Carpenter

Midlands Contracting, Inc.; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health Insurance

401k plan with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Midlands Contracting, Inc. is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join our construction team in Kearney, Nebraska. The role offers competitive pay starting at $25 per hour, with opportunities for full-time work without winter layoffs.

Applicants must possess over 3 years of carpentry experience, strong work ethic, and willingness to travel for project needs. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a 401k plan with company match.

Qualifications

• 3+ years previous experience as a carpenter completing various tasks.
• Ability to perform tasks such as setting forms, tie rebar, and pouring concrete.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Complete carpentry tasks related to construction projects.
• Calculate elevations and angles for building structures.
• Operate heavy equipment according to skill level.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Carpentry skills

Ability to travel

Job description

We are currently seeking a skilled Carpenter to join our growing construction company. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, willingness to travel, and dependability are a must.

Job Details

• $25 per hour and up depending on experience
• 50 or more hours per week (no weekend work)
• Some projects require being out of town Monday-Friday (home on weekends)
• Transportation provided from Kearney, NE when working out of town
• Paid travel time
• Hotel paid by company
• Nightly per diem for meals when working out of town
• Year-round employment (no winter layoffs)

Requirements

• 3+ years previous experience as a carpenter completing the tasks below
• Ability to perform a variety of carpentry tasks including setting forms, tie rebar, and pouring concrete
• Ability to calculate elevations, angles, and use other required math to build concrete structures
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds individually or as a team when carrying loads heavier than 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl throughout each day
• Complete other tasks associated with projects which may include pipe laying, running compaction equipment and shoveling dirt and pipe bedding
• Operate heavy equipment consistent with skill level and training
• Willingness to abide by all safety rules. Safety training will be provided on the job and via formal training
• Ability to pass a pre-employment (post-offer) drug screen
• Must be authorized to work in the US

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Health Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members
• Life Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members
• 401k plan including company match (immediate vesting of company match)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Cafeteria/Flexible Benefits Plan.
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance