Carpenter | Secure Industrial Facility

We are seeking a Carpenter to work onsite supporting maintenance and construction operations at a secure industrial facility in Lynchburg, VA.

About the role

This position will construct, fabricate, install, and repair structures along with other miscellaneous carpentry tasks. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance, including federal drug & alcohol screening requirements, and must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship. Carpenters will work on Jamerson-Lewis projects in and around Lynchburg during the security clearance process.

Responsibilities

• Plans and performs standard to moderately complex rough and finish carpentry tasks necessary to construct, install, or repair structures along with other miscellaneous carpentry tasks, including:
  • Installation of wall framing, door frames, hardware, doors, casework, trim, and specialties
• Reads and understands specifications in building plans
• Selects and utilizes appropriate hand and power tools and materials required to complete jobs
• Follows and enforces all Jamerson-Lewis safety procedures and policies

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• 1-4 years of experience working as a carpenter on commercial or industrial projects
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship and must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to use a variety of construction and maintenance tools and equipment to complete job-site tasks
• Must be able to determine the appropriate tool or piece of equipment for each task
• Must be able to listen and follow instructions while working as a part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• 401(k) with a company contribution
• Paid Time-Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus Plan

Pay

$22–$28 hourly wage

Working Conditions

Construction setting, full time. Must have the ability to:

• Crawl, climb, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, crouch, stand for long periods of time
• Lift and hold more than 50 lbs
• Talk, hear, and occasionally sit
• Withstand confined spaces and/or extreme heights while negotiating tasks safely
• Work in hot, cold, humid, and wet conditions depending on location

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance, which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, and previous employment reference verifications.