Carpenter - UIC Construction

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies; Nome (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

UIC Construction LLC in Nome, Alaska is seeking a mature Carpenter with a strong background in new construction to read blueprints, measure, cut, and install wooden structures and fixtures.

Responsibilities include installing windows, doors, floors, trim, and cabinets, while conforming to safety standards and maintaining a clean site. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of verifiable carpentry experience with a focus on new construction.
• Must possess and maintain a current driver's license.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and spec books.
• Knowledge of general construction techniques and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints, sketches, or building plans to determine layout and materials.
• Shape or cut materials to measurements using hand tools or powered equipment.
• Follow safety rules and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Install structures or fixtures using carpenters' tools and fasteners.
• Inspect work and make repairs or replacements as needed.
• Operate basic construction equipment as required.

Skills

Carpentry experience

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Team player

Driver's license

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Woodworking machinery

Job description

Overview

UIC Construction is seeking a Carpenter to construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; and wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors. May also install cabinets, siding, drywall and batt or roll insulation. Includes brattice builders who build doors or brattices (ventilation walls or partitions) in underground passageways.

Responsibilities

• Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout anddetermine dimensions and materials required.
• Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
• Follow established safety rules, regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
• Install structures or fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, trim, or hardware, usingcarpenters' hand or power tools.
• Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob and level.
• Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings,using woodworking machines, carpenter's hand tools, or power tools.
• Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools, wood screws,nails, dowel pins, or glue.
• Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using handtools.
• Inspect ceiling or floor tile, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken ordamaged structures.
• Operate basic construction equipment such as forklifts and man-lifts.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least ten (10) years of verifiable experience in carpentry with a focus on new construction.
• Must possess and maintain current driver's license.

Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:

• Knowledge of general, basic construction techniques and safe working practices is essential.
• Must be able to read and interpret blue prints, drawings and spec books.
• Must be able to work in a clean and neat manner and with respect to owner's property andoperations.
• Have a basic understanding of interrelated systems such as the electrical, mechanical andplumbing systems.
• Must be able perform assigned duties in a safe and proficient manner.
• Must be reliable and able to work with little supervision.
• Must be able to maintain a clean, neat and safe work site.
• Willingness to be a team player and to follow instructions.
• Must have all necessary tools and reliable transportation.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Lift/push/pull 50lbs to 100lbs on an occasional basis.
• Lift/push/pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis.
• Will be required to have the ability to bend, squat, crouch, crawl, and kneel.
• Will have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, andramps).
• Perform prolonged standing (2-3 hour intervals).
• Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, above head).
• Must have good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles.
• Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment.
• Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toes shoes,goggles, etc., per OSHA standards.
• Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands.
• Able to utilize adequate visual skills.
• Ability to work at heights above 12' while working from ladders, scaffolding and/or man lifts.
• Ability to fully extend the arm while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side andreaching down.
• Ability to perceive attributes of an object/material such as size, shape, temperature and textureby means of receptors in the hands and fingers.
• Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis.
• Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis.
• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and movingyour whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling ofmaterials.
• Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating materials.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to withstand extreme temperatures (cold and hot).
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and outside weather conditions.
• The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and extreme heat.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of carpenter shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.
• The wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment mitigates risks associated with these conditions and is mandatory.
• Work environment is that of a construction site.
• Will be working in close proximity to moving equipment.

Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and subject to other state and federal requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters here .

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is the village corporation of Utqiaġvik, Alaska and is recognized as one of Alaska’s top 10 companies with approximately 4,400 employees nationwide and revenues above $1 Billion annually. UIC is projected to grow substantially in the coming years to become a top 3 company in Alaska by 2030. As a proud Alaska Native Corporation, our success brings growth and benefits to our Iñupiat shareholders. The size and diversity of our operations means we have a broad variety of career opportunities.

UIC and its subsidiaries are committed to and strive for safety, quality, business ethics, and shareholder value. We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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Requisition ID 2026-26228

Category Construction

Location : Location US-AK-Nome

Travel Requirement Less than 10%

Entity : Name UIC Construction LLC