Carpenter - Day shift

Gunderson Marine & Iron; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Gunderson Marine & Iron is seeking skilled carpenters to construct, install and remove ring pole scaffolding, wooden plank & bracket scaffolding, and walkways. Work under Gunderson supervision with a focus on safety and precision.

This role emphasizes teamwork and hands-on carpentry across marine projects. The position requires proven carpentry experience, scaffolding familiarity, and completion of fall protection training.

Qualifications

• Proven carpentry experience.
• Scaffolding experience is a plus.
• Must complete fall protection and confined space training.
• Knowledge of safety practices and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare scaffolding packages for different assemblies.
• Work as a team to accomplish carpentry tasks.
• Fabricate wooden ladders, boxes, stairs, and assemblies.
• Build and disassemble wood structures using hand and power tools.
• Erect framework for scaffolding, cradles, gangways, and staging.
• Follow Gunderson safety policies and regulations.

Skills

Carpentry experience

Scaffolding experience

Fall protection training

Equipment handling

Team communication

Safety awareness

Job description

Summary

Construct, install and remove ring pole scaffolding, wooden plank & bracket scaffolding, and walkways. Perform all Marine Carpentry duties under the direction of Gunderson Marine supervisory personnel.

Duties And Responsibilities

The following duties are typical for this role. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Prepare scaffolding packages needed for different assemblies
• Work as a team to accomplish various carpentry tasks
• Fabricate wooden ladders, boxes, stairs, and various wooden assemblies
• Build and disassemble structures and fixtures of wood and plywood using carpenters hand tools and power tools
• Select specified type of lumber or other materials accordingly
• Erects framework for structures including scaffolding, cradles, gangways, and staging accordingly
• Must complete fall protection and confined space training
• Follow and adhere strictly to Gunderson’s safety policies and regulations

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to use the following equipment: level, square, rule, calipers, saws, chisels and planes, plumb bob, carpenters level, various hammers, and power tools, timbers, sledgehammers, and other measuring instruments
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively as a member of a team
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong worth ethic, flexible, reliable, and punctual

Experience And Education

• Proven carpentry experience
• Scaffolding experience a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Key

N (Not Applicable): Activity is not applicable to this occupation

O (Occasionally): Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+ hours/day)

F (Frequently): Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5: 5.5+ hours/day)

C (Constantly): Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Working Postures

Sit: Occasionally

Stand: Frequently

Walk: Frequently

Bend: Frequently

Kneel/Squat: Frequently

Crawl: Occasionally

Climb: Occasionally

Reach Forward: Frequently

Reach Upward: Frequently

Handling/Fingering: Frequently

Push/Pull Requirements

12 lbs. or less: Not Applicable

13- 25 lbs.: Not Applicable

26 -50 lbs.: Frequently

51-100 lbs.: Occasionally

Lift/Carry Requirements

1-11: Constantly

11-20 lbs.: Constantly

21-50 lbs.: Frequently

50-75lbs.: Not Applicable

76 -100: Not Applicable

Compensation

The base pay range for this role is $22 – $35 per hour.