Construction Worker - Carpenter

Morton-Buildings; Rushville (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Life Insurance

Training bonus

Safety incentives

Paid Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time

Bad Weather Pay

Job summary

Morton Buildings, Inc. is expanding its construction crews nationwide. The company offers bonuses, stock ownership, and benefits while hiring for physically demanding post-frame construction roles. All candidates will undergo a pre-placement drug screen and must meet safety standards.

New crew members can earn an additional $2,000 in the first year plus $500 quarterly bonuses during year one. Weekly pay is provided at $21.00 to $23.00 per hour, with travel up to 25% of the time.

Qualifications

• Experience in building construction, post-frame, carpentry or framing preferred.
• Willingness to participate in and complete a training program.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Able to work 9-10 hours during peak construction season.
• Ability to take direction and produce quality work.
• Willingness to follow safety processes and operate tools safely.
• Ability to operate safety equipment.
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds with occasional up to 100 pounds.
• Able to work at heights up to 40 feet.
• Travel up to 25% including overnight trips.

Responsibilities

• Learn, keep current with and apply Morton Buildings' safety and construction procedures.
• Read, understand and build according to construction plans.
• Utilize various tools and equipment to safely and efficiently construct buildings.
• Dig and install footings, frame walls and roof structures, install windows and doors.
• Install siding and roofing materials including hi-rib steel, shingles, wood and other materials.
• Finish with metal and wood trims.
• Work with crew to maintain a safe, organized, productive environment.

Skills

Reading construction plans

Physical stamina

Willingness to travel

Team cooperation

Ability to lift 50-100 lbs

Tools

Construction tools

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 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

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)
• 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)
• Life Insurance
• Training bonus
• Safety incentives
• Paid Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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