Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Overview

The Carpenter is responsible for designing, constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing structures and other items of wood, plywood, and wallboard with the use of pneumatic and electric power tools. The employee will fasten materials together with nails, screws, staples, and/or adhesives and perform a final check of their work to ensure accuracy. Must have knowledge of advanced layout, use of Simon forms, layout of anchor bolts, material takeoff from drawings, and safety requirements for building work.

Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and also safely and effectively use or operate work‑related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

• Read and interpret blueprints/sketches, and complete reports.
• Instruct laborers and other construction trade helpers.
• Build and set forms, use level instrument, tie rebar, build scaffold, finish carpentry work, read tape/ruler, set screeds, install batter boards, and operate various hand and power tools.
• Inspect areas and conduct repairs or maintenance.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

• Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., and may occasionally handle up to 100 lbs.
• Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms and legs.
• Hand/eye coordination required.
• Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work.
• Perform sedentary to heavy work.
• May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects frequently.
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing/pulling, or standing and lifting.
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• May be required to work in confined spaces.
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.).

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management and supervision.
• Reading and writing comprehension necessary for giving and receiving directions.
• Ability to use math/complete calculations.
• Work at various tempos and concentrate amid distractions.
• Decision‑making skills necessary.
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details.

Entry level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction