SUMMARY

General Construction Carpenters report to the Superintendent and provide support throughout a construction project. The person in this position needs to have the ability to be flexible as this position may perform various functions throughout a shift. The person in this position will need to be comfortable working in a public setting. Jostin requires all employees to work collaboratively as a team with other Jostin employees and trade partners.

Jostin is currently hiring for all 3 levels (1,2, &3) of General Construction Carpenters in Cincinnati and Lexington. Please see the preferred knowledge, skills, and qualifications for each level below.

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CARPENTER 1

A General Construction Carpenter 1 requires the mastering of the laborer classification skill set. Below are requirements for knowledge and skills for this level of General Construction Carpenter.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of general contracting
• Knowledge of power tools
• Knowledge of safety procedures and best practices on a construction site
• Knowledge of general trade work

Skills:

• Properly align walls
• Visualize wall layouts
• Perform exterior/interior wall blocking
• Be comfortable working in public settings
• Ability to operate various power tools in a safe manner
• Ability to install and troubleshoot doors/frames and hardware
• Ability to understand detailed instructions on proper installation techniques of various finished products
• Ability to install accessories
• Knowledge of doors/frames and hardware
• Knowledge of architectural construction, mainly within the commercial construction field
• Knowledge of fasteners and how to determine elevations from drawings
• Assist with safety barricades
• Assist with framing

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CARPENTER 2

A General Construction Carpenter 2 should be as knowledgeable and proficient as a General Construction Carpenter 1, but must also have the additional skills listed below.

Additional Skills:

• Ability to complete stair forming/layout of stairs
• Ability to layout and complete stud framing (wood and metal)
• Ability to read blueprints and understand details
• Ability to complete pre-layout of walls
• Ability to install frames
• Ability to install safety barricades
• Ability to work in finished environments

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CARPENTER 3

A General Construction Carpenter 3 should be as knowledgeable and proficient as a General Construction Carpenter 2, but must also have the additional skills listed below.

Additional Skills:

• Visualize wall layout and perform proper steps to ensure accurate layout dimensions
• Meet daily with the crew to maintain a safe working environment
• Properly rig loads with proper cables or strapping for crane or forklift material handling
• Operate layout equipment
• Manage crews
• Conduct trainings
• Knowledge of architectural construction, commonly within the commercial construction field
• Ability to install casework, trim, access panels, window coverings, and miscellaneous metals
• Ability to read blueprints and scale for proper layouts
• Assist superintendent with daily planning, scheduling, safety, JSA’s, and inventory

QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CARPENTERS:

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to successfully pass a drug screening
• The ability to work irregular hours including weekends when necessary
• The ability to work in harsh weather conditions for long periods of time
• The ability to exert oneself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath
• The ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without giving out or fatiguing
• Willingness to commute within a 125-mile radius of Cincinnati
• COVID vaccinations may be required on some job sites

• Healthcare coverage
• Short Term Disability
• Company paid life insurance
• IRA retirement options with company match up to 3%
• Aflac insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• PPE provided
• Company events
• Quarterly Bonuses
• Paid referral program

Jostin Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class and is a member of a drug free safety program.