Rodbuster

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Osceola (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. is seeking a construction worker to perform carpentry and general labor tasks at job sites in the Southeast and Central United States.

The role involves following blueprints, cutting and assembling wood structures, and installing forms and scaffolding with a focus on safety and quality. Applicants should have 3+ years in construction, ability to lift 50 pounds, and pass required background checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in construction work.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Must be 18 years or older and pass background/drug screening as required.

Responsibilities

• Examine blueprints and specifications to determine dimensions of structure.
• Measure boards, timbers, or plywood and mark cutting lines.
• Saw boards and plywood panels to required sizes.
• Use carpentry hand tools such as hammers, levels, squares, screwdrivers, and pry bars.
• Nail cleats across boards to construct concrete-supporting forms.
• Brace forms in place with timbers and anchor bolts for building concrete piers and walls.
• Erect chutes for placing concrete.
• Cut and assemble timbers to build trestles and cofferdams.
• Erect scaffolding and install ladders, handrails, platforms, and gangways.
• May install door and window bucks in building framework and masonry walls.
• Fit and nail sheathing on outer walls and roofs.

Skills

Carpentry basics

Physical stamina

Blueprint reading

Tools

Hammer

Tape Measure

Speed Square

2’ Level

4’ Level

Pliers

Chalk Box

Job description

Position Description

Since its foundation in 1986, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. has grown from a small, local company into one of the largest privately held companies based in South Carolina. Our diverse services portfolio includes capital projects, power services, maintenance services, disaster recovery, hydro consulting, and commercial construction. We believe in investing in our employees to help them reach their professional goals, as well as their personal goals. Thompson promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development, along with a safety culture that never waivers.

Thompson is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina, with offices spanning the United States, primarily the southeast and central United States.

Constructs, erects, installs and repairs structures and fixtures of wooden structures, such as concrete forms, scaffolds, tunnel and sewer supports, and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or oral instructions. These duties are to be performed in a safe and timely manner with the highest quality possible.

Job Responsibilities

• Examine blueprints and specifications to determine dimensions of structure.
• Measure boards, timbers, or plywood, using square, measuring tape, and ruler, and marks cutting lines on materials using pencil and scriber.
• Saw boards and plywood panels to required sizes.
• Use carpentry hand tools such as hammers, levels, squares, screw drivers, adjustable wrenches, hand and power saws, drill motors and pry bars.
• Nail cleats (braces) across boards to construct concrete-supporting forms.
• Brace forms in place with timbers, tie rods, and anchor bolts for use in building concrete piers, footings, and walls.
• Erect chutes for placing concrete.
• Cut and assemble timbers to build trestles and cofferdams.
• Erect scaffolding for buildings and other structures and install ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms, and gangways.
• May install door and window bucks (rough frames in which finished frames are inserted) in designated positions in building framework including masonry walls.
• Fit and nail sheathing on outer walls and roofs of buildings.
• Set and brace anchor bolts.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Position Requirements

• Preferred 3 years’ experience working in the construction field
• Minimum Required Tool List:
• 1 each Tool Pouch
• 1 each Claw Hammer
• 1 each 12” Crescent Wrench
• 1 each Tape Measure
• 1 each Speed Square
• 1 each 2’ and 4’ Level
• 1 each Wire Pliers
• 1 each Chalk Box
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively
• Work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments
• 40 or more hours per week with possible weekend work
• Background check and drug screen based on job location/requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

• We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.