Construction Worker - Carpenter

Morton Buildings Inc.; Harleyville (SC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Retention bonus

Health coverage

Paid time off

401K

Safety incentives

Job summary

Morton Buildings, Inc. is seeking construction crew members to join our team. Learn and apply Morton Buildings' safety and construction procedures while reading and building according to detailed plans.

You will use various tools to construct foundations, framing, doors, siding and roofing, often at heights up to 40 feet, with a 25% travel requirement. We offer a $500 quarterly retention bonus in the first year, an ESOP program, comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance,

Qualifications

• Carpentry/post-frame experience preferred (on the job or in school).
• Willingness to participate in and complete a training program.
• A valid driver's license is preferred.
• Available to work 9-10 hours during peak season.
• Ability to take direction and produce quality work.
• Commitment to safety processes and proper tool use.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, up to 100 lbs occasionally.
• Capable of working at heights up to 40 feet and in physically demanding environments.
• Travel requirement up to 25% with possible overnight trips.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply Morton Buildings' safety and construction procedures.
• Read, understand and build according to construction plans.
• Utilize tools and equipment to construct buildings safely and efficiently.
• Complete tasks such as footing installation, framing, doors, siding, roofing, and trims.
• Work with crew to maintain a safe, productive work environment.

Skills

Carpentry experience

Read construction plans

Safety awareness

Willingness to train

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Job description

Jul 07, 2026

Morton Buildings is looking to expand our construction crews and employee owners!

Morton Buildings, Inc. is the industry leader in post-frame construction. We have been in business for over 120 years and have more than 10 manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping plants servicing over 100 construction centers nationwide. Per year, across America, thousands of new buildings sport the familiar Morton M.

Bonus! Earn an additional $2000 your first year. New crew members receive an additional $500 bonus every quarter during their first year of employment with Morton Buildings. These bonuses are subject to all applicable withholding taxes.

Salary is $21.00 to $23.00 per hour based on experience. Paid Weekly

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Under the guidance of your crew foreman you will:

• Learn, keep current with and apply the Morton Buildings' safety and construction procedures, methods, and standards
• Read, understand and build according to construction plans
• Utilize various tools and equipment to safely and efficiently construct buildings
• Efficiently execute tasks such as: digging and installing footings, framing walls and roof structures, installing windows, entry and other doors and door openings, installing various siding and roofing materials including hi-rib steel, shingles, wood and other siding materials and mortarless masonry units, finishing with metal and wood trims
• Work with other crew personnel in a safe, organized, productive and enjoyable work environment treating everyone with dignity and respect

QUALIFICATIONS

• Building construction (post-frame), carpentry or framing experience preferred (on the job or in school)
• Willingness to participate in and complete a training program
• A valid driver's license is preferred
• Available to work 9-10 hours during peak construction season.
• Ability to take direction
• Produce quality work in an efficient manner
• Agree to comply with all our safety processes and procedures
• Willingness to maintain and operate construction tools in a safe and proper manner
• Ability to operate specialized safety equipment efficiently and effectively
• Standard weight lifting requirements - 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds
• Capable of working in a physically demanding environment and at various heights (up to 40 feet)
• This position requires 25% travel, which includes overnight travel possibly up to two weeks at a time.

Benefits include:

• $500 quarterly retention bonus for the first year of employment
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Excellent medical/dental/prescription/vision coverage
• Life Insurance
• Training bonus
• Safety incentives
• Paid Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time
• Bad Weather Pay
• 401K Opportunity
• And So Much More...

Our construction crew positions are eligible for three years of progressive pay increases based upon experience, required training, and attendance.

Morton Buildings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.

All candidates offered employment will be subject to a pre-placement test which does include a drug screen.

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