Construction Worker - Carpenter

Morton Buildings Inc.; Spencer (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly retention bonus

ESOP

Medical/dental/prescription/vision

Life Insurance

Training bonus

Safety incentives

Paid Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time

Bad Weather Pay

401K

And So Much More...

Job summary

Morton Buildings Inc. is expanding its construction crews with employee owners. The role offers hourly pay from $20.00 to $22.00, weekly pay, and bonuses in year one.

You’ll follow safety standards, read plans, and work on footings, framing, windows, doors, siding, and roofing. Expect up to 40-foot heights and up to 15% travel, including overnight trips. Bonuses include a $2,000 first-year bonus and a $500 quarterly bonus during the first year, with ESOP benefits and strong retirement options.

Qualifications

• Building construction (post-frame), carpentry or framing experience preferred.
• 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 and produce quality work.
• Must comply with safety processes and operate tools safely.
• Capable of operating specialized safety equipment; heavy lifting up to 100 lb.
• Able to work at various heights and travel about 15% (possibly overnight).

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply Morton safety and construction procedures, plans, and standards.
• Read and build according to construction plans.
• Utilize tools and equipment to construct buildings safely and efficiently.
• Dig and install footings, frame walls and roofs, install windows and doors, apply siding and roofing materials.
• Collaborate with crew in a safe, productive work environment with respect.

Skills

Post-frame construction

Carpentry experience

Framing experience

Training program willingness

Valid driver's license preferred

Ability to take direction

Quality workmanship

Safety compliance

Tool maintenance

Operate safety equipment

Lifting up to 100 pounds

Work at heights

Travel readiness (15%)

Job description

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 $20.00 to $22.00 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 15% 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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