Carpenter

Taurus Industrial Group, LLC; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Taurus Industrial Group, LLC is seeking a skilled Carpenter to design, build, install, and repair structures using wood, plywood, and wallboard with hand and power tools. You will read blueprints, measure carefully, and assemble components to exact specifications.

This on-site role requires physical stamina, the ability to work with a team, and adherence to safety protocols. Experience with framing, drywall, and finishing carpentry is valuable for success in this position.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or G.E.D.
• 1-3 years of experience.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Must be able to read and interpret prints, drawings and plans.
• Must have experience using industrial hand tools and power tools.
• TWIC required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints/sketches, and complete reports.
• Instruct laborers and other construction trade helpers.
• Build and set forms, use level instrument, tie rebar, build scaffold, finish carpentry work, read tape/ruler, set screeds, install batter boards, and operate various hand and power tools.
• Inspect areas and conduct repairs or maintenance.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Team player

English communication

Reading blueprints

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

TWIC

Tools

Woodworking tools

Electrical saws

Routers

Drills

Job description

The Carpenter is responsible for designing, constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing structures and other items of wood, plywood, and wallboard with the use of pneumatic and electric power tools. Will fasten materials together with nails, screws, staples, and/or adhesives, and does a final check of their work to ensure accuracy.

Qualification Requirements

• High School Graduate or G.E.D.
• 1-3 years of experience.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Must be able to read and interpret prints, drawings and plans.
• Must have experience using industrial hand tools and power tools.
• TWIC required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Will use hand & power tools to layout, measure, mart, cut and arrange material.
• Performs rough to finished carpentry work on buildings, office partitions, benches, scaffolding, framework, platforms, and trim.
• Operates woodworking tools such as electrical saws, routers, drills, planers, lathes, jointers, molders, borers and sanders.
• Makes shop computations relating to dimensions of work and selects necessary materials.
• Dry walls install and repair.
• Organization and time management.
• Must have good problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work with others – team player including good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors.

Essential Functions

• Read and interpret blueprints/sketches, and complete reports.
• Instruct laborers and other construction trade helpers.
• Build and set forms, use level instrument, tie rebar, build scaffold, finish carpentry work, read tape/ruler, set screeds, install batter boards, and operate various hand and power tools.
• Inspect areas and conduct repairs or maintenance.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Physical Demands

• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting.
• May be required to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently and ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.