Carpenter

External Description

Job family: Trade Non-Union

Job title: Carpenter

Reports to: Foreman, Superintendent, and Trades Manager

Level: 2, 3, 4

Position Description:

Organize and complete carpentry-related tasks at construction projects.

* Complete rough carpentry work, site logistical work, fencing, deck and platform building, protection systems, construction waste areas, and jobsite cleanup.

* Shape or cut materials to specified measurements.

* Erect scaffolding and ladders, as needed.

* Install structures and fixtures including but not limited to windows, frames, floorings, trim, and hardware.

* Review jobsite needs with superintendents and foremen, and coordinates construction.

* Estimate, inventory, monitor, and request time, staff, materials, and equipment needed to complete work.

* Operate equipment such as forklifts, backhoe, skid steer, excavator, compactor, and construction hoist.

* Assist with the overall site safety and quality programs as required (including daily participation in Pre-Task Plans) and ensure Trade employees/subcontractors compliance with Turner standards and all applicable safety codes, regulations, and jobsite security.

* Inspect all tools and power tools before use to ensure they are in safe and working condition.

* Comply with written safety instructions from tool and equipment manufacturers.

* Maintain positive working relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers and other employees.

* Ability to travel and accommodate night and weekend work as needed.

* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

* Display a high level of teamwork, integrity, commitment, and leadership in daily operations.

* Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Trade Benefits
Turner Construction provides flexible benefits, including medical, dental and
vision coverage, financial benefits such as a 401(k) plan, wellness benefits,
identity theft, and life insurance. In
addition to our extensive benefit offerings, we provide paid vacation,
holidays, and employee referral bonuses.

• Qualifications:

  * Minimum of three (3) years of carpentry experience required.

  * Valid driver's license preferred.

  * Basic knowledge of construction surveying.

  * Able to understand and interpret project drawings.

  * Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction carpentry.

  * Knowledge of foundations and framing of buildings or other structures.

  * Basic arithmetic, basic geometry, and their applications to carpentry.

  * Knowledge of machines and tools, including uses, repair, and maintenance associated with carpentry and woodworking.

  * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

  * Ability to accommodate night and weekend work as needed.

  * Comprehend safety instructions and signage.

  * Clear communication skills, especially in emergency situations.

  Physical Demands :

  The physical demands described here 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 functions.

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  CONSTANTLY

  FREQUENTLY

  OCCASSIONALLY

  Standing

  Walking

  Combined Standing/Walking

  Sitting

  Lifting/Lowering/Carrying - Weights

  Under 25 lbs

  25-50 lbs

  Over 50 lbs

  Lifting/Lowering/Carrying - Ranges

  Reaching above shoulder height

  Reaching below shoulder height

  Bending/Twisting neck

  Bending at waist (forward & sideways)

  Balancing

  Pushing/Pulling

  Squatting

  Kneeling

  Climbing

  Crawling

  Repetitive Motion

  Hand / Wrist Flexion - Extension

  Noise / Dust / Chemical Exposures

  Confined Space Hazards

  Working on Heights

  ADDITIONAL DEMANDS

  Vision abilities required include

  Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus

  Hearing abilities required include

  Hearing abilities required with or without the use of an aide

  Work Environment:

  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electric shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.