Carpenter - River Oaks Area

Hoar Construction; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoar Construction is seeking a skilled Carpenter to perform standard to moderately complex carpentry tasks on commercial or industrial projects. You will read blueprints, select appropriate materials, and install frames, doors, trim and fixtures on diverse sites.

This role requires hands-on use of tools such as tape, square, level, nail gun, and saw, plus the ability to travel between job sites. Strong safety and communication skills in English are essential; Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 1-4 years experience as a general Carpenter on commercial or industrial projects.
• Experience with various manual and power tools (tape, square, plumb bob, level, hammer, razor knife, chalk box, tool belt, nail puller, nail gun).
• Strong reading, written and verbal communication skills in English; Spanish is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work with materials such as steel, concrete, wood, plastic, fiberglass or drywall.
• Plan and perform carpentry tasks to construct, erect, install, or repair structures like door/wall frames, hardware, doors, trim, and handrails.
• Study blueprints or building plans to determine dimensions and materials.
• Select and use appropriate hand and power tools and materials for completion.

Skills

Carpentry experience

English communication

Tool usage

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Square

Plumb bob

Level

Hammer

Razor knife

Chalk box

Nail puller

Nail gun

Tool belt

Construction calculator

Job description

The Carpenter is responsible for performing standard to moderately complex tasks involving building, installing, and repairing structures, fixtures and other items using different types of materials including wood and steel. Travel to different job sites is required for this role.

Responsibilities:

• Work with materials such as steel, concrete, wood, plastic, fiberglass or drywall.

• Plans and performs standard to moderately complex carpentry tasks necessary to construct, erect, install, or repair structures such as door and wall frames; hardware, doors, casework and trim; specialty hardware such as handrails, laminates and door handles.

• Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to determine dimensions and materials required to complete a task.

• Select and use appropriate hand and power tools and materials required for completion of a job such as; tape, saw, drill, level, chalk box, razor knife, nail puller, nail gun and square or other as necessary.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

• 1-4 years experience working as a general Carpenter on commercial or industrial projects

• Experience with various manual and power tools such as but not limited to: tape, square, plumb bob, level, hammer, razor knife, chalk box, tool belt, nail puller, and construction calculator

• Strong reading, written and verbal communication skills in English, verbal communication in Spanish considered an asset but not required

• Valid Driver's License

Physical Demands and Working Environment :

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in an outdoor setting with exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions, and travel from site to site.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting and field environment; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs without assistance and greater than 50lbs with assistance; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

EOE - Vets/Disabilities

Hoar does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Hoar without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Hoar.

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