Construction - Carpenter Subcontractors

CarpenterThe Carpenter must have a well-rounded knowledge in the wood construction of single and multiple level buildings. Must understand basic wood frame construction terminology and sequence of events with predecessors. Duties and ResponsibilitiesGeneral CompanyAlways follow all Colt safety policy and site-specific safety procedure!Work with Safety Team to improve safety for all employees on the job site.Perform tasks as assigned by Foreman, Assistant Site Supervisor, and/or Site Supervisor.Be knowledgeable in the policies, procedures, systems, and technical construction means and methods used by the Company.SafetyHave knowledge and comply with the Colt SSSP, standard safe practices, and Colt clean, and take corrective action when necessaryReport all incidents involving Colt Builders' employees, subcontractor employee and Colt contract workReport any unsafe conditions in your working area to your Foreman.Attend weekly safety meetings with Colt Builders' employees and subcontractor employees, and review safety issues encountered at the siteObtain required safety trainingProject OperationsFollow and execute directions given by Foreman and Site Supervisor to meet deadlines and commitments.Be on time for start of shift.Take care of company tools and equipment and return all company tools at end of use.Select the proper materials for the work at hand.Utilize all materials properly to prevent waste.Train new employees and apprentice carpentersActively work to increase job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.QualificationsHave Basic framing knowledgeHave Basic plan reading skills2 Years' experience of in Wood ConstructionAbility to follow directionsHave basic safety knowledge and ability to adapt to changing safety rulesDemonstrate initiative on siteHave the ability to learn and use new skills.Must be able to walk from the ground level to the top level of the project, sometimes this can be 5 flights of stairs or ladders.Must be able to safely work with sharp tools or power equipment.Working ConditionsFull time hourly position, requiring minimum of 40 hours/week – overtime and weekend work may be required. Environmental factors depend on job location but may include extremely cold, extremely hot, and humid conditions. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and sometimes at extreme heights.Founded in 2004, Colt Builders is a turnkey multi-family commercial wood-framing partner with national reach and local management. We are committed to setting the highest standards for safety, schedule discipline, quality control, work ethic, and leadership. Colt Builders offers the full spectrum of framing, estimating, pre-construction, construction, and safety. Proudly striving for excellence, we continue to build with our foundation on integrity.