Carpenter - OCONUS

SOS International LLC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SOS International LLC (SOSi) seeks a Carpenter to support a Facilities and Life Support contract at an overseas location. The role requires blueprint literacy, material take-offs, and leadership to supervise teams.

Applicants must hold a Secret clearance and be prepared for rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed. High school diploma or GED and an eight-year journeyman carpentry background are required, along with completion of an apprenticeship or vocational program.

Qualifications

• Must be a journeyman carpenter with 8+ years in trade and building maintenance.
• Active clearance required (Secret).
• Overseas residence and ability to work rotational shifts including nights and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Provide carpentry support for overseas Facilities and Life Support contracts.
• Read blueprints and perform material take-offs from prints.
• Lead small teams and communicate effectively with customers and subordinates.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Leadership

Customer communication

Power tools operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman carpenter apprenticeship

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Founded in 1989, SOSi is among the largest private, founder-owned technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We deliver tailored solutions, tested leadership, and trusted results to enable national security missions worldwide.

Job Description

Overview

*** This position is contingent upon contract award ***

SOS International LLC (SOSi) is seeking a Carpenter to provide support for a Facilities and Life Support Contract performed at an overseas location.

• Must have knowledge of preventative maintenance programs.
• Possess practical knowledge of repairs, installation of floor and ceiling tile, walls (plaster, block, drywall), masonry work, locksmithing, cabinet making, framing, form work and general knowledge of the painting trade.
• Must be able to operate small power tools and machinery as required.
• Must read blueprints and perform material take-offs from prints.
• Must possess leadership skills.
• Must possess the skills and attitudes to effectively communicate with the customer and subordinates.

Qualifications

• Active in scope Secret clearance.
• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or vocational program for a journeyman carpenter with eight (8) years of experience in trade and building maintenance.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Additional Information

• Must reside at an overseas location.
• A willingness to work rotational shift if necessary, including days, evenings, and nights as well as overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Long hours, exposure to harsh weather and other hazardous conditions.
• Wear of location appropriate PPE and clothing when in the field is required.

Working at SOSi

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.