Carpenter

Opitz Bürotechnik; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking a Carpenter responsible for performing a range of carpentry tasks, including building and repairing structures using materials like wood and steel. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 1-4 years of experience, along with solid communication skills. The role demands physical stamina as work involves outdoor settings and requires the use of various power tools. Valid driver's license is necessary for travel to job sites.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years experience working as a general Carpenter on commercial or industrial projects.
• Experience with various manual and power tools such as tape, square, level, and nail puller.
• Strong reading, written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard to moderately complex carpentry tasks.
• Select and use appropriate tools and materials for construction.
• Study specifications in blueprints or building plans to determine materials needed.

Skills

Carpentry

Power tools

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape

Square

Nail gun

Job description

The Carpenter is responsible for performing standard to moderately complex tasks involving building, installing, and repairing structures, fixtures and other items using different types of materials including wood and steel. Travel to different job sites is required for this role.

Responsibilities:

• Work with materials such as steel, concrete, wood, plastic, fiberglass or drywall.
• Plans and performs standard to moderately complex carpentry tasks necessary to construct, erect, install, or repair structures such as door and wall frames; hardware, doors, casework and trim; specialty hardware such as handrails, laminates and door handles.
• Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to determine dimensions and materials required to complete a task.
• Select and use appropriate hand and power tools and materials required for completion of a job such as tape, saw, drill, level, chalk box, razor knife, nail puller, nail gun and square or other as necessary.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• 1-4 years experience working as a general Carpenter on commercial or industrial projects
• Experience with various manual and power tools such as but not limited to: tape, square, plumb bob, level, hammer, razor knife, chalk box, tool belt, nail puller, and construction calculator
• Strong reading, written and verbal communication skills in English, verbal communication in Spanish considered an asset but not required
• Valid Driver’s License

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

Environment: Work is performed primarily in an outdoor setting with exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions, and travel from site to site.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting and field environment; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs without assistance and greater than 50 lbs with assistance; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

EOE - Vets/Disabilities