Carpenter

Job Description

Job Description

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.XLifting over 40 lbs.XDusty EnvironmentXUsing Oil or Chemicals*XStandingXClimbing LaddersXClimbing Stairs