Carpenter

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Position Title	Carpenter ($24-$32/hour)
Reports To:	Superintendent

 

Position Summary

Construct and repair building frameworks and structures made from wood and metal.  Installation of millwork carpentry, doors & other specialty items.

Essential Functions/Position Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The carpenter is responsible for the following:

• Ability to follow blueprints and building plans to meet client needs
• Construct and install structures and fixtures
• Ability to measure, cut or shape wood, plastic, and other materials
• Construct building framework, including walls, floors, and doorframes. Help erect, level, and install building framework with the aid of rigging hardware and cranes
• Inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures
• Ability to work on staging / above ground
• Taping experience a plus
• Willingness to perform non-carpentry tasks as needed (cleaning, demo, floor prep, etc.)
• Cleanliness, working in clean environments, occupied spaces
• Instruct and direct laborers and other construction helpers
• Work in a safe, OSHA approved manner
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Provide a good work ethic and effort towards all assigned tasks
• Willingness to learn new tasks
• Share knowledge & help train others
• Demonstrate consistent attendance
• Ability to communicate & collaborate clearly with the team

 

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has not supervisory responsibilities.

 

Hiring Requirements/Preferences

 

• Minimum of 2 years of commercial carpentry
• Metal & Wood framing
• Drywall
• Millwork and casework installation
• Doors, frames, and hardware installation
• Must be able to travel to the jobsite(s) as assigned
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Proficient at reading blueprints, or ability to learn
• Minimum tools required: tape measure, hammer, utility knife, tool belt, speed square, chalk line, torpedo level and driver index.  HP Cummings will provide power tools
• Strong organization skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Experience with computers and technology a plus
• OSHA 10 training preferred, but will provide

 

Other Duties

 

• Working hours are 7:00am to 3:30pm.  Please come to the site early enough to start work at 7:00am and be prepared to work up until 3:30.
• Overtime may be offered to stay on schedule
• Must be able to travel to the jobsite(s) as assigned.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

H.P. Cummings is an AA/EOE
JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Estimate of Physical Requirements

Position Title:  Carpenter

 

PHYSICAL EFFORT	RARELY (15%)	OCCASIONAL (15% - 40%)	FREQUENT (40% - 70%)	CONTINUOUS (Over 70%)
Lifting under 40 lbs.	X
Lifting over 40 lbs.	X
Dusty Environment	X
Using Oil or Chemicals*	X
Standing	X
Climbing Ladders	X
Climbing Stairs	X
Sedentary Work**	X
Outside Work	X
Precision Type Work	X
Typing	X
Computer Input	X
Stooping	X
Driving	X
Walking	X
Answering Phone	X
Bending	X
Reaching/Pulling/Pushing	X
Acuity, Far – Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.	X
Acuity, Near – Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.	X
Depth Perception – Three-dimensional vision.  Ability to judge distance and space relationships.	X
Field of Vision – Area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while fixed on a point.	X
Accommodation – Adjustment of eye to bring object into sharp focus- Important for near point work.	X
Color Vision – Ability to identify and distinguish colors.	X

Special Comments:  Pay ranges from $24-$32/hour