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About the Role

Carpenters are responsible for designing, building, installing, and repairing structures, fixtures, furniture, and other items using a variety of materials, including wood, steel, plastic, fiberglass, and drywall. This role requires precision, physical strength, and the ability to follow detailed instructions and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform work efficiently, safely, and accurately to consistently meet production goals.
• Prepare project layouts and accurately estimate dimensions.
• Read and interpret blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
• Select appropriate materials for each task.
• Use hand and power tools to construct, install, and repair structures.
• Join materials using nails, screws, staples, or adhesives.
• Work at various heights using ladders, scaffolding, stilts, and top beams of buildings.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets code and project specifications.
• Install cabinetry, molding, partitions, doors, and windows.
• Create structural supports for concrete work, including building forms and tunnel bracing.
• Replace building components such as glass panes, ceiling tiles, and doors.
• Move and install machinery as required.
• Erect scaffolding and temporary structures as needed.
• Follow all company safety and personnel policies and protocols.
• Travel to all assigned job sites as required.
• Perform physical activities such as climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting overhead, and walking/working in rough terrain.
• Work flexible hours as necessary to meet project and company goals.

Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry loads up to 100 pounds.
• Comfortable climbing and working from ladders or scaffolding.
• Capable of standing and walking for extended periods.

Skills

• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Punctual and dependable
• Willingness to follow instructions and learn on the job
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Maintains professionalism on site
• Flexible and able to work overtime as needed
• Committed to safety and attention to detail

Work Type

• Full-Time
• Hourly/Non-Exempt

Experience Level

• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on carpentry experience

Education Level

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Salary/Compensations

• $25 - $35/hour