Carpenter Foreman | Mortenson

M. A. Mortenson Company; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled carpenter to join their dynamic team in Cedar Rapids. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the proper implementation of work plans, examining blueprints, and selecting materials that meet building codes. You will lead a team, providing guidance and coaching while fostering a collaborative environment. Your expertise in carpentry, along with your attention to detail and strong communication skills, will be crucial in executing tasks such as installing doors, building stairs, and laying hardwood floors. If you are passionate about construction and thrive in a team-oriented setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate various tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper IWP is in place and understood by the crew.
• Inspect work performed by subcontractors for compliance with specifications.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork Orientation

Effective Communication

Active Listening

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in carpentry or construction

Tools

Table Saws

Radial Arm Saws

Belt & Disc Sanders

Drill Presses

Fall Protection Equipment

Rigging Equipment

Job description

Cedar Rapids, IA, United States | Minneapolis Office

Responsibilities:

1. Ensure proper IWP is in place and understood by their crew.
2. Examine blueprints to determine dimensions of structure.
3. Lay out floor-plan and cabinetwork using tape, framing square, and calipers.
4. Select materials and structural units, such as lumber, prefabricated doors, cabinets of wood or plastic, paneling, and inspect them to ensure conformance with provisions of building code and local ordinance.
5. Determine sequence of activities concerned with fabrication, assembly, and erection of structure.
6. Assign workers to tasks such as cutting material to size, building concrete forms, erecting wooden framework, and laying flooring.
7. Inspect work performed by subcontractors including ductwork, wiring, and pipe installations to ensure conformance with specifications.
8. Install doors, build stairs, and lay hardwood floors.
9. Shooting grades and elevations.
10. Unload, handle, stockpile, and erect all pre-fabricated materials.
11. Concrete and rough carpentry:
1. Hand set walls.
2. Footings.
3. Set gang wall forms.
4. Structural concrete decks.
5. Slab on metal deck and grade.
6. Concrete columns.
7. Drywall.
12. Finish carpentry, doors, and hardware:
1. Set door frames, hang doors, and install hardware.
2. Finish carpentry: install toilet accessories, handrails, corner guards, toilet partitions, lockers, upper cabinets, lower cabinets, countertops, wall paneling systems, coffered ceiling systems, and running trim.
13. Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance.
14. Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
15. All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Ability to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
2. Ability to picture solid objects from drawings or diagrams.
3. Some ability to read plans.
4. Ability to operate equipment such as table saws, radial arm saws, belt & disc sanders, drill presses, fall protection equipment, rigging, and form systems.
5. Strong teamwork orientation.
6. Positive attitude and professional customer service skills.
7. Detail orientation.
8. Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback.