Rough Carpenter

Schutte Excavating, Inc.; Greensburg (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Illness/accident coverage

Employee assistance program

Simple IRA match up to 3%

Paid commute to job sites

Cell phone allowance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Boot allowance

Uniforms

Quarterly safety bonus

PPE provided

Employer tools

Job summary

Schutte Excavating, Inc. in Greensburg, IN is seeking a rough carpenter to read blueprints, measure materials, and build structures on commercial sites within a 60-mile radius. The role emphasizes accurate carpentry, teamwork, and safety, with a focus on projects related to storm sewer, sidewalks, and concrete work.

Requirements include 3+ years of carpentry experience and a valid driver's license. The position is full-time with competitive wages and a strong benefits package, including health

Qualifications

• 3+ years of strong carpentry experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Team player with safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to determine materials and measurements.
• Rough carpentry with hand and power tools.
• Manual labor 8+ hours daily, lifting 25+ lbs, working in varying weather.
• Hand digging, raking gravel, setting forms, using hand tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and stay safety conscious.
• Collaborate with team and problem-solve on site.

Skills

Carpentry

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Physical stamina

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

What to Expect with this Position:

Schutte Excavating is located in Greensburg, IN. Our company has been steadily growing over the last several years and are looking to expand our workforce. Schutte Excavating’s focus is on Community Development Block Grant Projects, Storm Sewer Projects, General Construction Management, Concrete Construction, Site Development. We travel within a 60-mile radius of Greensburg. Current position we are looking to fill is rough carpenter. This position would encompass the ability to read and interpret blueprint and drawings and determine specific materials and measurements needed for a project. The 3+ years of strong carpentry experience.

• Comprehending and completing tasks given to you in an efficient manner.
• Rough carpentry skills including cutting and shaping wood using hand and power tools.
• Manual physical labor for 8+ hours a day, lifting 25+ lbs frequently, bending, twisting, etc. and ability to adapt to changing weather conditions.
• Hand digging, raking gravel, setting forms, use of hand tools.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area, staying busy.
• Be safety conscious.

To be successful in this role, a rough carpenter should have the ability to work with precision. They should also have good problem-solving skills and the ability to work well in a team.

The physical demands of the job may require the ability to lift heavy objects, stand for long periods of time, and work in a variety of weather conditions.

Required to hold a valid driver's license.

Schutte Excavating has long offered competitive wages and benefits to employees. We feel confident that we have one of the best compensation packages around.

Pre-Employment Drug Screen, Background Check, E-Verify

Rough Carpenter hourly rate depending on experience and references.

Even better (but not required) if:

• You have a Class A CDL

What’s in it for you:

• Benefits Offered for Full-Time Employees
  • 100% health, dental, vision, life, disability, and illness/accident premium coverage after 30 days
  • Employee assistance program
• Financial support
  • Traditional and Roth options Simple IRA with 100% match up to 3%
  • Paid commute to job sites
  • Personal cell phone allowance
• Work/Life balance
  • While other companies may have you working 60-70 hours a week and spending extended time away from home, we average 40-43 hours per week and stay within a 60-mile radius of Greensburg
  • 8 paid holidays plus a paid week off between Christmas and New Years
  • 1 week PTO for years 1-4 with an increasing schedule thereafter

• Workwear/Gear
  • PPE (Hardhat, gloves, safety glasses, ear protection)
  • Company owned hand and power tools for use.
  • Started set of Hi-Vis shirts and vest
• Probationary Period Eligibility & Incentives
  • Annual Boot Allowance (6 months)
  • Uniforms (3 months)
  • Quarterly Safety Bonus (6 months)

FAQs

• What is the typical schedule? Monday - Friday; 7:30 - 4:00 (start and end times may need to vary at times)
• What are some of the specific projects you do? We do commercial projects like laying sewer and sanitary pipes, running water lines, and lots of concrete work (sidewalks, curbs, roads, and decorative). We also move dirt and use GPS for grading.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace and creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We comply with all applicable laws governing EEO and affirmative action, and we ensure that all employment decisions are made solely based on job-related qualifications and merit.