Traveling Building Carpenter

Robinson Construction Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Robinson Construction Company is looking for a dedicated construction professional in Atlanta, GA, responsible for constructing, erecting, installing, and maintaining various structures. Candidates should have knowledge of carpentry techniques and the ability to work in a team and independently.

The role requires reading blueprints, constructing walls, and installing architectural finishes while ensuring compliance with safety standards. This is an opportunity to work on commercial and heavy industrial construction projects.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of carpentry techniques and methods of installation.
• Ability to follow directions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work successfully as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Reads blueprints and coordinates construction layout.
• Constructs wood and metal stud walls and framing systems.
• Installs doors, frames, windows, and architectural finishes.
• Ensures all work meets quality standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of carpentry techniques

Skill in tool use

Ability to work independently and in teams

Basic mathematics skills

Tools

Tool Belt

Claw Hammer

Tape Measure

Chalk Line

Job description

This position is responsible for constructing, erecting, installing, repairing, and maintaining structures and building components on commercial and heavy industrial construction projects. This position performs a wide range of rough and finish carpentry duties, including framing, sheathing, siding, roofing, interior build‑outs, concrete formwork, and installation of doors, windows, and architectural components.

To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Responsibilities

• Reads blueprints, drawings and sketches to fully grasp requirements.
• Coordinates with Foreman to configure construction layout, establish grades, elevations, and dimensions.
• Assembles and secures forms, wood structures, sheet metal, and other various materials.
• Constructs wood and metal stud walls, floors, roofs, and structural framing systems.
• Installs exterior wall systems, sheathing, siding, insulation, and weather barriers.
• Installs doors, frames, windows, hardware, trim, and architectural finishes.
• Builds, erects, and dismantles concrete form systems for foundations, walls, columns, slabs, and equipment pads.
• Installs form work, places steel reinforcement, installs concrete, and finishes as needed for concrete construction.
• Takes measurements and calculates the size and amount of material needed.
• Cuts, shapes and smooths lumber and other material according to needed measurements.
• Places, levels, and finishes concrete using a variety of carpentry and finishing tools.
• Smooths and finishes surfaces using hand tools, floats, and power trowels.
• Ensures that all concrete work meets quality standards, project specifications, and safety requirements.
• Lays out flooring, roofing or drywalls ensuring they are leveled and compatible.
• Cuts or bores holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, or mains, using hand or power tools.
• May assist other trades, and/or other craft workers as needed or assigned.
• Inspects work sites for obstructions or holes that could cause structural weakness.
• Checks work and repairs or corrects any faults.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a safe workplace by following OSHSA guidelines as well as company and client safety policies and procedures.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction as well as basic mathematics and its applications.
• Skill in the standard use of tools and equipment of the profession and ability to visualize a layout by looking at plans and prints.
• Ability to work successfully as a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Ability to understand and follow directions, communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Working Conditions

• May be exposed to fumes, dust or other airborne particles & loud noises.
• Position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and vibrating machinery.
• May be exposed to extreme outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.

Physical Requirements

• Coordinate eye-hand movements with control and precision.
• Use hands and fingers fully; reach for, manipulate and feel objects; stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• Climb and maintain body balance on ladders, scaffolding, or high structures; and see and hear well (either naturally or with correction).
• Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds and stoop, lay, bend or squat for long periods of time.

Other Important Information

• Some travel, overtime, shift work, weekends and holidays may be required.

Required Tools

• Tool Belt
• Claw Hammer
• Tape Measure
• Chalk Line

Robinson Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We will provide equal opportunity to all applicants and prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job-related qualifications, ability and performance.