Carpenter Journeyman

Carpenter Journeyman

Job Location: Calexico, CA

At Hensel Phelps, we don't just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

This position constructs and repairs building frameworks as well as structures. Stairways, doorframes, partitions, rafters, cabinetry, siding, and drywall are a few examples of the types of onsite tasks this position is responsible for completing. Carpenters pay great attention to project detail and have a strong understanding of wood and metal properties. Carpenters are also required at various times to do virtually all the carpenter support activities performed by laborers. This is a safety sensitive position.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the assembly and removal of the forms that are used for concrete installation
• Use assorted hand tools, including ten-pound sledgehammers, shovels, picks, handsaws, skill saws, and drills
• Build and/or install window-frames, doors, doorframes, staircases, stairways, partitions, millwork, trim, siding, drywall, and overall building frames
• Responsible for ensuring that layout of flooring, roofing, and drywall are leveled and compatible
• Reads blueprints, drawings, and sketches to fully grasp project requirements
• Effectively operate small hand and power tools to assist with a variety of worksite projects
• Responsible for taking measurements and calculating the size and amount of material needed
• This includes cutting, shaping, and smoothing wood or other required materials according to requested measurements
• This also includes constructing forms and chutes for pouring concrete as well as erecting scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground
• Loads, unloads, and identifies building materials, machinery, and tools
• Distributes site materials to the appropriate locations, according to project plans and specifications
• Responsible for ensuring that all materials are properly distributed, and the site is swept and well maintained
• Promotes a safe work environment and communicates jobsite hazards
• This includes helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver's License

Follow safe work practices in accordance with the Hensel Phelps safety and health program

Must be able to take initiative and ask questions

Possess a keen attention to detail and be able to follow instructions

Workers must provide their own safety footwear

Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers and stakeholders

Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills

Must be reliable and punctual

This includes having reliable transportation and consistent work attendance

Preferred Qualifications

Experienced in construction layout, blueprint reading and shop drawing reading

OSHA 10 Certification

CPR & First Aid Certification

Physical Requirements

Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and field activity.

Walking - The person in this position needs to frequently move about the jobsite. Sometimes operates a computer or tablet and other office machinery, such as a calculator and phone. The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office and field administration. Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read and understand blueprints, load charts, and take/verify field measurements.

Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.

Working from heights – the person must be comfortable and able to work from heights for extended amounts of time.

Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.

Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.

Reaching – Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction for various lengths of time.

Grasping – Needs to apply pressure to an object with fingers and palm regularly.

Benefits

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for hourly craft professionals. This position is eligible for medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, and our employee assistance program (EAP). We also believe in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, hourly employees earn one hour of paid time off for every 18.75 hours worked during the year, up to a maximum of 80 hours (10 days) per year. After one (1) year of employment with at least 1,000 hours of service, employees may apply for Core Employee Status. Once an employee becomes a Core Employee, Hensel Phelps will begin paying 100% of the cost for family medical insurance coverage.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.