Construction Worker - Carpenter

Morton Buildings, Inc.; Town of Homer (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

Dental/Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Training bonus

Safety incentives

Paid Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time

401K

Bad Weather Pay

Job summary

Morton Buildings, Inc. is seeking to expand our construction crews and employee owners. As part of the team, you will learn and apply safety procedures, read plans, and build post-frame structures using a variety of materials.

The role includes frequent lifting, travel as needed, and working with others to deliver quality buildings. You will earn $22.00 to $24.00 per hour, paid weekly, with a $2000 first-year bonus and a quarterly $500 retention bonus during the first year, plus competitive

Qualifications

• Experience in building construction or framing is preferred.
• Willingness to participate in a training program.
• A valid driver’s license is preferred.
• Able to lift heavy load and work at heights up to 40 feet.
• Position requires 20% travel, including overnight trips.

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 safely and efficiently.
• Assemble footings, frames, doors, windows, and siding/roofing materials.
• Collaborate with crew in a safe, productive, and respectful environment.

Skills

Construction experience

Training program willingness

Driver's license preferred

Lift up to 100 lbs

Travel readiness 20%

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 $22.00 to $24.00 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 20% 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.