Apprentice Carpenter

Job Description Summary: Handle materials, clean construction area, prep and use of basic hand tools, remain attentive to achieve trade knowledge and skill. Support activities at all Swinerton job-sites as directed. Job Description: ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITES AND DUTIES: Clean work areas, machines, or equipment, to maintain a clean and safe job site Retrieve tools for other carpenters Understand and use of basic hand and power tools Maintain a clean construction area Select tools, equipment, or materials from storage and transport items to work site Material handling for carpenters Construct and/or build small carpentry projects at the discretion of the responsible journeyman carpenter(s) Learn to read blueprints, architectural drawings and construction layouts Perform tie spacing layout and measure, mark, drill or cut Fasten timbers or lumber with glue, screws, pegs, or nails and install hardware Drill holes in timbers or lumber Cut lumber, plywood or forms with skill-saw Position and hold timbers, lumber, or paneling in place for fastening or cutting Align, straighten, plumb, or square forms for installation Hold plumb bobs, sighting rods, or other equipment to aid in establishing reference points and lines Erect scaffolding, shoring, or braces Assist carpenters with layout Complete other responsibilities as assigned SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to learn new skills with attention to detail Lift and/or pull 50lbs., Climb ladders, work off ladders, man lifts or other equipment Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time, fully squat, bend or kneel while wearing a tool belt Capable of working in a variety of weather conditions Uphold Swinerton Core Values of Integrity, Leadership, Passion and Excellence at all times Adhere to all OSHA and Swinerton safety practices and procedures About Us Swinerton provides commercial construction services throughout the United States, delivering innovative solutions and outstanding service to our customers for time-tested buildings and facilities. Over our 136-year history, Swinerton has earned a strong reputation as the Premier Builder in the West. As a 100% employee-owned quality contractor, we hire the best people, give them exceptional training, and provide robust opportunities for professional growth. Swinerton has built a strong reputation as an employee-owned quality contractor. We hire the best people, give them exceptional training and provide them with the opportunities and the responsibilities that allow them to learn and develop professionally. Swinerton values and recognizes our employees as the essential ingredient to our lasting success. As a 100% employee-owned company, we invest greatly in the personal and professional well-being of our people. Together, we have created an excellent place to work; when people join Swinerton, they tend to stay. We strive for a positive work environment that encourages outstanding performance while making room for fun. We also believe that happy, healthy employees lead to a highly productive company, and we are proud to offer a robust benefits package to support individual and collective success. www.swinerton.com Swinerton is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Minority, Women, Disability, and Veteran Employer. Our Company is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We have a commitment to provide equal hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, layoff and recall benefits to all individuals without regard to gender, race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital or domestic partner status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state laws or local ordinance or regulation. We are committed to the safety and security of everyone interested in our company–including those who visit us online. Please note that Swinerton will only invite you to submit work history and personal information related to employment through our career portal WorkDay (which requires the set-up of a login) and communication will only come from individuals with an email address ending in @swinerton.com. If you receive fraudulent communication please inform us by emailing reportissues@swinerton.com .