Carpenter I Install - Direct

Builders FirstSource; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a motivated carpenter helper to assist skilled carpenters in building and repairing wood structures. You will read blueprints, measure and cut materials, operate hand and power tools, and follow safety procedures to help meet daily production goals.

A valid driver's license and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds are required. High school diploma or GED and two years of carpentry experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and two years of carpentry experience or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or sketches.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, erects, and repairs wooden structures according to blueprints or verbal instructions.
• Adheres to local building codes and safety regulations.
• Operates hand and power tools to cut, assemble, nail, and finish materials.
• Maintains clean, organized work area and proper disposal of debris.
• Plans and paces work to meet daily and project goals.
• Participates in safety meetings and follows procedures to prevent injuries.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Read blueprints

Tool use

Safety procedures

Math basics

Manual dexterity

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years carpentry experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

PURPOSE

Under general supervision constructs, erects and repairs wood based structures using carpentry tools and knowledge of carpentry practices and methods.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Constructs, erects, and repairs wooden structures such as houses, barns, commercial buildings, garages and similar structures; reads blueprints or sketches or from verbal instructions.
• Understands local building codes to ensure that structures comply with structural, safety and other regulatory requirements.
• Operates hand tools and power tools to saw to size, nail, shim, fit and finish wooden construction.
• Keeps work area neat and orderly; ensures that premises are cleaned and debris is appropriately disposed at the end of the work shift.
• Plans and paces own work efficiency in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or team related production goals.
• Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and two (2) years of carpentry experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to use hand and power tools required for carpentry tasks
• Ability to read and understand blueprints or design documents
• Manual dexterity
• Knowledge of safety procedures while performing carpentry tasks
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Knowledge of basic math, angles and use of measuring tools
• Valid driver’s license

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

• Work is performed within a construction environment, subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, equipment noise and dust.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
• May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing, crawling, stooping or kneeling.

At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people -first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day. Join us and see what’s possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

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Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about the status of your application.