Civil Carpenter

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Georgetown (SC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness programs

Career development

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. is seeking a skilled construction professional to build and repair wooden structures, read blueprints, and follow sketches or oral instructions. You will work safely and efficiently to deliver high-quality results on site.

The role requires at least 3 years in construction, ability to read a tape measure, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Expect 40+ hours weekly with potential weekend work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in construction.
• Able to read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor(s).
• Able to utilize basic math and read a tape measure.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to lift 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively.
• Work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments.
• 40+ hours per week with possible weekend work.
• Background check and drug screen as required by location.

Responsibilities

• Constructs forms and chutes for pouring concrete.
• Builds platforms, barriers and hand rails.
• Covers floor openings and holes with plywood and guard rails.
• Builds boxes or crates around equipment for shipment.
• Cuts scaffolding boards and toe kick plates.
• Manufactures signs, information boards, fences, barricades.
• Constructs temporary enclosures and work benches.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Tape measure

Clear communication

Physical stamina

Lifting 50 lbs

Tools

4-foot builder’s level

Speed square

Framing square

Hammer-22oz

Tape measure

100-foot tape measure

Plumb-bob

Chalk line

Carpenter’s tool belt

Tool box

Chalk line/chalk box

Cat’s paw/nail puller

Ironworker’s/rebar pliers

Tie wire cutters

Carpenter’s pencil

Utility knife

Chamfer snips

Job description

Since its foundation in 1986, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. has grown from a small, local company into one of the largest privately held companies based in South Carolina. Our diverse services portfolio includes capital projects, power services, maintenance services, disaster recovery, hydro consulting and commercial construction. We believe in investing in our employees to help them reach their professional goals, as well as their personal goals. Thompson promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina with offices spanning the United States, primarily southeast and central United States.

Position Description

Constructs, erects, installs and repairs structures and fixtures of wooden structures, such as concrete forms, scaffolds, tunnel and sewer supports, and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or oral instructions. These duties are to be performed in a safe and timely manner with the highest quality possible.

Job Responsibilities

• Constructs forms and chutes for pouring concrete.
• Builds platforms, barriers and hand rails.
• Covers floor openings and holes with plywood and guard rails.
• Builds boxes or crates around equipment for shipment.
• Cuts scaffolding boards and toe kick plates.
• Manufactures signs, information boards, fences, barricades.
• Constructs temporary enclosures and work benches.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in the construction field.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor/co‑workers and understand direction from supervisor.
• Must be able to utilize basic math and read a tape measure.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively.
• Work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments.
• 40 or more hours per week with possible weekend work.
• Background check and drug screen based on job location/requirements.

Minimum Required Tool List

• 4-foot builder’s level
• Speed square
• Framing square
• Hammer-22oz minimum
• Tape measure
• 100-foot tape measure
• Torpedo level
• Plumb-bob
• 10-inch crescent wrench
• Carpenter’s tool belt
• Tool box
• Chalk line/chalk box
• Cat’s paw/nail puller
• Ironworker’s/rebar pliers
• Tie wire cutters/diagonal or straight cutters
• Carpenter’s pencil
• Utility knife
• Chamfer snips/cutters

Benefits

• We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.