Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

A Southland Holdings company is currently accepting resumes for highly motivated EXPERIENCED CARPENTERS to join our team in Lake Worth, FL! The Carpenter will build, erect, install, and repair forms, structures, and other fixtures made from wood and other materials as needed to assist with various types of construction projects.

Duties/Responsibilities:

* Measures, marks, and arranges materials to established layout based on blueprints or instructions from supervisors.

* Cuts and shapes structures, forms, or other fixtures from wood, plastic, fiberglass, or drywall.

* Uses various hand and power tools to securely build assigned projects.

* Joins materials with the most appropriate nail, screw, staple, or adhesive.

* Ensures the accuracy of work by checking completed projects with tools such as levels, surveying equipment, or framing squares; corrects problems as needed.

* Creates wooden forms for pouring concrete or for tunnels, bridges, or sewer construction projects.

* Erects and dismantles scaffolding.

* Adheres to local building and safety codes and guidelines.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

* Ability to understand directions and read blueprints.

* Ability to solve mathematical problems quickly and accurately.

* Ability to properly care for and use tools of the trade.

* Thorough understanding of carpentry principles and methods.

* Works well as part of a team.

* Requires the ability to comply with all safety policies and procedures; communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure projects are completed properly

* Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening

Education and Experience:

* Successful completion of vocational school or technical college or apprenticeship program; OR at least three years of experience via on-the-job training required.

* Experience in bridge work and civil work is required.

Physical Requirements:

* Prolonged periods standing, climbing, bending, and kneeling.

* Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

* Must be able to safely work with sharp tools or power equipment.

* Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and terrains.

* Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.

Benefits (Full-time):

* 401K & 401K Matching

* Dental Insurance

* Health Insurance

* Life Insurance

* Vision Insurance

* Paid Time Off (PTO)

* Referral Program

* Weekly payroll

For more than 100 years, hard-working, honest, innovative people have been building what has become SOUTHLAND HOLDINGS. We combine the strengths of five companies who share a dedication to building critical infrastructure projects which improve the environment and lives of those around us. Southland Holdings is an EEO employer - M/F/D/V