Carpenter 2

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About the Role

The Carpenter 2 will perform complex carpentry tasks in one or more areas of concrete carpentry and reinforcement or finish carpentry on a variety of construction projects including new construction, renovations, and other project types. Carpenters utilize a variety of tools and specialized equipment. Role responsibilities vary by project type and build phase.

Autonomy and Decision-Making: Follows directions and refers all exceptions to supervisor.

Career Path: Carpenter 3

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Working knowledge of all concrete tools and carpentry hand tools.
• Basic understanding and use of principles of layout and construction math as necessary per project needs.
• Sets forms for concrete including but not limited to foundations, SOG, bulkheads.
• Placement of concrete with bucket, chute, pump, and placement procedures, agitation, etc.
• Basic acceptable finishing of concrete with floats and trowels (columns/walls/foundations).
• Cleans and maintains concrete and forming tools.
• Proficiency with the basic elements of framing or forming.
• Installation of in-wall and roof blocking/general carpentry.
• Installation of safety railings, floor openings, and general safety items.
• Erects temporary partitions and doors.
• Assists in the installation of doors, frames, and hardware.
• Responsible for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) compliance and following OSHA standards.
• Adheres to JE Dunn safety standards.
• Requires personal ownership of all necessary hand tools and pouches.
• Expected behavioral standards:
  • Shows up and is ready to work when scheduled.
  • Communicates absence or tardiness with supervisor as early as possible.
  • Shows respect for yourself and others.
  • Works safely.
  • Has a can-do attitude.

Additional Responsibilities for Carpenter 2

Concrete Carpentry Specialty

• Placement of rebar according to plans and specs.
• Performs layout activities as it relates to the specific task.
• Applies advanced understanding of formwork systems and installation (columns/walls).
• Installation of PT accessories, cables, chairs, reinforcing, blocking, etc.
• Performs advanced placement and finishing of concrete flatwork.
• Identifies and understands construction details as it relates to concrete carpentry.

Finish Carpentry Specialty

• Quality installation of casework and countertops.
• Quality installation of all types of running trim and wood paneling.
• Quality installation of doors, hardware, and accessories.
• Identifies, understands, and applies construction details as it relates to finish carpentry.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
• Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work.
• Knowledge of all carpentry hand tools, use, and ownership of all required hand tools and pouches.
• Knowledge of all concrete tools and how they work.
• Basic understanding of principles of layout and construction math.
• Knowledge of setting forms for concrete (Foundations/SOG/Bulkheads).
• Ability to complete assigned duties with minimal guidance.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, both internally and externally.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred).
• Apprentice and/or Vocational/Technical/Trade training (Preferred).
• In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

• 2+ years experience in specific trade (Required).
• 2+ years commercial construction experience (Preferred).

Working Environment

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold).
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• May require use of respirator.
• Must be comfortable working at projected heights, narrow workspaces, various depths (trenches).

Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Kneeling, Carrying, Swinging, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling, Balancing.

Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen.

Specific environmental and physical requirements may vary by project type/location.

Benefits

The benefits package aligned to this position is Skilled Trade Non Union. Click here for benefits details.