Carpenter Helper

Responsibilities

• Clean work areas, machines, tools or equipment, to maintain a clean and safe job site.
• Select tools, equipment, or materials from storage and transport items to task or project site, return equipment to storage once finished.
• Aid in constructing, erecting, installing, or repairing structures such as door and wall frames; hardware, doors, casework and trim; specialty hardware such as handrails, laminates and door handles.
• Use power and hand tools as required by the Carpenter or Foreman such as saw, nail guns, sanders or other as necessary.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• At least 6 months of experience working as a Carpenter Helper on commercial or industrial construction projects
• Must have basic carpentry hand tools and ability to use such as tape, speed square, hammer, utility knife, chalk box and tool belt
• Reading, written and verbal communication skills in English, verbal communication in Spanish considered an asset but not required
• Valid Driver's License

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
• Environment: Work is performed primarily in an outdoor setting with exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions, and travel from site to site.
• Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting and field environment; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs without assistance and greater than 50lbs with assistance; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
• Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.