Carpenter

Blackwood of DC - Urgent Carpenter Opportunity! Are you looking for a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can grow your skills in the construction industry? Do you want to learn from highly skilled professionals while contributing to exciting projects? If so, Blackwood of DC is the place for you! As a Carpenter at Blackwood of DC, you will be part of a team that prides itself on delivering “Rock Solid Performance” in commercial concrete contracting. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and develop your skills in a rewarding and fun environment. Enjoy benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, along with a 401k plan! Main Responsibilities: The ability to perform duties of carpentry without supervision. The ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions. Reads blueprints and shop drawings Places wall footings, grade beams, and footing steps. Builds and installs wall and column forms and elevated decks. Builds and installs structural deck forms. Understands various types of wall form systems and wall ties. Strips vertical formwork. Prepare and sets tilt‑up/precast forms. Works with building layout. Assemble scaffold systems and other form systems associated within work. Field cut and assemble lumber and materials as needed for footings, walls, columns, bulkheads, slab edge, curb and gutter, etc. Utilize laser and other tools to ensure layout and elevations are accurate. Have a working knowledge of power tools and ability to use and maintain them safely. Key Qualifications: Minimum of five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Possess Valid ID Ability to write routine correspondence, and communicate with co‑workers Ability to comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals. Ability to read and use a tape measure and apply associated math skills. Must have the ability to exert heavy physical effort, handling average weight objects up to 60 pounds. Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, balance, climb or crawl. Ability to tolerate heights without fear. Work involves exposure to outside weather conditions and dirt, dust, fumes, and/or loud noises. Able to work a flexible schedule, sometime early, late, and weekend as needed. Supply their own personal hand tools (required list provided at interview). OSHA 10 trained Documented training in PPE, fall prevention/protection, scaffolding, excavation, small power tools ladders. Rigger/Signal Person cert card preferred CPR/First Aid Certification preferred Why Join Us? Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity for professional growth and development Supportive and enthusiastic work culture Hands‑on experience with various construction projects Blackwood of DC is a commercial concrete contractor serving clients in DC, MD and VA since 2003. The company’s services include CIP Concrete, Structural Upgrades, Building Renovations, Site Concrete and Hardscapes. Blackwood of DC is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) headquartered in the District of Columbia. Locally owned and operated, Blackwood offers its clients “big company” production with all the customer service and attention of a small company. We pride ourselves on delivering “Rock Solid Performance” on every project. #J-18808-Ljbffr