Carpenter

Hoar Construction; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Carpenter responsible for performing carpentry tasks involving building, installing, and repairing structures using materials like wood and steel. Candidates should have 1-4 years of relevant experience, a high school diploma, and strong communication skills. The job requires travel to various job sites and the use of various hand and power tools. A valid Driver's License is necessary. The role demands physical ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience as a general Carpenter on commercial or industrial projects.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Verbal communication in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard to moderately complex carpentry tasks.
• Plan and execute the construction and repair of structures.
• Travel to different job sites as required.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Communication skills (English)

Use of hand and power tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools (saw, drill, level)

Job description

The Carpenter is responsible for performing standard to moderately complex tasks involving building, installing, and repairing structures, fixtures and other items using different types of materials including wood and steel. Travel to different job sites is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Work with materials such as steel, concrete, wood, plastic, fiberglass or drywall.
• Plans and performs standard to moderately complex carpentry tasks necessary to construct, erect, install, or repair structures such as door and wall frames; hardware, doors, casework and trim; specialty hardware such as handrails, laminates and door handles.
• Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to determine dimensions and materials required to complete a task.
• Select and use appropriate hand and power tools and materials required for completion of a job such as tape, saw, drill, level, chalk box, razor knife, nail puller, nail gun and square or other as necessary.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• 1-4 years experience working as a general Carpenter on commercial or industrial projects
• Experience with various manual and power tools such as but not limited to: tape, square, plumb bob, level, hammer, razor knife, chalk box, tool belt, nail puller, and construction calculator
• Strong reading, written and verbal communication skills in English, verbal communication in Spanish considered an asset but not required
• Valid Driver's License

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Environment: Work is performed primarily in an outdoor setting with exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions, and travel from site to site. Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting and field environment; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs without assistance and greater than 50lbs with assistance; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. EOE - Vets/Disabilities