Carpentry & Finishing Carpenter - OKC

Midwest Drywall Co Inc; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Health insurance

Annuity

Vacation savings

Ongoing training

Job summary

Midwest Drywall Co., Inc. seeks skilled Commercial Carpenters to join our team for construction, installation, and repair of drywall structures in commercial buildings. You will be responsible for measuring, cutting, installing, and finishing drywall, metal studs, ceilings, partitions, and related materials.

Applicants should have experience with framing/layout, drywall finishing, and reading blueprints. The role requires travel to multiple project locations, use of hand/power tools, and strict

Qualifications

• Experience as a commercial drywall carpenter or related role in commercial construction.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools for drywall installation and finishing.
• Strong knowledge of drywall materials, techniques, and industry standards.
• Physical strength and stamina to handle heavy drywall sheets and perform repetitive tasks on site.
• Good communication skills to work effectively with other team members on the construction site.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in an active commercial construction environment.
• Willingness to travel to and work at various project locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Installation: Measure, cut, install, and finish drywall, metal studs, ceilings, partitions, backing, and related materials in commercial projects.
• Framing and Layout: Lay out and install metal framing and related components; coordinate with foremen and other trades.
• Drywall Finishing: Tape, mud, sand, patch, texturize, and prepare surfaces for paint or finishes.
• Repairs and Patching: Patch and replace damaged drywall as needed.
• Reading Blueprints: Interpret blueprints and drawings for accurate installation.
• Materials and Equipment: Use and maintain hand/power tools and equipment; manage materials to minimize waste.
• Health and Safety: Follow safety regulations and keep job sites clean.

Skills

Experience in commercial drywall carp

Hand and power tools proficiency

Knowledge of drywall materials

Physical stamina

Team communication

Safety-conscious

Willingness to travel

Tools

Drywall tools

Job description

Founded in 1972, Midwest Drywall, an employee-owned company, is a leading contractor of panel engineering, fabrication, installation, EIFS/plaster, metal-studs, drywall, specialty ceilings and finish carpentry. Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, Midwest Drywall’s 350+ employees serve customers in the Midwest region and throughout the United States and has developed a reputation of excellence, providing specialty services to some of the most iconic commercial projects. Midwest Drywall Co., Inc. works hard to provide a culture where people will not only enjoy the stability of long term employment, but also have the opportunity for growth. Compensation and benefits that are consistent with our leadership position in the industry. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) striving to provide long-term employment opportunities for all.

We are affiliated with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and The International Painters and Allied Trades with multiple collective bargaining agreements in place.

Job Description

Midwest Drywall is seeking skilled and experienced Commercial Carpenters to join our team. As a Commercial Carpenter, you will be responsible for constructing, installing, and repairing structures in commercial buildings. Your precision, attention to detail, and ability to work efficiently will be critical to the success of our projects.

Responsibilities

• Installation: Measure, cut, install, and finish drywall, metal studs, ceilings, partitions, backing, and related materials in commercial construction projects. Ensure installations are completed accurately and in accordance with project specifications.
• Framing and Layout: Perform layout and installation of metal framing and related components. Work with foremen, carpenters, superintendents, and other trades to ensure proper dimensions, elevations, alignment, and sequencing of work.
• Drywall Finishing: Perform drywall finishing activities, including taping, mudding, sanding, patching, texturing, and preparing surfaces for paint or other finishes. Ensure finished surfaces meet project and company quality standards.
• Repairs and Patching: Repair damaged or uneven surfaces by patching and replacing drywall as needed.
• Reading Blueprints: Interpret and work from blueprints and drawings to ensure accurate drywall and other material installation.
• Materials and Equipment: Safely use and maintain hand tools, power tools, lifts, and other equipment required for drywall, framing, ceiling, and finishing activities. Assist with material handling and ensure materials are used efficiently to minimize waste.
• Health and Safety: Comply with safety regulations and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and others. Ensure the job site is clean and tidy after completing tasks.

Skills and Qualifications

• Preferred experience as a Commercial Drywall Carpenter, Drywall Installer, Finisher, or similar role in commercial construction
• Proficiency in using various hand and power tools related to drywall installation and finishing.
• Strong knowledge of drywall materials, techniques, and industry standards.
• Physical strength and stamina to handle heavy drywall sheets and perform repetitive tasks, including lifting, bending, standing, climbing, and working at heights as required.
• Good communication skills to work effectively with other team members on the construction site.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in an active commercial construction environment.
• Willingness to travel to and work at various project locations as required.

Benefits are provided through union membership and may include health insurance, annuity, vacation savings and continued training opportunities. Upon initiation the local business agent will provide further information regarding union benefits and eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity and ADA Accommodation

Midwest Drywall is an equal opportunity employer. The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role.

Employee Acknowledgment

I acknowledge that I have received and reviewed this job description. I understand that it may be revised at any time and that I am responsible for performing the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable.

E-Verify

Midwest Drywall participates in the E-Verify program to verify employment eligibility of our employees. E-verify compares information provided on the Form I-9 to data from the US Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm an individual’s eligibility to work in the US.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.