Carpenter

brownandrootexternal; Alabama; On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance and AD&D

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services is seeking an experienced carpenter for construction projects in the United States. The role emphasizes reading blueprints, measuring materials, and assembling wood and metal formwork for concrete and structures.

The position requires 2+ years of field experience, ability to interpret instructions, and the use of common carpentry tools. Schedule is Mon-Thu with potential overtime; pay ranges reflect DOE and field conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with prior field experience.
• Understands concepts, practices and procedures in the carpentry field.
• Able to follow instructions and work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Builds wooded structures, such as stairs, forms, scaffolds and supports per blueprints or instructions.
• Examines blueprints or plans to determine materials and dimensions.
• Loads, hauls and prepares materials for work site.
• Prepares layout and marks cutting lines on materials.
• Measures and shapes materials to required sizes using hand tools.
• Verifies accuracy of structure with levels and measuring tools.
• Follows safety practices and uses common carpentry tools as listed.
• Erects scaffolding and installs ladders, rails, platforms and gangways.
• Installs pre-fabricated window frames, doors and trim as required.
• Dismantles forms and assists in setting anchor bolts.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Interpret instructions

Measurement & math

Safety awareness

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hammer

Level

Square

Screwdriver

Wrench

Saw

Drill

Pry bar

Job description

SUMMARY

Carpenters - Preferred minimum of 2 + years documented field experience in chosen craft discipline. Must have the ability to read and interpret instructions and documentation. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.

Constructs, fabricates, installs and dismantles form work of fixtures of metal, wood and other accessories.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Builds wooded structures, such as stairs, concrete forms, scaffolds, tunnel and sewer supports, and temporary frame shelters, according to blueprints, or oral instructions, and lays out and installs partitions and cabinet work.
• Examines blueprints, sketches or building plans for to determine material required and dimensions of structure or fixture to be fabricated.
• Selects, loads, and hauls job material to work site.
• Prepares layout of form or fixture to be fabricated using lines or grades.
• Measures boards, timbers, or plywood using square, measuring tape and ruler and marks cutting lines on materials using pencil and scriber. Shapes materials to required sizes using saws, chisels, and planes.
• Verifies accuracy of structure with transit, plumb bob, square and level.
• Uses carpentry hand tools such as hammers, levels, squares, screw drivers, adjustable, wrenches, hand and power saws, drill motors and pry bars.
• Nails cleats (braces) across boards to construct concrete-supporting forms.
• Braces forms in place with timbers, tie rods, and anchor bolts for use in building concrete piers, footings, and walls.
• Erects frame work for structures and lays sub-flooring.
• Cuts and assembles timbers to build trestles and cofferdams.
• Erects scaffolding for buildings and other structures and installs ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms, and gangways.
• Constructs forms, chutes, and aligns form panels for pouring concrete and grout.
• Fits and installs pre-fabricated window frames, doors, weather stripping interior and exterior trim and finished hardware.
• Fits and nails sheathing on outer walls and roofs of buildings. Sets and braces anchor bolts.
• Must have experience running Track Hoes, Back Hoes, Skid Steers, Sweepers (medium sized equipment)

Work Schedule: Mon - Thur 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (some overtime will be required)

Pay Range: $23.03 - $27.43 (DOE)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
• Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
• Plan work and select proper tools.
• Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
• Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
• Work at heights without fear.

QUALIFICATIONS

May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Strength:
a. Standing 60% Walking 20% Sitting 20%
b. Lifting 50 lb.
Carrying 50 lb.
Pushing 70 ft-lb.
Pulling 70 ft-lb.

2. Climbing F
Balancing F

3. Stooping O
Kneeling O
Crouching O
Crawling O
Reaching C
Handling C
Fingering F

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

NP Not Present
O Occasionally (0-33%)F Frequently (34-66%)C Constantly (67-100%)

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

BENEFITS:

• Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.