Carpenter or Carpenter/Foreman

At Zernco, employee and client satisfaction come before profit. We ensure the success of our employees, clients and subcontractors by building long-lasting relationships and remaining committed to strong moral and ethical principles, values and always doing the right thing. Zernco does not accept mediocrity, and we do not expect our clients to either. By regularly investing in the latest technology and continuing education, and using client feedback as a tool for improvement, we strive to bring our clients an exceptional construction experience.

We are currently looking for a Carpenter to join our team, if what you have read about our company interests you then I encourage you to apply and Let's talk Zernco!

Job Purpose

Performs physical labor on construction and demolition sites, including preparing and cleaning up sites; operating hand and power tools; and loading/unloading materials. Constructs, repairs, restores, and installs structural woodwork or metal and related materials. This position is a traveling position, we work in 34 states as a General Contractor and need our field support to travel to any/all states we do business in.

Knowledge and Experience

• OSHA 10 required within the first 60 days of employment.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA standards and construction safety procedures
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or one to three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Experience and license to operate rough terrain forklift, bobcat, and lifts highly desired.
• CPR and First Aid certified highly desired. 
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in rough and finished carpentry in commercial settings.
• Basic knowledge of building codes and requirements.

Performance Expectations

• Ability and willingness to travel nationwide up to 100% , we are committed to getting our traveling employees home twice per month. 
• Attends weekly safety meetings. Performs work in compliance with all safety rules and procedures. Recognizes and alerts Superintendent of hazards or safety concerns.
• Constructs, repairs, restores, and installs structures such as floors, doors, walls, windows, stairways, furniture, cabinets, shelves, kitchen equipment, and roofs.
• Operates and performs preventative maintenance on hand and power saws, planers, lathes, joiners, shapers, drills, sanders, and a variety of hand tools.
• Installs locks, knobs, hinges, closures, and other fixtures to structures.
• Installs siding, drywall, insulation, tile, and other wall or floor coverings.
• Installs and repairs molding and trim of windows, doors, baseboards, mantels, and other ornamental pieces to ensure quality finished work.
• Checks work to ensure it is compliant with codes and specifications.
• Cleans equipment, shop area, and work site area daily to eliminate possible hazards.
• Loads, unloads, and identifies building materials and tools and distributes them to the appropriate locations according to Foreman’s and/or Superintendent’s instructions.
• Erects and disassembles scaffolding, traffic barricades, ramps, and other temporary structures.
• Positions, joins, aligns, and seals structural components.
• Builds and positions forms for pouring concrete and dismantles forms after use.

Benefits:

• 100% Paid Premium for Health Insurance for Employee - dependent coverage available but paid for by employee
• Dental / Vision offered
• Short Term Disability insurance - paid for by company
• Life Insurance - paid for by company
• Simple IRA match
• Voluntary Insurance policies include; Accidental, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
• Per Diem - $125 per day (employee manages hotel purchase and food)
• Mileage reimbursement at $.60/Mile
• Paid Travel time
• Technology Allowance
• Company provided iPad

Perks:

• Zernco Bucks to use for Branded Apparel / Swag or Tools / Technology specific to your job
• Referral bonus's
• Quarterly and Annual Performance awards/recognition
• Milestone Anniversary Gifts
• Various employee and client gifts to promote collaboration and be social
• Community involvement, ability to volunteer during working hours and assist through the year at the company selected charity each year
• Performance based discretionary bonus's

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The employee must be able to maintain balance; exert maximum physical force repeatedly or continuously over long periods of time; extend, stretch, or make other movements involving the abdomen or lower back, sit, stand, kneel, twist, reach, walk and sit for long periods of time.
• Must be capable of working in inclement conditions to include extreme heat and cold temperatures.
• Physically capable of manually digging, dragging, pulling, pushing various materials and objects on the jobsites.
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50lbs for short distances and distances over 50ft, and push and pull up to 200lbs.
• Must be able to see up close and at distances.
• The employee will work in both indoor and outdoor environments. This position is occasionally exposed to dust, dirt, and loud noise; and is occasionally exposed to odors, humidity, vibration, poor lighting, and elevated workspaces.
• The employee must be able to travel to job sites as assigned nationwide.
• Must be able to travel to job sites as assigned.
  

Salary : $125