Carpenter Journey

Bechtel Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation is seeking qualified construction personnel to read blueprints, select materials, and plan installations for complex projects in Houston. The role requires following safety protocols and operating hand and power tools to shape and assemble components on site.

Candidates should be able to climb ladders, work at heights, and maintain cleanliness and safety on the job site while coordinating with teams to ensure accurate layouts and installation of structures and forms.

Qualifications

• Reads blueprints, drawings and sketches.
• Plans installation to avoid obstructions.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Must climb vertical ladders and work at heights with fall protection.

Responsibilities

• Reads and understands blueprints, drawings, and sketches.
• Selects proper size and type of building materials according to project specifications.
• Plans installation to avoid obstructions.
• Prepares the layout using key tools.
• Marks cutting lines on materials with pencil and gauge.
• Shapes materials to prescribed measurements with power saws.
• Assembles cut materials by nailing or screwing.
• Verifies trueness with plumb bob and level.
• Erects shoring and decking; constructs forms for pouring concrete.
• Unloads materials and tools; assists in lifting and securing pieces.
• Cleans tools; maintains a safe work area.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Chalk line

Framing square

Rule

Pencil

Marking gauge

Skill saw

Table saw

Band saw

Tools

Chalk line

Framing square

Rule

Pencil

Job description

32223BR

Job Description:

1. Reads and understands blueprints, drawings, and sketches.

2. Selects proper size and type of building materials according to the project specifications and dimensions.

3. Plans the installation to avoid obstructions.

4. Prepares the layout using rule, framing square, and chalk line.

5. Marks cutting and assembly lines on materials, using pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.

6. Shapes materials to prescribed measurements, using skill saws, table saws, band saws, etc.

7. Assembles cut and shaped materials by fastening them together with nails or screws.

8. Verifies the trueness of a structure using a plumb bob and carpenters level.

9. Erects shoring and installs plywood decking.

10. Constructs forms and chutes for pouring concrete.

11. Unloads materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.

12. Assists in lifting, positioning, and securing of materials and work pieces during installation.

13. Cleans tools and equipment.

14. Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

15. Must be able to safely traverse uneven terrain with tools and building materials.

16. Must be able to climb vertical ladders and work above/below ground as necessary. Must have experience working at heights and a functional knowledge of proper use of fall protection equipment.

17. Performs a variety of tasks involving safe dexterous use of hand tools.

18. Safely operates power tools and equipment.

19. Must be able to climb rebar walls and cages and work at heights.

20. Typically requires 48 months of industrial construction experience.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [e-mail] or call [phone] for assistance. Determinations on request for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.