceiling
Fix a stretch ceiling to the installed profiles. Heat the room to temporarily increase the stretchability of the material. Take care to prevent wrinkles or uneven stresses.
use T-brace
Use a T-brace, also known as a deadman, to hold up one end of a structural element while installing or working on the other end.
Sector-specific
3 competencesmonitor stock level
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
process incoming construction supplies
Receive incoming construction supplies, handle the transaction and enter the supplies into any internal administration system.
snap chalk line
Stretch a line covered in fine, non-staining chalk between two points and snap it against a surface to produce a straight line.
Cross-sector
10 competencesadvise on construction materials
Provide advice on and test a wide range of construction materials.
- Scope note
- It includes building stone, sand, bricks, clay and gravel.
answer requests for quotation
Make up prices and documents for the products that customers may purchase.
calculate needs for construction supplies
Take measurements on site and estimate the amount of materials required for the construction or restoration project.
install insulation material
Place insulation material, often shaped into rolls, in order to insulate a structure from thermical or acoustic influences and to prevent fire. Attach the material using face staples, inset staples, or rely on friction to keep the material in place.
install wood elements in structures
Install elements made of wood and wood-based composite materials, such as doors, stairs, plinths, and ceiling frames. Assemble and affix the elements, taking care to prevent gaps.
join wood elements
Bind wooden materials together using a variety of techniques and materials. Determine the optimal technique to join the elements, like stapling, nail, gluing or screwing. Determine the correct work order and make the joint.
keep personal administration
File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.
keep records of work progress
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
mix paint
Thoroughly mix different types of paint manually or mechanically. Start from basic paints or from powder and mix in water or chemicals. Check the consistency of the resulting mixture.
order construction supplies
Order required materials for the construction project, taking care to purchase the most suitable material for a good price.