Construction Worker - Carpenter
About the role
Morton Buildings, Inc. is the industry leader in post-frame construction. With over 120 years in business, the company operates more than 10 manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping plants that service over 100 construction centers nationwide. Each year thousands of new buildings feature the familiar Morton M.
Pay
Salary ranges from $21.00 to $23.00 per hour, based on experience, paid weekly. New crew members earn an additional $2,000 bonus in the first year and receive a $500 quarterly retention bonus each quarter during the first year (subject to applicable withholding taxes).
Schedule
Crew members are expected to work 9–10 hours during peak construction season. The position requires 30–50% travel, which may include overnight trips lasting up to two weeks at a time.
Responsibilities
- Learn, keep current with, and apply Morton Buildings' safety and construction procedures, methods, and standards
- Read, understand, and build according to construction plans
- Utilize various tools and equipment to safely and efficiently construct buildings
- Efficiently execute tasks such as digging and installing footings, framing walls and roof structures, installing windows, entry and other doors and door openings, installing various siding and roofing materials (including hi‑rib steel, shingles, wood and other siding materials and mortarless masonry units), and finishing with metal and wood trims
- Work with other crew personnel in a safe, organized, productive, and enjoyable work environment, treating everyone with dignity and respect
Qualifications
- Building construction (post‑frame), carpentry, or framing experience preferred (on the job or in school)
- Willingness to participate in and complete a training program
- A valid driver’s license is preferred
- Ability to take direction
- Produce quality work in an efficient manner
- Agree to comply with all safety processes and procedures
- Willingness to maintain and operate construction tools in a safe and proper manner
- Ability to operate specialized safety equipment efficiently and effectively
- Standard weight lifting requirement of 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds
- Capable of working in a physically demanding environment and at various heights (up to 40 feet)
Benefits
- $500 quarterly retention bonus for the first year of employment
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- Excellent medical/dental/prescription/vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Training bonus
- Safety incentives
- Paid holidays/vacation/personal time
- Bad weather pay
- 401(k) opportunity
- And much more