Carpenter I

Description

Carry out tasks of carpentry work under the supervision of a qualified tradesman and consistent with apprenticeship level. The Carpenter I position assists with a wide variety of carpentry work such as being a cut man, preparing work areas with materials and tools, handling materials, cleaning work areas and tools. This position directly reports to the Foreman.

COMMITMENTS

1. Uphold a culture of safety by following Elder Construction’s safety manual and setting a positive example for others.
2. Follow procedures and processes as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
3. Work with the team to exceed industry standards of quality on projects.
4. Support Client and Subcontractor Relationships by acting in a professional manner.
5. Achieve career development goals as outlined in annual review by creating and following development plan.
6. Engage in the company with a team player perspective.

ACTIVITIES

1. Arrive on time and be prepared to go to work on daily tasks.
2. Prepare work areas for daily tasks.
3. Assist Foreman/Carpenter II in daily tasks.
4. Daily clean-up of work areas.
5. Track and code all job-related receipts in a timely manner.
6. Accurately track time and tasks performed on each project.
7. Accurately complete and sign timecards by 5:00pm on Saturday.
8. Complete OSHA 10 within the first 90 days of employment.
9. Attend weekly toolbox talks on jobsites.
10. Attend monthly staff meeting at 3:30PM on Thursdays.
11. Observe and learn how to perform carpentry tasks from Foreman and Carpenters.
12. All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. 2+ years’ experience working as a Carpenter on commercial construction projects or related field.

2. Must have a good understanding of carpentry or related field.

3. Must have knowledge and safe use of basic hand/power tools.

4. Must be competent in installation of door hardware, drywall hanging and finish.

5. Ability to interpret plan, layout of framing and cabinets.

6. Must have basic hand tools.

7. Must have a current and valid United States Driver’s License.

8. Must have competent written and verbal communication skills.

9. Understand material and tool requirements of daily tasks.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

FIELD:

· While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The team member is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop or kneel.

· The team member must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the primary responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary responsibilities.

FIELD:

· While performing the duties of this job, this position regularly works outdoors in various weather conditions. The team member frequently works near moving equipment, occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Accident, Short Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life - AD&D,

--- 401k plan and Profit Sharing.

At Elder Construction, we are an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status.