Carpenter: Blueprinted Framing & Heights Work

Bechtel Corporation; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation is seeking a skilled carpenter for industrial construction in Texas. The role focuses on reading blueprints, laying out materials, planning installations, and aligning components with precision.

Expect to use hand and power tools, climb to heights with fall protection, and maintain a clean, safe work site. Typically requires several years of construction experience and a strong safety record.

Qualifications

• Reads and understands blueprints, drawings, and sketches.
• Selects proper size and type of building materials according to specifications.
• Plans the installation to avoid obstructions.
• Prepares the layout using rule, framing square, and chalk line.
• Marks cutting lines on materials using pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
• Shapes materials to prescribed measurements using saws.
• Assembles cut and shaped materials with nails or screws.
• Verifies trueness with plumb bob and carpenter's level.
• Erects shoring and installs plywood decking.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Must traverse uneven terrain with tools and materials.
• Must climb ladders and work at heights with fall protection.

Responsibilities

• Reads blueprints and translates drawings into on-site installations.
• Lays out and marks locations for cuts, joints, and attachments.
• Assembles components with nails or screws, ensuring proper fit.
• Operates hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Maintains housekeeping and safety on the job site.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Laying out materials

Hand tools

Power tools

Safety practices

Working at heights

Measurement reading

Tools

Framing square

Chalk line

Pencil

Marking gauge

Skill saws

Table saw

Band saw

Power drill

Job description

Bechtel Corporation is seeking a skilled carpenter for industrial construction in Texas. The role focuses on reading blueprints, laying out materials, planning installations, and aligning components with precision.

Expect to use hand and power tools, climb to heights with fall protection, and maintain a clean, safe work site. Typically requires several years of construction experience and a strong safety record.