Carpenter Helper

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Baton Rouge seeks a Carpenter Helper to support skilled craftspersons in various carpentry tasks. Candidates must have a general knowledge of carpentry and the ability to use hand and power tools. The role requires physical stamina as well as effective communication skills. Responsibilities include assisting in laying out work, cleaning work areas, and ensuring materials are available. This position offers hands-on experience in a lively work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must lift or carry up to 50 lbs, occasionally 100 lbs.
• Must communicate effectively to perform tasks safely.
• Required to operate hand and power tools with training.

Responsibilities

• Assist Carpenter in laying out work.
• Clean work areas and ensure materials are stocked.
• Assist with lifting and positioning materials.
• Ensure materials stocked and available.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Skills

General knowledge of carpentry

Ability to use hand and power tools

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

The Carpenter Helper will assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed and will work under immediate supervision. Must have a general knowledge of carpentry and use of hand and power tools to assist the Carpenter and/or Carpenter Foreman with various tasks. Assist Carpenter/Carpenter Foreman with designing, constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing of structures, fixtures and other items of wood, plywood and wallboard. Helper will look for opportunities for improvement in all tasks, means and methods regarding the work, and be willing to learn from others. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and 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.
• Assist Carpenter in laying out work
• Assist Carpenter with lifting, positioning, securing, and cutting of materials during installation
• Clean work areas, machines, and equipment
• Ensure work area remains stocked with materials needed
• 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 with proper training and authorization
• 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
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details