Carpenter A

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is seeking a Carpenter responsible for designing and constructing various wood structures. Candidates should possess strong skills in reading blueprints, effective communication, and the ability to lift heavy materials. The role includes instructing helpers and inspecting work areas. The ideal candidate must be able to work in adverse weather conditions and adhere to safety protocols. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team in an essential construction role.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and sketches.
• Must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Must have effective communication skills with management.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and complete reports.
• Instruct laborers and other trade helpers.
• Build and set forms and operate various hand and power tools.
• Inspect areas and conduct repairs or maintenance.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Carpentry skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Overview

The Carpenter is responsible for designing, constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing structures and other items of wood, plywood, and wallboard with the use of pneumatic and electric power tools. Will fasten materials together with nails, screws, staples, and/or adhesives, and does a final check of their work to ensure accuracy. Must have knowledge of advanced layout, use of simon forms, layout of anchor bolts, material takeoff from drawings, and safety requirements for building work. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and also learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

• The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.
• Read and interpret blueprints/sketches, and complete reports
• Instruct laborers and other construction trade helpers
• Build and set forms, use level instrument, tie rebar, build scaffold, finish carpentry work, read tape/ruler, set screeds, install batter boards, and operate various hand and power tools
• Inspect areas and conduct repairs or maintenance
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

Physical

• Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
• Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
• Hand/eye coordination
• Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
• Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work
• May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing/pulling, or standing and lifting
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• May be required to work in confined spaces
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)

Mental

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision
• Reading and writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
• Ability to use math/complete calculations
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details