Carpenter - Journeyman/Junior

Job Summary: 

We are seeking both Junior Carpenters and experienced Journeyman Carpenters to join our team. The Carpenter is responsible for executing through leadership direction all aspects of carpentry from frame to finish including an always-growing understanding of all trades involved in the building process.  May carry out building-related tasks independently with direction from Master Carpenters. This position is expected to pass knowledge to other team members and is willing to assist as needed in all tasks. 

Primary Duties: 

• May assist in reading blueprints and designs to work to specifications prepared by other construction professionals, architects, and building code recommendations. 
• May assist the team with keeping track of project timelines. 
• Consistently communicates job, labor, and training needs to the designated site foreman or Project Manager. 
• Responsible for passing knowledge to other team members and willing to assist in all tasks.
• Adheres to local building and safety codes and guidelines.
• Follows Relax & Company’s quality standards throughout the entire building process.
• Install wooden structures such as rafters, partitions, joists, and stud work.
• Interior and exterior trim, installing cabinets, shelving, built-in furniture, drywall, and insulation.
• Adding fixtures and fittings such as door handles, locks, and hinges.
• Check and maintain Relax & Company equipment.
• Load and unload materials and supplies, when necessary.
• Communicate materials needed to the designed site foreman or Project Manager. 
• Willingness to work occasional on-call evenings and weekends.
• Utilize work order and purchase order processes as outlined by Relax & Company protocols.
• Based on project schedule deadline needs, some occasional weekend or overtime work may be necessary.
• Relax & Company has the opportunity to be part of a rotating schedule, sometimes including on-call, evenings, and weekends for additional compensation.

Secondary Duties:

• Assists with building forms for pouring concrete.
• Assists with preparing job sites by transporting needed tools and equipment from the storage facility.
• Assist with loading and unloading building materials to be used on construction projects.
• Part of the team to build and disassemble scaffolding, bracing, and other temporary structures used on construction sites.
• Assists with removing debris and possible hazards to keep construction sites clean and safe.
• May dig trenches and holes needed in construction projects.

Skills: 

• Ability to read and understand blueprints. 
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of carpentry and construction techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn company software including Slack, Google Calendars/Docs/Sheets, and Job Trend.
• Understanding of carpentry principles and methods. 
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively.
• Ability to properly care for and use tools of the trade. 
• The ability to do basic to advanced math is necessary.
• Must be adaptable and a problem solver.

Education/Experience – Junior Carpenter: 

• High School diploma or equivalent desired. 
• 1 to 3 years of carpentry experience, is necessary. This position progresses toward becoming a Carpenter Journeyman I.
• Must be at least 18 years old with a valid Driver's License.
• On-the-job training offered.
• OSHA 10 certification is desired

Education/Experience – Journeyman I/II Carpenter 

• High School diploma or equivalent required. 
• 3 to 8 years of carpentry experience, is necessary. This position progresses toward becoming a Master Carpenter and requires less oversight.
• Must have experience using hand and power tools such as drills, chisels, sanders, saws, and nail guns.
• OSHA 10 certification is desired

 Physical Requirements: 

• Mechanical skills to use equipment, hand tools, and power tools, regularly.
• Physical stamina to handle the long hours of performing strenuous work during the day in hot or cold weather.
• Prolonged periods of standing, climbing, bending, and kneeling.
• Physical strength when performing heavy labor is required. Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds at a time.
• Must have manual dexterity, good balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.

Competencies: 

• Must be well-versed in all aspects of carpentry from frame to finish. Including working knowledge of layout and framing. 
• Must be able to read blueprints with confidence.
• Have a full understanding and can execute framing.
• Working knowledge of roofing, concrete, and drywall.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the order of operations and can anticipate the next steps in the construction process.
• Able to handle all aspects of construction at a high level of production pace. Includes setting the pace for motivating crews.