Shop Apprentice

Title:

Shop Apprentice

Company Overview

Bridge City Design-Build delivers customized solutions in the construction and design space with a seamless experience from concept to delivery and backed by the highest level of expertise. The company was founded in 2018, built from a framework of redefining the construction and renovation experience by leading with professionalism, quality, and collaboration. Bridge City provides services for both commercial and residential projects in the Greater Pittsburgh region, offering solutions that employ the full design-build model as well as individual services in design, construction, and manufacturing.

Today, Bridge City is looking for both part-time and full-time candidates with the opportunity for overtime when necessary. For some jobs, travel may be required; however, a majority of our jobs are within 20 miles of our office on the North Side in Pittsburgh.

The salary for employees is commensurate with experience and level of skills. Candidates must have their own reliable source of transportation. We have plenty of work to get done; therefore, one will not get bored here! If you have a passion of seeing your projects through until the end and the motivation to work hard, apply today!

Job Overview:

Bridge City Design Build is seeking highly motivated shop employees who can help perform and oversee areas such as CNC Router operation, building casework, specialty millwork, and finishing cabinetry parts. As a Shop Apprentice, you will be required to create and assemble products made of wood and/or related materials. This individual will perform hand or machine work needed to layout, cut, shape, and assemble products (such as: cabinet doors, frames, trim, moldings, and fixtures) from rough sketches, drawings, or as directed. Shop Apprentices will also be instructed to set up and operate a variety of woodworking machines, such as CNC routers, edge banders, panel saws, power saws, jointers, planers and shapers. In addition, this role may occasionally make visits to residential projects for minor millwork projects, repairs, and general carpentry tasks.

Roles:

• Use a tape measure proficiently and understand dimensions for finishing a product.
• Work independently and be detail oriented.
• Have the ability to read shop drawings and work orders.
• Produce quality custom cabinets and specialized millwork.
• Handle woodworking equipment and tools proficiently and safely.
• Meet production goals with precision.
• Answer questions and give guidance to employees when they have questions while troubleshooting.
• Ensure company and customer satisfaction through professional appearance, expert workmanship and polite communication.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
• Examines materials and products for defects, finish, and grade, and accuracy of dimensions.
• Maintains workstation in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion, and performs job duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Utilize woodworking tools to complete custom projects.
• Identify concerns or problems with current design or manufacturing process.
• Able to multi-task, tolerate and manage changes in priorities and deadlines.
• Be flexible and adaptable and understand that you are part of a team.
• Adhere to safety practices to ensure safe and proper use of all tools and machinery.
• Be able to lift 50-75 lbs. pounds regularly and safely.

Machinery experience:

• CNC router
• Edgebander
• Panel Saw
• Table saws
• Miter Saws
• Shapers

Requirements:

• Experience with cabinet shop equipment including, but not limited to, planers, shapers, table saws and miter saw.
• Experience in a woodworking or cabinet shop required.
• Ability to construct/assemble cabinets, cabinet components.
• Understanding of basic math.
• Ability to read Architectural/Shop drawings.
• Understanding and adherence to safety requirements and standards of the millwork trade.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to meet team and individual deadlines for key projects & tasks.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain a consistent teamwork mentality.

Salary:

• $18-$23 an hour

Pay Frequency:

• Bi-Weekly

Benefits:

• 401K Match
• Paid holidays
• Aflac available
• Disability Insurance
• Life insurance available
• Flexible schedule possible
• Health/vision/dental available

Job Type:

• Part-time/Full-time

License:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location:

• Primarily within 20 miles of our Northshore office in Pittsburgh, PA

Typical shift days:

• Monday-Thursday
• Overtime available

EEOC Statement

Bridge City Design Build is an Equal opportunity Employer which means it will comply with all laws prohibiting discrimination against employees and applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, or veterans' status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 6% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 4x10
• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $23