Construction Worker - Carpenter

About the role

Morton Buildings, Inc. is the industry leader in post-frame construction, with 120 years in business and over 10 manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping plants servicing more than 100 construction centers nationwide. Earn an additional $2,000 in your first year through quarterly bonuses.

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.
• Execute tasks such as digging and installing footings, framing walls and roof structures, installing windows, doors, siding, roofing materials (hi-rib steel, shingles, wood, mortarless masonry), and finishing with metal and wood trims.
• Work collaboratively in a safe, organized, and productive environment while treating everyone with dignity and respect.

Requirements

• Building construction (post-frame), carpentry, or framing experience preferred (on the job or in school).
• Willingness to participate in and complete a training program.
• Valid driver’s license preferred; Class A CDL is highly desired.
• Available to work 9-10 hours during peak construction season.
• Ability to take direction and produce quality work efficiently.
• Agree to comply with all safety processes and procedures.
• Willingness to maintain and operate construction tools safely.
• Ability to operate specialized safety equipment efficiently.
• Standard weight lifting: 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Capable of working in a physically demanding environment and at heights up to 40 feet.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• 15% travel required, including overnight stays up to two weeks at a time.

Pay

$21.00 to $23.00 per hour based on experience, with progressive pay increases over three years based on experience, training, and attendance.

Benefits

• $500 quarterly retention bonus for the first year of employment.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Training bonus.
• Safety incentives.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Bad weather pay.
• 401K opportunity.