Traveling Carpenter: Formwork & Wood Installations

Wharton-Smith, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton-Smith, Inc. is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join our Southeast team. The candidate will perform carpentry work across projects in W.

Columbia, SC, Florence, SC, Sanford, NC and Asheville, NC, reading blueprints and specifications to build and install structures and forms. Responsibilities include measuring, cutting, erecting forms, scaffolding, and installing building components while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Formal carpentry training or apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum of three years of carpentry or related construction experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and project specifications.
• Knowledge of carpentry techniques, construction materials, tools, and equipment.
• Proficiency in measuring, layout, cutting, and assembling construction materials.
• Ability to safely and effectively operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to follow project specifications, instructions, safety standards, and established procedures.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a construction team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine dimensions, materials, and construction requirements.
• Measure, mark, cut, and assemble lumber, plywood, and other materials according to project specifications.
• Construct, install, and brace concrete forms for piers, footings, walls, and other structures.
• Construct and install scaffolding, ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms, and gangways.
• Construct trestles, cofferdams, falsework, temporary shelters, and other temporary structures as required.
• Install door and window bucks, subflooring, sheathing, plaster grounds, and other building components.
• Construct and install wooden supports and other temporary structures used during construction.
• Drill and install epoxy anchors and reinforce steel for equipment installation.
• Assist with the installation of miscellaneous metal components, including stairs, handrails, and platforms.
• Select and safely operate appropriate hand and power tools and equipment.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets project specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized condition.
• Follow company and jobsite safety requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Provide guidance and assistance to Carpenter Helpers as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Carpentry

Construction safety

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Carpentry training or apprenticeship

Job description

Wharton-Smith, Inc. is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join our Southeast team. The candidate will perform carpentry work across projects in W.

Columbia, SC, Florence, SC, Sanford, NC and Asheville, NC, reading blueprints and specifications to build and install structures and forms. Responsibilities include measuring, cutting, erecting forms, scaffolding, and installing building components while maintaining safety and quality.