W.K. Upchurch Construction Co., Inc.

Carpenter Position Statement

A Carpenter is responsible for performing various tasks to assist daily operations at a construction site. Their duties include reading plans, laying out construction activities, constructing building structures, and installing building components per plans and specifications.

A Carpenter is a craft person performing work on commercial, residential, and industrial projects.

Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of a Carpenter are all geared toward constructing building structures and installing components on a construction site while also supporting the overall project. The list of duties and responsibilities for a Carpenter on any given day may include the following: 

· Installs foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs using materials such as: wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composites of multiple materials.

· Fits and installs window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using a carpenter’s hand tools and power tools.

· Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground levels.

· Studies specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.

· Shapes or cuts materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.

· Follows established safety rules and regulations and maintaining a safe and clean environment.

· Install and repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools.

· Removes damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools.

· Inspects ceiling or floor tile, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures.

· Moves necessary materials around jobsite as assigned.

· Cleans up worksite debris.

Job Requirements:

· Capable of receiving and following instructions and communicating with co-workers.

· Able to read and adhere to labels, safety warnings, and guidelines.

· Attentive to detail and always alert to ensure safety.

· High school diploma is an asset.

· Experience in commercial or residential carpentry is a plus.

· Ability to comprehend blueprints, sketches, building plans and other specifications.

· Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as ability to participate in a company specific safety orientation.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.