Journeyman Carpenter

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION: Journeyman Carpenter / Deck and Patio Cover Builder

Zion Builders, Inc. is an outdoor living structure building company. We are a family‐owned business seeking career‐minded carpenters who want to grow with our team with steady, reliable work throughout the Reno/Sparks area and Tahoe Basin.

Schedule : Full Time, year around.

Location : North-west Nevada

Wages : $25 to $30 per hour depending on experience, valid transportation certified by DMV, complete tool inventory, see Minimum Required Tools list below)

Benefits: Paid time off, holiday pay, retirement plan, group health plans available to meet your specific needs after a certain amount of time employed at Zion Builders, Inc.

To Apply : Submit ALL OF THE FOLLOWING

• Resume with professional references (Required to apply)
• Digital copy of your OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 (Required to apply)
• Two to three photos of recent work (Required to apply)

Applicant Requirements

• Minimum 5 years trade‐related carpentry experience
• Maintain reliable and legal transportation (vehicle registered and insured) and a valid Nevada driver’s license eligible for company vehicle use
• Must present two forms of identification (Accepted: passport, valid driver’s license, original or certified copy of birth certificate, social security card)
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification (Do not apply without one)
• Ability to pass a written carpentry test involving fractions to 1/16 inch
• Consistent punctuality and reliable attendance
• Adherence to company policies and procedures
• Willingness to travel to job sites throughout Reno/Sparks, Washoe County, and the Tahoe Basin

Required Tools (minimum)

• Impact drill
• Sawzall
• Circular saw
• Framing Nailer
• Magnetic screw‐gun tip and drill bits
• Grinder
• 4‐foot level
• Tool bags and standard hand tools (catspaw, flat bar, hammer, screw drivers etc.)
• Laser level
• 100‐foot extension cord
• Planer
• 35‐foot tape measure
• Mobile phone
• Hard hat
• Lug sole boots (steel toe oppositional)

Job Responsibilities / Duties

1. Customer Service

Goal: Deliver a positive customer experience that supports referrals and future work.

• Maintain a clean job site; store materials properly and remove waste promptly in their proper receptacles
• Minimize impact on customer property, including walkways, entryways, and landscaping
• Maintain a smoke‐free and vape‐free job site by using designated areas away from the work zone
• Communicate customer needs clearly and professionally with the contractor

2. Carpentry

Rough framing; installation of composite and wood decking and handrail; aluminum patio covers; footings; concrete; tie‐steel; drywall; paint; roofing; gutters; siding; exterior trim; pavers.

Goal: Construct high‐quality projects with attention to detail and craftsmanship.

• Maintain all necessary tools in proper working condition
• Inspect materials for defects and verify alignment
• Paint deck substructures to reduce visibility and preserve wood

3. Field Safety

Goal: Ensure safety for employees, customers, and bystanders to prevent injuries and property damage.

• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work environments
• Evaluate practices and facilities for risk and compliance with the Zion Builders Safety Plan
• Recommend improvements or new prevention measures
• Inspect products, tools and equipment for safe and proper functioning.

Skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Advanced carpentry skills
• Strong time‐management abilities
• Ability to read building specifications and blueprints
• Accurate time and mileage tracking using digital apps
• Ability to track job costs and keep all receipts purchased with company card & submit in person to office weekly for processing
• Literacy in English or Spanish (If Spanish must at least be able to communicate effectively with all co-workers and customers if needed)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours per day with appropriate breaks
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Ability to work safely at heights using ladders, scaffolding and fall‐protection equipment
• Ability to work in all weather conditions

Personal Attributes

Candidates must demonstrate:

• Respect, honesty and trustworthiness
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Strong work ethic
• Professional appearance and demeanor. Dress code is casual work attire with work pants, work gloves and work boots featuring lug soles. No obscene or offensive depictions/images/writing or logos on clothing or on body.

Additional Requirements

Employment is contingent having met all the above requirements, and upon passing a carpenter’s math test, an in-person interview, a background check and verification of eligibility to work in the United States.

Zion Builders, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected statuses.