CARPENTER (Virginia Beach, VA)

The Breeden Company; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Breeden Company in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a skilled Carpenter to serve as the field representative responsible for maintenance and repair of residential and commercial facilities.

You will work closely with project managers, read blueprints, install and repair structures, and uphold safety standards on diverse job sites while traveling daily.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of carpentry experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• OSHA safety knowledge and safety-conscious attitude.
• Proficient with basic computer apps (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Communicate progress to the Project Manager daily.
• Construct, install, and repair structures from wood and related materials.
• Work with project managers to ensure timely completion and quality.
• Maintain jobsite safety and security.
• Read blueprints and measure materials.
• Travel to project sites daily.

Skills

Carpentry

Blueprint reading

OSHA safety

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent work

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

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Full Time Manual Labor – The Breeden Company, Virginia Beach, VA, US

Requisition ID: 1468 | Posted 2 days ago

Salary Range: $18.00 To $24.00 Annually

Carpenter

Purpose of the Job

The carpenter shall be the company’s field representative responsible for maintenance and repair of various residential and commercial facilities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Daily communications of progress on all activities, issues, and progress to the Project Manager. Assist with documenting daily construction activities.
• Responsible for constructing, installing, and repairing structures and fixtures made of wood, plywood, and wallboard.
• Work closely with project managers and other team members to ensure that projects are completed on time and to the highest quality standards.
• Responsible for maintaining and enforcing jobsite safety and security measures.
• Helps close the building after every workday (windows, doors and project gates).
• Assist with temporary safety rails, plastic over windows, plywood doors and signs.
• Problem solver and handles conflict resolution related to field activities. Initiate corrective action as warranted to achieve the project expectations and goals.
• Actively share knowledge and lessons learned from project experience.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the layout of structures and frameworks.
• Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
• Install structures and fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, and trim, using hand and power tools.
• Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
• Inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures.

Knowledge and Skills

• Minimum of 3+ years of carpentry experience.
• Ability to read, analyze and understand direction.
• Experience organizing assigned duties.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements and a safety conscious attitude.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Detail and deadline oriented with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Problem solving skills, organizational skills, and communication skills.

Interaction With Other Employees and The Public

Position requires extensive interaction with team members, subcontractors and operations personnel. Employee must have the ability to both give and receive direction. Employee is a key representative of the company and is expected to work well with others and always exhibit a professional and courteous demeanor.

Physical Demands

The majority of the required work will be performed in the field. At times the working conditions may be challenging and involve wide variations in weather and physical environment. The employee may be exposed to wet, cold, hot and noisy conditions. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be exposed to extensive walking, climbing, sitting, standing, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.

Other

Position requires daily travel to and from project sites. A valid driver’s license is required.

This job description should not be interpreted to be a complete list of all the duties, qualifications and responsibilities performed by the jobholder. To maintain organizational flexibility, management has the discretion to add, drop or change at any time the duties, responsibilities, and expectations of this job.

AT WILL

Nothing in this job description creates or is intended to create an employment agreement, express or implied. Nothing contained in this, or any other document provided to the employee is intended to be, nor should it be, construed as a contract for employment or for any benefit will be continued for any period of time. In addition, no company representative is authorized to modify this policy for any employee or to enter into any agreement, oral or written, that changes the at-will relationship.

The Breeden Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.