Carpenter 2

JE Dunn; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Skilled Trade Non Union

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction is seeking a Carpenter 2 for diverse carpentry tasks on multiple project types, including concrete formwork, reinforcement, and finish carpentry. You will work with various tools, manage form setups, and ensure safety standards are followed.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of commercial construction experience, ability to lift 50 pounds, and flexibility for non-traditional hours. Join a team committed to quality and safety across projects.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
• Proficient in using carpentry hand tools and concrete tools.
• Understanding of layout and construction math principles as needed per project.

Responsibilities

• Set forms for concrete foundations, SOG, bulkheads.
• Place concrete using bucket, chute, pump; manage placement procedures.
• Finish concrete with floats and trowels for columns, walls, foundations.
• Maintain and clean tools; adhere to safety standards and PPE requirements.
• Perform concrete carpentry and finish carpentry tasks as required by project.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Carpentry tools

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Apprentice/Trade training

Equivalent experience

Tools

Concrete tools

Forming equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Role Summary

The Carpenter 2 will be responsible for performing complex carpentry tasks in one or more areas of concrete carpentry and reinforcement or finish carpentry on a variety of construction projects including new construction, renovations, and other project types. Carpenters utilize a variety of tools and specialized equipment. Duties may include concrete carpentry and reinforcement, and finish carpentry. Role responsibilities are not all encompassing as specific work tasks, project types, and build phases drastically vary. This is a broad representation of the type of tasks and requirements required of Carpenters at JE Dunn. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

• Autonomy and Decision-Making: Follows directions and refers all exceptions to supervisor.

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

CARPENTER FAMILY - CORE

• Working knowledge of all concrete tools and carpentry hand tools.
• Basic understanding and use of principles of layout and construction math as necessary per project needs.
• Sets forms for concrete including but not limited to foundations, SOG, bulkheads.
• Placement of concrete with bucket, chute, pump and placement procedures, agitation etc.
• Basic acceptable finishing of concrete with floats and trowels (columns/walls/foundations).
• Cleans and maintains concrete and forming tools.
• Proficiency with the basic elements of framing or forming.
• Installation of in-wall and roof blocking/general carpentry.
• Installation of safety railings, floor openings and general safety items.
• Erects temporary partitions and doors.
• Assists in the installation of doors, frames & hardware.
• Responsible for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) compliance and following OSHA standards.
• Adheres to JE Dunn safety standards.
• Role requires personal ownership of all necessary hand tools and pouches.
• Expected behavioral standards:
• Shows up and is ready to work when scheduled
• Communicates absence or tardiness with supervisor as early as possible
• Shows respect for yourself and others
• Works safely

Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

CARPENTER 2

In addition, this position will be responsible for the following:

Concrete Carpentry Specialty:

• Placement of rebar according to plans and specs
• Performs layout activities as it relates to the specific task
• Applies advanced understanding of formwork systems and installation (columns / walls)
• Installation of PT accessories, cables, chairs, reinforcing, blocking, etc.
• Performs advanced placement and finishing of concrete flatwork
• Identifies and understands construction details as it relates to concrete carpentry

Finish Carpentry Specialty:

• Quality installation of casework and countertops
• Quality installation all types of running trim and wood paneling
• Quality installation of doors, hardware and accessories
• Identifies, understands, and applies construction details as it relates to finish carpentry

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• Effective Communication skills, verbal and written
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work
• Knowledge of all carpentry hand tools, use and own all required hand tools and pouches
• Knowledge of all concrete tools and how they work
• Basic understanding of principles of layout and construction math
• Knowledge of setting forms for concrete (Foundations / SOG / Bulkheads)
• Ability to complete assigned duties with minimal guidance
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, both internally and externally

Education

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
• Apprentice and/or Vocational/Technical/Trade training (Preferred)
• In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

• 2+ years experience in specific trade (Required)
• 2+ years commercial construction experience (Preferred)
• Must be able to lift at least to 50 pounds
• May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs
• Must have reliable transportation
• May require use of respirator
• Must be comfortable working at projected heights, narrow workspaces, various depths (trenches)
• Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Kneeling, Carrying, Swinging, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling, Balancing
• Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
• Specific environmental and physical requirements may vary by project type/location

Benefits Information

The benefits package aligned to this position is Skilled Trade Non Union. Please click the link below for more details.

JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

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