Civil Carpenter

Thompson Turner; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Turner is seeking a skilled Civil Carpenter to construct and repair wooden structures. Candidates should have at least 3 years’ experience in the construction field and be capable of communicating effectively. This temporary position offers a competitive benefits package, fostering professional development and a safe working environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in construction.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work in various environments.
• Clear communication skills for directions.

Responsibilities

• Constructs forms and chutes for pouring concrete.
• Builds platforms, barriers, and hand rails.
• Cuts scaffolding boards and toe kick plates.

Skills

Communication

Basic Math

Physical Stamina

Tools

4-foot builder’s level

Hammer-22oz minimum

Tape measure

Utility knife

Job description

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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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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