Carpenter

POSITION SUMMARY

The Construction 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

I. Duties / Responsibilies

Installing metal framing, drywall, drywall finisher, and acoustic ceilings

Installing millwork and trims or moldings making clean and precise angles

Installation of doors, frames, and related hardware

Stocking material in designated rooms, using care not to damage corners of cartons

Removing cutoffs and scrap to dumpster or recycle bin

Identifying any unsafe conditions and take appropriate action

Reviewing plans for proper millwork placement and review finish schedule for location of moldings and accessories

Laying out millwork plan using lasers to achieve accurate levelness, review architectural plans and finish schedule for details related to the installations

Adheres to local building and safety codes and guidelines.

Works well as part of a team.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

II. Appearance / Company Representation

Wears and cares for provided uniform.

Clean and well groomed.

Speaks articulately with tenants and vendors; remains compliant with confidentiality concerns.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; experience in the construction field, metal studs and drywall experience preferred but not required.

Must be 18 years of age.

Ability to understand direction and read blueprints

Ability to care for and use tools of the trade.

Thorough understanding of carpentry principles and methods.

Reliable transportation to get to jobsites throughout WNY required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the following physical demands are required :

Prolonged periods of stooping, standing, climbing, bending, and kneeling.

Must be able to safely work with sharp tools or power equipment.

Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.

Frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

WHY UNILAND?

Founded in 1974, Uniland has developed and built over 16 million sq. ft. of commercial real estate across the Buffalo & Rochester, NY markets with over 8 million sq. ft. under management today. At Uniland, our associates have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these Guiding Principles : Integrity, Professionalism, Excellence, Innovation, Customer Service and Team Focus.

At Uniland, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees, interns, and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local law.