Carpenter

Spence Brothers; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional construction company is looking for a full-time Carpenter based in Traverse City, Michigan. The role requires expertise in both rough and finish carpentry, with a minimum of 2 years of experience and a current Journeyman Carpenter license. Responsibilities include installing structures, following blueprints, and ensuring high standards of safety. The position demands physical capabilities to work on various construction sites and a commitment to quality and dependability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a carpenter or similar role.
• Considerable knowledge of various building techniques and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in performing journeyman-level rough and finish carpentry duties.
• Follow blueprints and building plans to meet client needs.
• Install structures and fixtures, including windows and molding.
• Construct building frameworks, including walls and floors.

Skills

Rough and finish carpentry

Mathematical skills

Hand-to-eye coordination

Basic computer skills

Education

Journeyman Carpenter license/certificate

Job description

CARPENTER | TRAVERSE CITY

Spence Brothers, a General Contractor and Construction Manager, is looking to fill a full time Carpenter position to service our Northern Michigan market, based out of our Traverse City office.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in performing journeyman-level rough and finish carpentry duties.
• Following blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of client’s blueprints.
• Utilize a proactive approach to anticipate and resolve potential issues.
• Installing structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding.
• Measuring, cutting, or shaping wood, plastic, and other materials.
• Constructing building frameworks, including walls, floors, and door frames.
• Helping to erect, level, and install building framework with the aid of rigging hardware and cranes.
• Inspecting and replacing damaged framework or other structures and fixtures.
• Set up concrete pours.
• Concrete formwork for slabs, footings, walls, columns, etc.
• Install doors, frames and hardware.
• Install casework and countertops.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Journeyman Carpenter license/certificate (if required by the applicable state, city or county).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a carpenter or similar role.
• Considerable knowledge of: rough and finish carpentry; tools, equipment materials and safety practices of carpentry work; building techniques of new and remodel. construction; masonry, concrete, steel, pre-cast and wood construction.
• Display hand-to-eye coordination, mathematical skills, strength, stamina, and be detailed orientated.
• Display basic computer skills.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• All PPE (Personnel Protective Equipment) Must be worn at all times (safety vest, protective eyewear, hearing protection, gloves, sleeves as needed, hard hat, face shield, & approved footwear).
• Physical Requirements: Climbing, standing, sitting, walking, reaching, bending, balancing, squatting and kneeling for prolonged periods at a time. Ability to lift/push/pull up to and not limited to 100lbs.
• Ability to work at on-site locations. Construction sites may be indoors or outdoors. May sometimes involve heights, exposure to hot or cold weather, loud noises, dust and fumes.
• Capable of working in a variety of weather conditions.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Spence Brothers safety practices and procedures.

EEOC Statement

Spence Brothers is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Company

Spence Brothers has built trust and important facilities that have helped our communities thrive for over 130 years. Our legacy continues as a trusted leader in Construction Management, Design/Build, and General Contracting services throughout Michigan. We are proud to build facilities that impact all parts of our community, ranging from small projects for non-profit organizations to large corporate facilities. Big or small, Spence Brothers is recognized far and wide for our commitment to quality and dependability by clients, subcontractors, and designers.