Carpenter
Southwest Shipyard, LP · Houston, TX · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
About the Role
This position is responsible for performing carpentry work required in the construction and maintenance of shipyard facility and office buildings and equipment.
Responsibilities
- Sets up and operates woodworking tools to cut, form, and finish jobs.
- Erects or dismantles structures, repairs or refinishes walls and structures.
- Installs wood or metal parts.
- Lubricates and maintains carpenter shop equipment.
- Performs touch-up or incidental repair of structures as time allows.
- Manages time and tasks effectively and efficiently.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
- 1-2 years of experience in carpentry.
- Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
Physical / Mental Requirements
- Ability to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFDs), or other protective equipment as required.
- Capable of walking, stepping, climbing, or moving across job sites of varying heights and access parameters.
- Ability to stand, stoop, bend, crouch, kneel, squat, climb, crawl, or sit for long periods.
- Repetitive movements involving feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands, and back.
- Climbing stairs and/or vertical ladders of varying heights.
- Working in confined areas and/or elevated heights.
- Lifting objects of at least 10 lbs, with a maximum single-person lift limit of 50 lbs, including frequent lifting and carrying.
- Adapting to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure to dusty, wet, or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration.
- Visually inspecting equipment and verifying information, often in small print.
- Driving and/or operating heavy machinery safely while remaining alert and aware of surroundings.
- Applying sideways, upward, or downward pressure to tighten and loosen hardware.
- Regular attendance and punctuality are required.
The Company expects all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace.
Schedule
Day Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Overtime and/or weekend availability may be required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life).
- 401(k)/Retirement Savings.
- Paid-time off/Holidays.
- Career path opportunities.
- Friendly work environment.