Intern - Assistant Superintendent - Baton Rouge, LA

Job Overview

We are actively constructing new homes in over 100 communities throughout Louisiana, Texas, Southern Mississippi, Alabama, and Northwest Florida. We are seeking candidates attending school pursuing a degree and interested in a career in residential construction. Being a team player, having a good work ethic and attitude are important to succeed in this role. Experience in customer service and strong communication skills also play a critical part since this role requires face‑to‑face interaction with homeowners and our trade partners.

Responsibilities will involve every part of the production process for multiple residential construction projects at one time. Working as a team and communicating effectively with our trade partners and the neighborhood superintendent to deliver completed homes with a high standard of quality is essential for this role.

• Develop literacy in building code, construction and technical language, construction materials, construction schedules, construction methodologies and standards.
• Assist the superintendent in performing their day‑to‑day operations of building homes in high volume neighborhoods.
• Work on punch lists.
• Communicate effectively with trades and suppliers.
• Maintain cleanliness of jobsites.
• Coordinate with trades and homeowners for any post‑closing punch list items.
• Assist with warranty service, when needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment.

• Positive team player attitude and willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of residential construction and experience in the industry is preferred.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and valid motor vehicle liability insurance are required. Position requires the employee to travel to different locations within an assigned area.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred, or currently in school pursuing a degree.
• Physical stamina is required because this position requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, some climbing or balancing and carrying.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more.
• Position is often exposed to various weather conditions (especially heat), loud noise, and vibrations.

Location:

Baton Rouge, LA

Job

# of Openings: 1

This position is part time and does not include benefits. Typical hours range from 16‑24 per week. DSLD Homes will modify your work schedule, as needed, so there is not a conflict with your school schedule.