Traveling Concrete Carpenter - Finisher

Robinson Construction Company; West Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm is looking for a skilled Carpenter responsible for constructing and finishing concrete structures in West Fargo, North Dakota. Key responsibilities include reading blueprints, coordinating layouts, and ensuring all work meets quality standards. Ideal candidates should have three years of carpentry experience and a high school diploma or GED. The position may require odd hours and travel to project sites across the nation. Overtime may also be expected with some weekends or holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Successful completion of a carpentry apprenticeship program preferred.
• Three or more years proven construction carpentry experience required.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and drawings to grasp requirements.
• Coordinate construction layout with Foreman.
• Assemble forms and other materials for concrete.
• Install and finish concrete as required.
• Measure and calculate needed materials.
• Smooth surfaces using various tools.
• Ensure all work meets safety and quality standards.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Skills

Carpentry techniques

Basic mathematics

Tool and equipment proficiency

Teamwork

Effective communication

Layout visualization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Carpentry apprenticeship completion

Tools

Tool Belt

Claw Hammer

Tape Measure (30–35’)

Chalk Line

Carpenter’s Pencil

Utility Knife

Tin Snips

Nail Bar

Speed Square

Framing Square

Levels / Plumb Bob

Wood Chisel

Job description

This position is responsible for constructing, forming, placing, and finishing concrete structures to meet project specifications, ensuring quality workmanship, structural integrity, and adherence to all safety standards.

Essential Responsibilities

• Reads blueprints, drawings, and sketches to fully grasp requirements.
• Coordinates with Foreman to configure construction layout.
• Assembles and secures forms, wood structures, sheet metal, and other various materials.
• 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.
• Assists 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 safety policies and procedures.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Successful completion of a carpentry apprenticeship program preferred.
• Three or more years proven construction carpentry experience required.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics and its applications.
• Skill in the standard use of tools and equipment of the profession.
• 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.
• Ability to visualize a layout by looking at plans and prints.

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.
• Stoop, lay, bend or squat for long periods of time.

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.

Other Important Information

• Travel will be required. Must be willing to travel and work from project sites on a nationwide basis for long periods of time.
• Overtime, shiftwork, some weekends and holidays may be required.

Required Tools

• Tool Belt
• Claw Hammer
• Tape Measure (30–35’)
• Chalk Line
• Carpenter’s Pencil
• Utility Knife
• Tin Snips
• Nail Bar
• Speed Square
• Framing Square
• Levels / Plumb Bob
• Wood Chisel

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.