Journey-level Carpenter

R&H Construction; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

R&H Construction in Portland, OR is seeking a Journey-level Carpenter to safely build, remodel, install, and repair structures using wood, steel, and concrete. You will read plans, measure accurately, and lead small crews on diverse on-site projects.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and high-quality workmanship, with opportunities to mentor apprentices and grow within a Portland-based office and on-site projects within a 50-mile radius.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow OR-OSHA and R&H safety practices.
• Comprehensive knowledge of commercial construction processes and techniques.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret building plans/drawings/specifications.
• Detail-oriented with an analytical approach to solving problems.
• Advanced experience using construction hand and power tools.
• Take a collaborative and proactive approach to solving problems.
• Takes personal responsibility for issues that arise.
• Attention to quality with ability to put accurate work product in place.
• Ability to put work product in place in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Lead small teams and direct work of carpenters, apprentice carpenters and carpenter helpers.
• Read and interpret building plans/drawings/specifications.
• Accurately measure and perform layout according to plans/specs.
• Frame using wood and/or metal studs.
• Install doors, hardware, windows, siding, cabinets, fixtures, and millwork.
• Attach covering materials such as plywood sheathing, wallboard, and paneling.
• Repair building envelopes.
• Install/reinforce flashings and waterproofing materials.
• Perform additional assignments as requested by the Workforce Manager or Site Supervisor.

Skills

Safety practices

Plan reading

Layout/measurement

Team leadership

Problem solving

Quality workmanship

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Apprenticeship program a plus

Commercial construction safety knowledge/training

Tools

Construction hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Brief Description

A Journey-level Carpenter is responsible for safely building, remodeling, installing, and repairing structures, fixtures, and other items using different types of materials including wood, steel, and concrete.

• Responsible for your own safety and the safety of others working around you. As a journey-level carpenter you will be expected to set an example of how to work safely in the field and respectfully correct any safety issues you see on site.


• Participate in job site safety meetings and discussions


• Safely operate construction tools and equipment, inspect prior to use


• Complete safety pre-task plans


• Read and interpret building plans/drawings/specifications


• Accurately measure and perform layout according to plans/specs


• Lead small teams and direct work of carpenters, apprentice carpenters and carpenter helpers


• Mentor and train carpenters, apprentice carpenters and carpenter helpers


• Install reinforcement bar


• Frame using wood and/or metal studs


• Install doors, hardware, windows, siding, cabinets, fixtures, and millwork


• Attach covering materials such as plywood sheathing, wallboard, and paneling


• Repair building envelopes


• Install/Replace flashings


• Install/apply waterproofing materials


• Perform additional assignments as requested by the Workforce Manager or Site Supervisor

Brief Description

A Journey-level Carpenter is responsible for safely building, remodeling, installing, and repairing structures, fixtures, and other items using different types of materials including wood, steel, and concrete.

Essential Duties Include

• Responsible for your own safety and the safety of others working around you. As a journey-level carpenter you will be expected to set an example of how to work safely in the field and respectfully correct any safety issues you see on site.


• Participate in job site safety meetings and discussions


• Safely operate construction tools and equipment, inspect prior to use


• Complete safety pre-task plans


• Read and interpret building plans/drawings/specifications


• Accurately measure and perform layout according to plans/specs


• Lead small teams and direct work of carpenters, apprentice carpenters and carpenter helpers


• Mentor and train carpenters, apprentice carpenters and carpenter helpers


• Install reinforcement bar


• Frame using wood and/or metal studs


• Perform interior finish carpentry


• Install doors, hardware, windows, siding, cabinets, fixtures, and millwork


• Perform demolition


• Attach covering materials such as plywood sheathing, wallboard, and paneling


• Repair building envelopes


• Install/Replace flashings


• Install/apply waterproofing materials


• Perform additional assignments as requested by the Workforce Manager or Site Supervisor

Requirements

Qualifications/Skills

• Ability to follow OR-OSHA and R&H safety practices


• Comprehensive knowledge of commercial construction processes and techniques


• Basic knowledge of spoken and written English, sufficient to understand instructions


• Advanced ability to read and interpret building plans/drawings/specifications


• Detail-oriented with an analytical approach to solving problems


• Advanced experience using construction hand and power tools


• Take a collaborative and proactive approach to solving problems


• Takes personal responsibility for issues that arise


• Attention to quality with ability to put accurate work product in place


• Ability to put work product in place in a timely manner


• Ability to solve math equations

Education/Experience

• Commercial construction safety knowledge / training


• 4+ Years of carpentry experience in varied disciplines


• High School Diploma or GED preferred


• Apprenticeship program a plus

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibility; however, the incumbent may lead or direct the work of small teams. Employees receive general instructions from a supervisor who reviews work upon completion for safe practices, quality, and timeliness.

Physical Activities

Key: Rarely (0-20%), Occasionally (21-50%), Frequently (51-80%), and Continuously (81+%)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to:

• Rarely crawling


• Occasional bending/stooping


• Occasional kneeling


• Occasional climbing


• Frequent repetitive motion of hands/wrists


• Frequently push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 lbs.


• Continuous standing, walking (frequently on uneven surfaces)Continuous grasping

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Additionally, there is frequent sitting/standing at a desk.

Work Environment

This position generally requires 8 hours a day. The workweek is Monday-Friday and occasionally on weekends/nights depending on the project. This position is based out of our Portland office, but the incumbent would be required to work on jobsites within a 50-mile radius from our office. In addition, the position sometimes may require travel out side of that area. This position requires work in the outdoors in all types of weather. It requires walking, standing, bending, and stooping for extended periods, at times in confined spaces. Work occurs on ladders, scaffolds, and other above ground locations. Employees may be exposed to dust, fumes, noise and unpleasant variation in temperature. Work requires lifting and carrying heavy objects. Some positions require working around chemicals and caustic compounds. R&H will provide all necessary personal protective equipment to keep you safe.