Carpenter

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Position Description

SUMMARY

As a Carpenter, this position is responsible for providing carpentry skills for Russell Marine, LLC's marine or railroad projects. The Carpenter will perform a variety of tasks related to pouring concrete in the construction or repair of marine terminals, dock facilities, and/or railroad bridges.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing concrete forms.
• Use hand or power tools to shape, cut, sharpen, smooth, and finish surfaces.
• Reading dimensions from plans and drawings to determine the size and shape of required materials.
• Tie reinforcing steel and assist in concrete placement as required, including the construction of decks, bulkheads/seawalls, and other structures.
• Work with and assist crew in excavation activities which may include: hoisting material, tools and equipment, cleaning and preparing the work site, digging trenches, setting braces and/or forms, shoveling concrete and/or dirt into construction areas, clean-up of rubble and debris, and removal of waste materials.
• Maintain a clean job site: picks up all tools and equipment and secure the job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Must possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) or be willing/eligible to obtain one upon hire.
• Experience: 6 months to 1 year of general carpentry experience.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA): Thorough knowledge of carpentry materials and safe work practices of the carpentry craft, and specializing in concrete. Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills in English to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification(s): Completion of an apprenticeship or on-the-job training program.
• Experience: 5+ years ofconcrete-specific carpentry and/or carpentry finisher experience.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA): General knowledge in the marine or railroad construction industry. Bilingual (English and Spanish).

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
• The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes a hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal floatation devices (PFD), and/or other protective equipment as required.
• The individual frequently works near moving mechanical parts and must be able to adapt to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure to dusty, wet, or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration.
• The individual may be required to work long hours and/or weekends. Additionally, some out-of-town or overnight travel may be required.
• The individual may be required to walk, step, climb, or otherwise move from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters.
• The individual may occasionally be required to stand, stoop, bend, crouch, kneel, climb, or sit for long periods.
  • The individual may be required to perform repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands, and back in the performance of work.
• The individual may be required to work in confined spaces, climb vertical ladders of a height of 6 ft. or greater, and/or elevated heights.
• The individual may be required to lift objects with a minimum of 10 lbs. and a maximum single-person lift of 50 lbs. This could result in frequent lifting or carrying depending on project needs.

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.

The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training and, actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees. Employment at Russell Marine, LLC is on an "at-will" basis. There is no contract of employment between Russell Marine, LLC and any one or all of its employees unless explicitly stated elsewhere. Employment security cannot be guaranteed for or by any employee. No Manager, Supervisor, or employee of the Company has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will. Only the Owner or President has the authority to modify the at-will relationship, and then only in writing specifically addressed to the employee on this issue and signed by that Russell Marine, LLC Executive.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Russell Marine, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with Russell Marine, LLC, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io.