General Laborer - Modular Manufacturing

Kids for the Future; Paris (ME); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a General Carpenter Laborer to assist skilled carpenters and production teams in modular home construction. The role involves handling materials, preparing work areas, and supporting assembly on site.

Responsibilities include cutting, measuring, loading materials, and maintaining a clean workspace while following safety procedures and using PPE. This full-time position offers growth in a modular construction environment with physical labor responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or carpentry preferred (0–2 years).
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.
• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Must perform labor-intensive tasks with physical stamina.
• Adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Experience in indoor modular construction environments.
• Exposure to dust, noise, and temperature variations.
• Work on concrete floors and elevated platforms.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of materials and tools.
• PPE: gloves, hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection.

Responsibilities

• Assist carpenters with cutting, measuring, and assembling structural components.
• Load, unload, and transport lumber, panels, and materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Carry, position, and hold materials during installation.
• Operate hand and power tools under supervision.
• Support setup of scaffolding, ladders, and platforms.
• Follow all safety procedures and PPE usage.
• Assist in inspecting materials and completed work for quality and accuracy.

Skills

Safety PPE knowledge

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Reading instructions

Measurement and cutting

Team collaboration

Lifting heavy materials

Use of hand and power tools

Foundation carpentry basics

Job description

• Location 300 Park Street,South Paris, ME, 04281,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt - FT
• Manage Others No

Description

The General Carpenter Laborer assists skilled carpenters and production teams in modular home construction. This role includes handling materials, preparing work areas, assisting with assembly, and performing general labor tasks to support efficient and safe production.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist carpenters with cutting, measuring, and assembling structural components
• Load, unload, and transport lumber, panels, and materials
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Carry, position, and hold materials during installation
• Operate hand and power tools under supervision
• Support setup of scaffolding, ladders, and platforms
• Follow all safety procedures and use required PPE
• Assist in inspecting materials and completed work for quality and accuracy

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in construction or carpentry preferred
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools
• Physical stamina and strength for labor-intensive tasks
• Understanding of safety procedures and PPE requirements
• Indoor modular construction facility or active production floor
• Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and temperature variations
• Work on concrete floors, ladders, or elevated platforms
• Frequent handling of construction materials and tools
• Required use of PPE including gloves, hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing protection
• Frequent lifting/carrying:20-40 lbs (lumber, panels, tools)
• Occasional lifting:40-75 lbs (doors, cabinetry, larger materials)
• Rare/team lifting:75-100+ lbs (large assemblies, trusses, or panels with assistance)

Physical Activity & Frequency

Constant (67-100% of shift)

• Standing and walking on production floor or platforms (6-10+ hours/day)
• Repetitive hand and arm use (moving materials, assisting carpenters)
• Visual focus for material placement and measurement

Frequent (34-66% of shift)

• Bending, stooping, and twisting
• Reaching (including overhead when assisting with framing or roof components)
• Lifting and carrying materials (20-40 lbs)
• Climbing ladders, stairs, or platforms

Occasional (1-33% of shift)

• Kneeling or crouching for floor-level or low wall tasks
• Extended overhead or awkward-position work
• Assisting with team lifting of trusses, large panels, or roof sections

Physical Capability Requirements

• Strength and endurance for repetitive lifting, carrying, and positioning of materials
• Manual dexterity for handling tools and assisting in assembly
• Good balance and coordination on ladders, platforms, and uneven surfaces
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production needs

Equal Opportunity & Accommodation

We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Acknowledgement

Position duties and expectations change over time. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive, exclusive or exhaustive list of the job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the Company. If there is ever a time that you are unsure what is expected of you, you are expected to meet with your manager and ask questions. If you are unsure how to perform a certain task, ask your manager before performing.