Construction Worker - Carpenter

Morton-Buildings; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Life Insurance

Training bonus

Safety incentives

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Bad weather pay

Retention bonus

Job summary

Morton Buildings, Inc. is expanding its construction crews and employee owners. The company offers competitive hourly pay ($21.00–$23.00) with a first-year bonus of $2,000 and an additional $500 bonus each quarter during the first year.

Employment includes an ESOP and various benefits. Under guidance of the crew foreman, you will learn safety and construction procedures, read plans, and build according to specifications while working with a team in a demanding, physically active environment with

Qualifications

• Experience in post-frame construction or carpentry preferred
• Willingness to participate in training program
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Ability to work 9–10 hours during peak season
• Lift up to 50–100 pounds
• Travel up to 75% including overnight trips
• Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply Morton Buildings' safety and construction procedures
• Read, understand and build according to construction plans
• Use tools and equipment to construct buildings
• Perform tasks such as footings, framing, windows, siding and roofing
• Collaborate with crew in a safe, productive environment

Skills

Read construction plans

Willingness to train

Ability to take direction

Good communication

Job description

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 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.

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

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.

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 crewpersonnel 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)
• Possess good communication skills - both written and verbal
• This position requires 75% 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)
• Life Insurance
• Training bonus
• Safety incentives
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Bad weather pay
• 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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