Carpenter

Posillico Civil, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Posillico Civil, Inc. in Richmond, VA, is looking for a skilled construction carpenter to work on heavy civil infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and be capable of performing various carpentry tasks with minimal supervision.

This position includes competitive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as paid time off. Candidates should be physically capable of lifting heavy materials and willing to travel to job sites.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in heavy construction or related work.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.
• Must have own hand tools and ability to lift and carry heavy materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on tasks for heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Construct and erect concrete forms from wood and engineered systems.
• Provide rigging and crane signaling for construction materials.

Skills

Heavy construction experience

Blueprint and sketch interpretation

Collaboration and communication

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Overview

Posillico is Building for Generations.

Posillico is a multi-disciplined and diversified construction company. Along with our Civil /foundation group, Posillico’s business units include Wastewater Division, Environmental Division, Utilities Division, Drilling Division, Paving Division, Posillico Consulting LLC, Posillico Developmental LLC, and Posillico Materials, LLC. These companies give Posillico the unequalled, leveraged experience required to complete complex structural and geotechnical projects successfully.

Posillico empowers a "people first, think safety" culture throughout our organization. This "people first" culture has helped to promote and maintain an excellent record of accomplishment. Posillico has an exceptional safety program coupled with proactive employees throughout its management and union staff.

Our company mission is to complete all our projects safely, on time, on target and on budget while having a positive impact in the community.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

A construction carpenter performs a variety of hands‑on tasks for heavy civil infrastructure and transportation projects consisting of highway, road, bridge, civil and site work. A carpenter typically reports to a foreman and works within a crew consisting of other carpenters, laborers and other skilled trades on one or more projects within a geographical region, in an outdoor environment and in a variety of weather conditions.

PRIMARY DUTIES & EXPERIENCE:

• Layout, build and erect concrete forms consisting of wood and engineered wood systems.
• Interpret blueprints, shop drawings, sketches, and plans to determine quantities, sizes, and types of material needed.
• Construct temporary access platforms, stairs, ladders and walkways to and from work areas using lumber and other engineered wood systems.
• Provide rigging and crane signaling for concrete construction materials.
• Climb scaffolding, ladders, and formwork to conduct duties.
• Lift, carry and stack construction materials, tools and supplies.
• Provide dunnage, cleats, and tie‑downs for equipment and construction materials.
• Effectively use saws, drills, hammers, and other small tools and power equipment to perform carpentry work.
• Ensure safe outcomes for each project or task in accordance with the SSHASP.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in heavy construction (civil infrastructure, roads, bridges, cast-in-place concrete, and underground utility systems) or related work.
• Able to follow pre‑construction instructions and execute tasks on‑site with minimal supervision.
• Understands when a task requires assistance and knows how to collaborate with others.
• Capable of working independently while maintaining communication with foreman for real‑time decision‑making.
• Possesses strong planning and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrates physical dexterity and endurance to complete demanding tasks safely and efficiently using assigned personal protective equipment.
• Works comfortably at heights with proper safety equipment.
• Lift and carry materials weighing 50 to 75 lbs.
• Performs all assigned tasks with professionalism and high standards.
• Ability to travel to and from job sites independently.
• Must have own hand tools.
• Able to obtain TWIC, DBIDs, or other similar credentials requiring a background check for access to restricted or government sites.

Reports to: Project Manager or Senior Project Engineer

Business Unit: Mid-Atlantic Region

Location: Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Travel Requirements: Works within an operating region that may require one‑way travel distances of up to 100 miles. Occasional overnight travel to other regional offices may be required.

Comprehensive benefits offered to eligible employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; FSA; short‑ and long‑term disability; identity theft protection; 401(k); employee assistance program; and paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Posillico Civil, Inc. is committed to maintaining a working environment that promotes teamwork and that is free of any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Accordingly, all of its employment‑related activities will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran and military status, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, domestic violence victim status, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics or other legally protected personal characteristic.