Carpenter I

Barriere Construction; LaPlace (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Flex Spending Account

Life Insurance

Wellness Program

EAP

FSA

Job summary

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, seeks a Carpenter I to join their Louisiana team. The role involves using hand and power tools, reading plans, setting grades, and working safely with lasers, GPS equipment, and surveying tools.

The ideal candidate has at least two years in carpentry, a valid TWIC card, and the ability to pass DISA requirements while collaborating with crew and following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• At least two years experience working as a Carpenter in the construction industry.
• Must abide by Barriere safety regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Communicate and work together with people effectively.
• Perform manual labor in different types of work environments safely and efficiently.
• Understand use of basic hand and power tools and small equipment.
• Must have a valid TWIC Card & BASIC PLUS.
• Must be able to pass all DISA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and intermediate skillset of carpenter.
• Uses proper hand and power tools or small equipment to complete assigned tasks.
• Proper use of hand signals during traffic control, spotting for equipment operators, and dumping trucks to perform required task safely and efficiently.
• Sets grades and slopes using levels, string lines, lasers, and surveying equipment.
• Keeps work zone and site clean by performing housekeeping tasks and leading others.
• Inspects hand and power tools for defects; lockout/tagout defective tools.
• Leads carpenters and operators with performing required crew repairs.
• Change wear items or implements (blades, buckets), electrical items (battery, lights, fuses).
• Perform quarterly cleaning events with crew.
• Read and understand job plans and details.
• Understand production targets and schedules.
• Setup, maintain, and project inventory of needed tools and materials for job tasks.
• Setup, verify, check grade and slopes with lasers and GPS equipment.
• Follows company policy, guidelines, and procedures.
• Wear proper PPE for required tasks.
• Leads Daily TAR and reviews utility plan.
• Leads Stretch and Flex.
• Picks up and places safety devices as needed.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Math skills

Reading & writing

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

GPS equipment

Laser levels

Surveying tools

Hand tools

Job description

Career Opportunities: Carpenter I (528854)

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is the Louisiana-based infrastructure contractor of choice for our Gulf South employees and customers. For 70+ years, we have continuously created value through our Culture of Care while safely and reliably delivering quality construction projects and materials under budget and on time, every time - this is our B Guarantee. Infrastructure and heavy civil construction services include asphalt and concrete paving, site preparation, structural, mechanical, and turnkey services. Materials sales are also available for all projects including your own, from residential to industrial. We are one of the largest asphalt producers in Louisiana with the largest asphalt plant in the state along with two others. Our award-winning Construction Group is constantly expanding the scope of its capabilities. It currently specializes in transportation, petrochemical, power, commercial, residential, and ports and rail projects.

Barriere Construction, founded in 1949, is an asphalt and concrete paving, highway and heavy civil, and industrial construction company headquartered in New Orleans, LA. Like a road’s base installation, Barriere employees form the foundation of our business. Our entrepreneurial culture thrives on a diverse mix of abilities – allowing us to create innovative solutions while opening doors in new and emerging markets. Our reputation for ethical behavior enables us to attract and retain the best talent and loyal customers south Louisiana has to offer.

Company Benefits

• Competitive Wageand Benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flex Spending Account

We are currently searching for an experienced Carpenter to join our Barriere Construction Groupteam of talented employees!

Job Responsibilities

• Perform basic and intermediate skillset of carpenter.
• Uses proper hand and power tools or small equipment to complete assigned tasks.
• Proper use of hand signals during traffic control, spotting for equipment operators, and dumping trucks to perform required task safely and efficiently.
• Sets grades and slopes. This includes using levels, string lines, whirly or pipe lasers, Conventional and GPS surveying equipment.
• Keeps work zone and site clean by performing housekeeping tasks and leading others.
• Inspects hand and power tools for any defects. Lockout/ Tagout any defective hand and power tools, or small equipment
• Leads carpenters and operators with performing required crew repairs.
• I.E change wear items or implements (blades, buckets), electrical (battery, lights, fuses), body (tighten or replace bolts)
• Perform quarterly cleaning events with crew.
• Read and understand job plans and details
• Understand production targets and schedules.
• Setup, maintain, and project inventory of needed tools and materials for job tasks.
• Setup, verify, check grade and slopes with lasers (whirly and pipe), GPS equipment (base, rover, and data collector).
• Follows company policy, guidelines, and procedures.
• Knows and wears proper PPE for required tasks.
• Leads Daily TAR and reviews utility plan.
• Leads Stretch and Flex.
• Picks up and places safety devices as needed.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required
• Must have at least Two years experience working as a Carpenter in the construction industry.
• Must abide by all Barriere safety regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Communicate and work together with people effectively.
• Perform manual labor in different types of work environments safely and efficiently.
• Understand use of basic hand and power tools and small equipment.
• Use of smart phone
• Mathematical skills (+, -, *, /, %, whole, fraction and decimal #s)
• Basic reading and writing skills
• MUST HAVE A VALID TWIC CARD & BASIC PLUS REQUIRED!
• MUST BE ABLE TO PASS ALL DISA REQUIREMENTS!

Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, theduties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list a nd may be amended at anytime as necessitated by business demands at the sole discretion of the Emplo yer.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• Aninclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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