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Carpenter A
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Constructs, installs, and repairs wooden structures and fixtures using hand and power tools, following blueprints and safety standards on construction sites.
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Overview
The Carpenter is responsible for designing, constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing structures and other items of wood, plywood, and wallboard with the use of pneumatic and electric power tools. Will fasten materials together with nails, screws, staples, and/or adhesives, and does a final check of their work to ensure accuracy. Must have knowledge of advanced layout, use of simon forms, layout of anchor bolts, material takeoff from drawings, and safety requirements for building work. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and also learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.
Responsibilities
*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.
- Read and interpret blueprints/sketches, and complete reports
- Instruct laborers and other construction trade helpers
- Build and set forms, use level instrument, tie rebar, build scaffold, finish carpentry work, read tape/ruler, set screeds, install batter boards, and operate various hand and power tools
- Inspect areas and conduct repairs or maintenance
- Assist other craft workers as needed
Qualifications
Physical: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:
- Move throughout active construction and project site environments, including areas with uneven terrain, mud, gravel, sand, and other varying surface conditions.
- Position themselves to inspect work, access materials, equipment, structures, and work areas at ground level, overhead, and in restricted-access locations.
- Ascend and descend stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and other elevated work surfaces while maintaining safety requirements.
- Frequently handle, operate, and use hand tools, power tools, equipment, instruments, and materials associated with assigned job duties.
- Frequently move, transport, position, push, pull, lift, or carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance or mechanical devices where available.
- Frequently communicate and exchange information with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others in field and office settings.
- Understand information presented through written, electronic, verbal, visual, and environmental sources to support safe and effective job performance.
- Work in a variety of environments, including outdoor settings exposed to heat, cold, rain, humidity, wind, noise, dust, and other weather or site-related conditions.
- Work in confined spaces, restricted access areas, or elevated locations when required by project needs and in accordance with applicable safety requirements.
- Perform work activities ranging from sedentary to heavy physical exertion depending on project assignment and operational needs.
Mental: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others.
- Read, interpret, apply, and communicate work instructions, plans, specifications, company policies, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Perform mathematical calculations and apply measurement, estimation, and problem solving skills necessary to complete assigned work.
- Maintain concentration, situational awareness, and attention to detail while working in environments with multiple activities, distractions, and changing priorities.
- Make timely decisions using sound judgment related to safety, quality, productivity, and project requirements.
- Observe, evaluate, retain, and apply information necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively.
- Adapt to changing work conditions, schedules, priorities, and operational demands.
AGENCY STATEMENT
Cajun does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiting firms for this position or any position. Cajun we will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes, including those submitted through our website, directly to employees, or to any member of our Recruiting, HR, or Operations teams.
Cajun maintains an approved vendor program and only works with recruiting firms that have a formal written agreement in place. Agencies interested in becoming an approved vendor may contact the Recruiting Manager for consideration.
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