CARPENTER

JOB DETAILS

Job Type: Full-time (year-round work)

Hourly: $16.50-$23.00 (based on experience)

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (some after hours or weekends may be required-overtime pay)

OBJECTIVES:

• • Advance construction projects by building and installing key functional elements.
  • Keep work areas and equipment clean and secure.
  • Maintain good relationships with clients and third parties.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols on-site and in the workshop.
  • Collaborate with a skilled team of fellow craftsmen.
  • Demonstrate excellence of craft to drive further business.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • Frame walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs using materials such as: wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composites of multiple materials.
  • Fit and install window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using a carpenter’s level, plumb bob, and laser levels.
  • Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground levels.
  • Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
  • Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
  • Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean environment.
  • Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools.
  • Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
  • Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repairs or replaces, using hand tools.
  • Inspect ceiling or floor tiles, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures.
  • Move materials around on jobsites as necessary.
  • Debris removal from jobsites.

QUALIFICATIONS:

OSHA certified ideal but not required

• • 3+ years’ experience in residential and commercial carpentry.
  • Owns a variety of hand and power tools (see tool list below).
  • Ability to follow architectural drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
  • Strong verbal communication skills.
  • Good math and spatial reasoning skills.
  • Knowledge of carpentry best practices and techniques.
  • Strong working knowledge of job site safety regulations.
  • Ability to read and adhere to labels, safety warnings, and guidelines.
  • Alert and attentive to detail to ensure job site safety.
  • Ability to lift heavy materials and stand for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and within time constraints.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Capacity to multitask without sacrificing quality or safety.

BENEFITS:

60-day probation period before qualifying for certain benefits

• • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays (6)
  • Bonuses 

TOOL LIST:

Carpenters are expected to have a good majority of the following tools but not required at time of hire

• • Saw horses
  • Nail belt
  • Finish hammer
  • Cat’s paw
  • Dry bar
  • 2′ & 4′ level
  • Caulk box
  • Caulk gun
  • Skill saw
  • Drill
  • Drill bits
  • 6′ step ladder
  • Extension cords
  • Nail set
  • Utility knife
  • Plyers
  • Needle nose plyers
  • Wire cutters
  • Work gloves
  • Tape measure
  • Crescent wrench
  • Broom & dustpan
  • Screwdriver
  • Speed square
  • Miter saw
  • Compressor
  • Finish nail gun
  • Drop cloths
  • Impact screwdriver
  • Finish sander
  • D-A sander
  • 5lb hammer
  • Air hose
  • Staple gun (T-50)
  • Saw
  • Allen wrenches
  • Wrenches
  • Socket set
  • Hole saw bits
  • Hammer drill
  • T-Square
  • Table saw
  • Framing gun
  • Bar champs
  • Router & bits