Carpenter

Adolfson & Peterson Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 40,776 - 62,735; Full time

Job summary

Adolfson & Peterson Construction in Minnesota seeks an experienced Carpenter to build, install and repair structures and fixtures for building enclosures. You will handle rough and finish carpentry, interior/exterior blocking, basic concrete formwork, and door frames while maintaining AP’s safety culture.

The role requires reading plans, measuring precisely, and constructing frameworks with attention to quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent training.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and move materials up to 100 pounds.
• Read blueprints and construction documents with accuracy.
• Willingness to travel to project sites up to 70+ miles.

Responsibilities

• Take personal responsibility for working safely in an Incident and Injury Free culture.
• Read building plans and sketches for material type and dimensions.
• Determine layout and placement using levels, rules, and surveying tools.
• Accurately measure, cut, and shape wood and other materials.
• Construct building frameworks including walls, floors and doorframes.
• Inspect work to ensure it meets specifications and quality standards.
• Instruct and direct laborers and other workers as needed.
• Complete basic concrete formwork where applicable.
• Place and finish concrete and ensure high-quality workmanship.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship program or equivalent training

Tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Theodolite

Construction equipment

Job description

We build trust among our communities and our people by cultivating the right team for every job. We are committed to fostering a creative and collaborative culture with a focus on career growth and balance in the workplace. AP has diligently built a strong foundation of expertise, experience and exceptional results. We continually invest in our talented team by providing the latest tools, technologies and training necessary to stay ahead of the curve. We set our employees up for long-term success through mentorship opportunities and professional growth and advancement for every person in every role. We recognize the contributions of our team members with unique experiences and capabilities and strive to establish a work environment that maximizes our collective potential. Going beyond the build for our employees lays a strong foundation for success across AP. We commit to a balanced, value-centered work environment for meaningful projects, careers and talent.

Job Description:

Adolfson & Peterson Construction, one of the nation’s top contractors, is recruiting for an experienced Carpenter. This position will construct, fabricate, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures to meet temporary and permanent building enclosure needs. This can include rough and finish carpentry such as installing interior/exterior blocking and backing, basic concrete formwork, and setting door frames. Construction uses wood, plywood, wallboard, plastic and other general building materials. Depending on the region, this may also include placing and finishing concrete. Complexity and type of assigned work is dependent on skill level and years of experience. Because safety is paramount to AP and embedded into everything we do, all team members are responsible for working safely within our Incident and Injury Free culture.

Responsibilities:

• Take personal responsibility for working safely within an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture.
• Read building plans and sketches for information pertaining to the type of material required and dimensions of the structure or fixture to be fabricated or installed.
• Determine the layout and placement of building materials and components as required by the specifications and work schedules using levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and any other necessary surveying equipment.
• Accurately measure, cut, and shape wood, plastic, and other building materials.
• Construct building frameworks, including walls, floors, and doorframes.
• Clean and maintain the work area and all hand and power equipment.
• Inspect work-in-progress to ensure that it conforms to the specifications, construction schedules, and quality standards as outlined in AP’s quality management program.
• Instruct and direct laborers and other construction helpers.
• Where applicable, complete basic concrete formwork.
• Utilize forming systems or handmade form systems.
• Place and finish concrete.
• Assure that workmanship is of the highest quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent training.
• Ability to properly lift, carry, push, and move materials, supplies, tools, and ladders weighing up to 100 pounds on a routine basis throughout the day.
• Physical agility to climb ladders, kneel, crouch down, and reach on a repetitive basis throughout the day.
• Ability to travel to project sites up to 70+ miles away.
• Willingness to work in various (sometimes extreme) climate conditions.
• Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, hammers, builders’ level, theodolite, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to proactively resolve construction issues.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand basic blueprints, specifications, and construction documents.
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Demonstrated high attention to detail.
• Ability to be self-motivated, set own goals and tasks, and contribute to a positive team environment.

Estimated Pay:

$29.60 - $45.54

Adolfson & Peterson Construction’s (AP) ability to adapt and innovate has driven our success for more than 80 years. We are consistently ranked among the top construction managers and general contractors in the nation while maintaining one of the safest records in the industry. We bring positive and measurable change to the communities where we live, work and build. And we invest in new processes and technology to be operationally excellent and remain at the forefront of the ever-changing industry. We have been committed to quality, innovation, safety and strong relationships since our beginning in 1946. AP offers preconstruction, construction and contracting services to commercial, education, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, multifamily, municipal, data center, and senior living markets with offices across Arizona, Colorado, Minnesota, North Dakota, Texas, and Wyoming. We employ more than 850 team members who strive for excellence and embody loyalty, trust and genuine love for what they do. We go beyond the build for our communities and our people. Adolfson & Peterson Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP) is a values-driven construction management and contracting company that is consistently ranked among the top construction managers and general contractors in the nation. We bring positive and measurable change to the communities where we live, work and build. Our ability to adapt and innovate has driven our success for more than 80 years. AP is committed to quality, integrity, innovation, safety, operational excellence, and strong business relationships with our clients and our communities. We offer preconstruction, construction and contracting services in four regions across the country. We employ more than 850 team members who strive for excellence and embody loyalty, trust and genuine love for what they do. We go beyond the build to lay a strong foundation for your success at AP.