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Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Georgetown (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Wellness program

Career development

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. in Georgetown, SC seeks an experienced carpenter to construct, erect, install and repair wooden structures per sketches and blueprints. You will lead a small crew, ensure time sheets are accurate, and report to the Craft Foreman while maintaining safety and quality.

The role requires reading blueprints, measuring accurately, and using carpentry tools. A strong work ethic is essential; 40+ hours weekly with potential weekend shifts and a focus on safety and

Qualifications

• Preferred 3 years’ construction experience.
• 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 or more hours per week with possible weekend work.
• Background check and drug screen based on job location/requirements.

Responsibilities

• Examine blueprints and specifications to determine dimensions of structure.
• Measure boards, timbers, or plywood, using square, measuring tape, and ruler.
• Saw boards and plywood panels to required sizes.
• Use carpentry hand tools such as hammers, levels, squares, screw drivers, adjustable wrenches, hand and power saws, drill motors and pry bars.
• Nail cleats across boards to construct concrete-supporting forms.
• Brace forms in place with timbers, tie rods, and anchor bolts for use in building concrete piers, footings, and walls.
• Erect chutes for placing concrete.
• Cut and assemble timbers to build trestles and cofferdams.
• Erect scaffolding for buildings and other structures and install ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms, and gangways.
• May install door and window bucks in designated positions in building framework including masonry walls.
• Fit and nail sheathing on outer walls and roofs of buildings.
• Set and brace anchor bolts.
• May rig materials.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Crew leadership

Structural framing

Tools

Tool pouch

Claw hammer

12 in Crescent wrench

Tape measure

Speed square

2 ft level

4 ft level

Wire pliers

Chalk box

Torpedo level

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. Leads a small crew under the direction of the Craft Foreman insuring time sheets are accurate and reported in a timely manner. Solves problems within his/her crew and acts on behalf of the Craft Foreman in his/her absence.

Job Responsibilities

• Examine blueprints and specifications to determine dimensions of structure.
• Measure boards, timbers, or plywood, using square, measuring tape, and ruler, and marks cutting lines on materials using pencil and scriber.
• Saw boards and plywood panels to required sizes.
• Use carpentry hand tools such as hammers, levels, squares, screw drivers, adjustable wrenches, hand and power saws, drill motors and pry bars.
• Nail cleats (braces) across boards to construct concrete-supporting forms.
• Brace forms in place with timbers, tie rods, and anchor bolts for use in building concrete piers, footings, and walls.
• Erect chutes for placing concrete.
• Cut and assemble timbers to build trestles and cofferdams.
• Erect scaffolding for buildings and other structures and install ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms, and gangways.
• May install door and window bucks (rough frames in which finished frames are inserted) in designated positions in building framework including masonry walls.
• Fit and nail sheathing on outer walls and roofs of buildings.
• Set and brace anchor bolts.
• May rig materials.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Preferred 3 years’ experience working in the construction field
• Minimum Required Tool List:
• 1 each Tool Pouch
• 1 each Claw Hammer
• 1 each 12” Crescent Wrench
• 1 each Tape Measure
• 1 each Speed Square
• 1 each 2’ and 4’ Level
• 1 each Wire Pliers
• 1 each Chalk Box
• 1 each Torpedo Level
• 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

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.