Carpenter

About the role

The Korte Company is seeking an experienced Carpenter to join our team. The Carpenter is responsible for performing skilled carpentry work on commercial and government construction projects while also assisting with general construction labor and performing other duties as assigned to support project operations.

Responsibilities

• Completion of necessary carpentry projects
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and project plans
• Construct, install, and repair wood, metal, and composite building components
• Build and install wall framing, floor systems, roof structures, doors, windows, cabinets, trim, and other finish carpentry elements
• Measure, cut, shape, and assemble materials using hand and power tools
• Install temporary structures including scaffolding, bracing, and concrete forms
• Perform layout work to ensure proper placement and alignment of structural components
• Absorb concrete formwork, placement, and stripping as needed
• Install blocking, backing, insulation, and miscellaneous specialty items
• Assist with general construction labor and perform other duties as assigned to support project operations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies at all times
• Travel to project sites as required

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of concrete, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and general repair skills
• Experience with commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, or government construction projects is preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and carpentry equipment
• Basic mathematical and measurement skills
• Able to work independently
• Able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately
• Prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
• Valid driver’s license required

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of a carpentry apprenticeship or equivalent field experience
• 3+ years of commercial construction carpentry experience preferred

Physical Demands

• Operation of standard power tools used in construction
• Regular use of hands to finger, handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Talk or hear with others on jobsite and via phone/computer communications
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

About The Korte Company

The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism, quality and value added services are fundamental to a successful company. More than sixty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide. Korte pursues large construction projects from offices in St. Louis, MO, Highland, IL, and Las Vegas, NV. This position is eligible for our competitive pay and benefits package including annual discretionary bonus subject to company and individual performance. Additional comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA/HRA, life, disability, 401(k), parental leave, phone allowance, vacation, sick time and company paid holidays. Role and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, training, certifications, location, etc.