Carpenter

Boyd Jones Construction; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid Holidays

401K matching

Profit Sharing Program

Group Term Life Insurance

Job summary

Boyd Jones Construction in Sioux City, IA is seeking an experienced carpenter to build forms, frame walls, install doors and hardware, and apply finishes on commercial projects.

This role requires 1–2 years of rough or finish carpentry experience, the ability to lift heavy loads, and the stamina to work on outdoor job sites with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of rough or finish carpenter experience required.

Responsibilities

• Follows established safety rules and keeps a safe, clean job site.
• Reads blueprints, sketches or building plans for layout and material quantities.
• Measures and marks cutting lines using ruler, pencil and gauge.
• Shapes or cuts materials with hand tools, machines or power saws.
• Installs structures or fixtures (windows, frames, flooring, trim, hardware).
• Applies decorative or textured finishes or coverings.
• Builds scaffolding, platforms and railings, and temporary walls.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Plan reading

Math for layout

Safety awareness

Stamina

Tools

Hand tools

Power saws

Measuring tools

Job description

Boyd Jones is proud to help shape communities, businesses, lives, and landscapes in positive ways through construction services in eight primary market sectors: commercial, community, education, government, healthcare, housing, industrial, and mission‑critical.

Job Summary This position is responsible for building forms for small walls/structures, framing walls, installing doors, hardware, accessories and specialty items/fixtures.

Core Responsibilities:

• Follows established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean environment.
• Studies specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
• Measures and marks cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
• Shapes or cuts materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
• Installs structures or fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, trim, or hardware, using carpenters' hand or power tools.
• Applies decorative or textured finishes or coverings.
• Prepare hazardous waste for processing or disposal.
• Builds scaffolding, platforms and railings, as well as temporary walls
• Performs other duties as required and assigned

Core Competencies:

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of construction/building design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Ability to perform basic plan reading and use of mathematics for basic layout and measuring.
• Ability to identify problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and verbal instructions in English.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Skills in manual dexterity, including to quickly move hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Skills in inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials
• Ability to use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Skills in developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work
• Ability to lift 35-40 pounds consistently and 70 pounds occasionally with assistance; proper lifting techniques required.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time. Approximately 95-100% of time on the job is spent standing up.
• Ability to travel to job site as required

Experience:

• Minimum of 1-2 years of rough or finish carpenter experience required

• Competitive wages
• Paid Holidays
• 401K matching
• Profit Sharing Program
• Group Term Life Insurance