Commercial Construction Carpenter

About the role

Kelley Construction is a multi-faceted commercial and industrial general contractor licensed to perform work in many states across the United States. We offer a wealth of technical expertise in all areas of commercial construction including: restaurants, medical facilities, warehousing, fast food chains, large design-build expansions and general office renovation. We also have broad experience in industrial construction, from liquid storage and containment and petroleum related construction to pre-engineered metal buildings and concrete construction.

Position summary

To perform rough and finish carpentry in the alteration and construction of buildings and specialty wood items; perform related work.

Responsibilities

• Perform rough and finish carpentry work typical to commercial and industrial construction related to building additions and remodels, cabinets.
• Build and patch roofs.
• Install floor and wall coverings, ceiling material, paneling, plastic laminates, and hardware.
• Hang and finish drywall and finish walls with wood, structural metal, repair/replace railings, handrails, stair treads.
• Build platforms, partitions, ramps, and fences.
• Read plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Excavate, build, and strip forms, tie rebar, pour and finish concrete.
• Install insulation and weather stripping.
• Maintain and repair machinery, tools, and equipment used in the carpentry trade.
• Clean respective work areas.
• Serve as backup in the areas of paint, stain, and restore items as required.
• Train others in carpentry work.
• Assist other maintenance and crafts staff performing their duties.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1‑3 years of performing rough and finish carpentry.
• Ability to perform new and remodel concrete and wood construction.
• Ability to use and maintain the tools and equipment associated with carpentry work; ensuring safety practices are followed on job sites.
• Responsible for estimating time and materials needed for carpentry related job.
• Ability to visualize: sketching and designing wood projects.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Flexible and able to travel away from home for several days at a time.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry up to 90 lbs.
• Must be able to climb and work from heights.