What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Trades-Carpenter position at Lakewood Construction?
While we are not currently hiring for this position, we welcome the submission of resumes for future consideration. Please note that submitting a resume does not guarantee an interview or employment. We will keep your information on file and may reach out if a suitable opportunity becomes available.
About Lakewood :
Lakewood Construction is a premier design-build construction firm in West Michigan. With in-house teams of real estate experts, architects, designers, builders, steel crew and carpenters, we provide our clients with an unparalleled commitment to excellence. Our portfolio spans high-profile commercial, industrial, office, and municipal projects-we are passionate about making a true difference for the businesses and organizations in our community.
We are proud of the culture and team environment here at Lakewood. From all different backgrounds and experiences, we are recognized as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in West Michigan and the US. We are honest, hardworking, and highly collaborative-we always have each other's backs. From clients to team members to subcontractors, we seek to be the best to work with and for.
Summary of Position :
The Carpenter will build, erect, install, and repair forms, structures, and other fixtures made from wood and other materials as needed to assist with various types of construction projects.
Responsibilities :
- Measures, marks, and arranges materials to established layout based on blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
- Cuts and shapes structures, forms, or other fixtures from wood, plastic, fiberglass, or drywall.
- Uses various hand and power tools to securely build assigned projects.
- Joins materials with the most appropriate nail, screw, staple, or adhesive.
- Ensures the accuracy of work by checking completed projects with tools such as levels, surveying equipment, or framing squares; corrects problems as needed.
- Creates wooden forms for pouring concrete or for tunnels, bridges, or sewer construction projects.
- Erects and dismantles scaffolding.
- Installs windows and doors.
- Adheres to local building and safety codes and guidelines.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Benefits :
We love what we do, and we take care of our people. Some of the exceptional benefits we're proud to provide our team include :