Exterior Aluminum Composite Panel Installer (Commercial Carpentry)

Klover Contracting; Quakertown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Klover Contracting is hiring for Exterior Aluminum Composite Panel Installer (Commercial Carpentry). The role covers installing ACM panels and insulated metal panels on commercial buildings within the Quakertown area, with emphasis on precise measurements, secure fastening, and weather-tight installations.

The job requires reading blueprints, using appropriate tools, and maintaining high safety standards on job sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with at least 3 years of experience installing ACM/IMP panels.
• Experience safely installing ACM and IMP panels on commercial buildings preferred.
• Familiarity with safety PPE and procedures for working at heights.

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints and specifications to understand project requirements.
• Measure, cut, and install ACM panels and IMPs to project specs.
• Secure panels with rivets, screws, adhesives, or clip systems and ensure weather-tight seals.
• Operate tools safely and use PPE while working at heights or on scaffolding.
• Inspect finished installations for alignment, gaps, and defects; perform quality checks.
• Assist with material transport and setup at job sites within the 70-mile radius of Quakertown.

Skills

Tool handling

Measurement precision

Panel installation

Cladding/facade experience

Safety awareness

Team communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3+ years panel installation experience

Tools

ACM panel cutting tools

Measuring tools

Lifts/scaffolding

Job description

Exterior Aluminum Composite Panel Installer (Commercial Carpentry)

Jobsite locations are within a 70-mile radius of Quakertown, PA (Tri-State Area PA)

The Exterior Aluminum Composite Panel Installer exists to safely install aluminum composite materials (ACMs) and insulated metal panels (IMPs) in commercial construction projects.

Essential (Core Competencies) Duties

• Review blueprints, drawings, and specifications tounderstand project requirements.
• Measure and cut ACM panels to the appropriate size andshape.
• Select and prepare the necessary materials, includingfasteners, adhesives, and sealants.
• Install ACM panels on building facades, signage, or otherstructures, ensuring alignment, level, and secure fastening.
• Secure panels with appropriate systems (e.g., rivets,screws, adhesives, or clip systems).
• Use safety equipment and procedures while working at heightsor on scaffolding.
• Ensure all panels are installed with precision and meetaesthetic and functional requirements.
• Inspect finished installations for alignment, gaps, and anydefects.
• Conduct routine quality checks to ensure work complies withsafety and building codes.
• Assist with maintenance and repairs of installed ACM panelswhen needed.
• Troubleshoot any issues related to the installation orperformance of the panels.
• Measure, cut, and install insulated metal panels (IMPs) onbuilding exteriors, roofs, and walls. Ensure that panels are correctly aligned,fastened securely, and meet project specifications.
• Transport and manage materials, ensuring proper storage andhandling to avoid damage. Safely transport panels to the installation locationusing cranes, lifts, or other equipment.
• Follow all safety regulations and wear personal protectiveequipment (PPE) such as helmets, gloves, safety shoes, and fall protection gearwhen working at heights.
• Prepare installation areas, including clearing debris,setting up scaffolding, or operating lifts and other tools to facilitate theinstallation of panels.
• Ensure that the panels are properly installed with attentionto detail, ensuring a weather-tight seal, and correct alignment with thebuilding structure.
• Inspect panels before and after installation for anydefects, damages, or misalignments. Troubleshoot issues and correct anydiscrepancies during installation.
• Work with a team of installers, contractors, and projectmanagers to ensure the project progresses smoothly and within the scheduledtimeline.
• Maintain cleanliness on the job site and ensure tools,equipment, and vehicles are kept in good working condition.
• Ensure all installation practices comply with local buildingcodes, energy efficiency standards, and safety regulations.

Skills

• Proficiency in using tools and machinery for cutting,shaping, and securing ACM panels.
• Precision in measurements, cuts, and installations.
• Previous experience in installing insulated metal panels orsimilar construction work is preferred.
• Experience with other types of cladding/building facades isa plus.
• Ability to identify and address problems duringinstallation, such as panel misalignments or material defects.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, heights, and physicallydemanding environments. Ability to lift and carry heavy materials and metalpanels.
• High attention to detail in the alignment, installation, andfinishing of panels to ensure a quality result.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members,supervisors, and clients regarding safety concerns, project updates, andprogress.

Qualifications / Preferred Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of experience safely installing ACM and IMP panels.
• Knowledge and understanding of construction safety devicesand PPE

Key Competencies:

• Self-motivated to grow personally and professionally throughon-going education as a result of the rate of change in the position.
• Conscientious with customers in areas such as meetingcustomer needs, wants & expectations.
• Ability to make decisions that promote successful outcomesfor employees, customers, and/or the organization
• Ability to successfully adapt (personally andprofessionally) to changes in the internal and external environment
• Ability to build a relationship with another person or groupthrough effective communication skills (listening, speaking & behaving).
• Ability to focus on and meet target goals and objectives.
• Ability to work effectively and productively as a member ofa cross-functional team
• Proactively defining & resolving problems before theybecome an issue, and identifying & resolving identified problems foroptimum results
• Ability to manage one's internal states, impulses andresources.

Work Environment

Carpenters work indoors and outdoors on many types ofconstruction projects, with varying degrees of exposure to the elements. Thismay include extreme heat (>85 degrees for longer than one hour of exposure),extreme cold (<32 degrees for longer than one hour of exposure), excessivehumidity and noise. Some hazards may be present such as proximity to movingmechanical parts, electrical current, toxic/caustic chemicals, andslippery/uneven walking surfaces.

Company Standards

• The employee will represent the Company in a positive,professional manner with fellow employees and within the communities served.
• The employee will encourage and maintain teamwork throughoutthe company and will communicate all pertinent information in a timely andeffective manner.
• The employee will endeavor to maintain our integrity byembracing high ethical standards and adhering to company policies.
• Consistently demonstrates Company’s Guiding Values ofQuality, Customer Satisfaction, Integrity, Teamwork, and Community.

Klover Benefits

• MedicalInsurance (opt-out and $40 goes back into every weekly paycheck)
• MedicalGap Insurance (picks up deductibles on medical plans)
• DentalInsurance
• VisionInsurance
• BasicLife and AD&D Insurance
• BasicShort-Term Disability
• VoluntaryLong-Term Disability
• EmployeeAssistance Program
• 401K
• EmployeeReferral Program (Klover employee receives $1000.00 and thereferral will receive $500.00 IF BOTH THE KLOVER EMPLOYEE AND REFERRALSTAY PAST 180 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT)

The following PA Act 153 clearances, or proof ofapplication of clearances, are required beginning employment and as a conditionof continued employment: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check FBI Fingerprint CriminalBackground Check Obtaining the required clearances is completed as part of the new hire process.

Klover Contracting Inc. expressly prohibits any form ofworkplace harassment of any kind. Klover is committed to providing equalemployment opportunities and employing an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Klover Contracting, Inc. provides equal employmentopportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment withoutregard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age,gender identify, veteran or disability status. In addition to federal lawrequirements, Klover Contracting, Inc. complies with applicable state and locallaws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which thecompany has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions ofemployment.

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