What is a ceiling installer and how to become one

Key steps to become a ceiling installer

1. Explore ceiling installer education requirements

   Most common ceiling installer degrees

   High School Diploma

   45.5 %

   Bachelor's

   21.2 %

   Associate

   21.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific ceiling installer skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Hand Tools	52.36%
   Ladders	39.66%
   Commercial Buildings	3.38%
   Drop Ceilings	3.35%
   Safety Procedures	1.24%

3. Complete relevant ceiling installer training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 2-4 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New ceiling installers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a ceiling installer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real ceiling installer resumes.

4. Research ceiling installer duties and responsibilities

   • Manage telecommunications, data and CCTV equipment.
   • Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshot breakdowns and repair malfunctioning HVAC systems and components; utilize measuring and testing instruments.
   • Apply Masonite, formica, or vinyl surfacing materials.

5. Apply for ceiling installer jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a ceiling installer job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams