Concrete Carpenter - Finisher

Robinson Construction Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Robinson Construction Company is seeking a Heavy Industrial Concrete Carpenter - Finisher to construct, form, place, and finish concrete structures in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role requires a strong focus on quality workmanship and adherence to safety standards. Candidates should have at least three years of proven carpentry experience.

Essential duties involve reading blueprints, coordinating layout, and ensuring compliance with project specifications. The position fosters teamwork and requires effective communication skills. A safe work environment is prioritized, and some travel may occur.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Coordination of eye-hand movements with control and precision.
• Experience in constructing, forming, placing, and finishing concrete structures.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and drawings to fully grasp requirements.
• Assemble and secure forms and structures.
• Ensure all concrete work meets quality standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of carpentry techniques

Skill in use of tools and equipment

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

High school diploma or GED

Successful completion of a carpentry apprenticeship program

Three or more years experience in carpentry

Tools

Tool belt

Tape measure

Framing square

Job description

Heavy Industrial Concrete Carpenter - Finisher

This position is responsible for constructing, forming, placing, and finishing concrete structures to meet project specifications, ensuring quality workmanship, structural integrity, and adherence to all safety standards.

To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reads blueprints, drawings and sketches to fully grasp requirements.
• Coordinates with Foreman to configure construction layout.
• Assembles and secures forms, wood structures, sheet metal, and other materials.
• Installs form work, places steel reinforcement, installs concrete, and finishes as needed for concrete construction.
• Takes measurements and calculates the size and amount of material needed.
• Cuts, shapes and smooths lumber and other material according to needed measurements.
• Places, levels, and finishes concrete using a variety of carpentry and finishing tools.
• Smooths and finishes surfaces using hand tools, floats, and power trowels.
• Ensures that all concrete work meets quality standards, project specifications, and safety requirements.
• Lays out flooring, roofing or drywalls ensuring they are leveled and compatible.
• Cuts or bores holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, or mains, using hand or power tools.
• Assists other craft workers as needed or assigned.
• Inspects work sites for obstructions or holes that could cause structural weakness.
• Checks work and repairs or corrects any faults.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a safe workplace by following safety policies and procedures.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Successful completion of a carpentry apprenticeship program preferred.
• Three or more years proven construction carpentry experience required.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Knowledge of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction as well as basic mathematics and its applications.
• Skill in the standard use of tools and equipment of the profession and ability to visualize a layout by looking at plans and prints.
• Ability to work successfully as a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Ability to understand and follow directions, communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Coordinate eye‑hand movements with control and precision.
• Use hands and fingers fully; reach for, manipulate and feel objects; stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• Climb and maintain body balance on ladders, scaffolding, or high structures; and see and hear well (either naturally or with correction).
• Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds and stoop, lay, bend or squat for long periods of time.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May be exposed to fumes, dust or other airborne particles and loud noises.
• Position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and vibrating machinery.
• May be exposed to extreme outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Some travel, overtime, shift work, weekends and holidays may be required.

REQUIRED TOOLS

• Tool belt
• Claw hammer
• Tape measure
• Chalk line
• Carpenter’s pencil
• Utility knife
• Tin snips
• Nail bar
• Speed square
• Framing square
• Levels/plumb bob
• Wood chisel

EEO STATEMENT

Robinson Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal opportunity to all applicants and prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job-related qualifications, ability and performance. We participate in E‑Verify.