What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Carpenter (Knight Const. & Supply) position at Knight Construction & Supply Inc.?
Growing continually since 1968, Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. (KCS) is a General Contractor (WA license #KNIGHCS2810N) focused on large heavy construction projects and industrial plant facility maintenance.
As a family-owned company and former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers National Civil Works Contractor of the Year Award winner, we enjoy close ties with Eastern Washington/Idaho communities around our Deer Park, WA headquarters. For over 50 years, we have been lauded by public agencies, commercial clients, and federal officials for our work in building and updating hydraulic steel and concrete properties as well as their associated actuators. These projects control the water flow, fish passage, and barge traffic via dams on systems including the Columbia and Snake Rivers as well as other waterways in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, and the Dakotas.
With an uninterrupted reputation for quality, stable work environment, and long-term employees while providing training and opportunities as the company has grown, KCS seeks additional motivated people to carry on this tradition of excellence in the field and close-knit support within the community. KCS maintains office, manufacturing, and fabrication facilities onsite featuring millwrights, electricians, heavy equipment and crane operators, as well as general laborers and administrative personnel. We want you to become a part of our team tackling some of the toughest hydroelectric and heavy industrial projects while enjoying the less hectic atmosphere of the region to enjoy family and friends in one of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of the U.S.
Industrial Carpenter
Work at various customer sites installing, maintaining, repairing and/or removing machines and equipment. Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood and comparable materials. Industrial Carpenter should work to schedule and prepare for these tasks to reduce and eliminate hazards in advance, ensuring adherence to all safety guidelines. Previous Crane Operator experience/certification is preferred, however, Knight offers in-house training and certifications. Frequent prolonged travel to remote project locations required.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
These duties are those typically performed in this position. Employee may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties.
Read and interpret construction blueprints, drawings, and specifications to understand project requirements.
Coordinates with job site Superintendent/Foreman to configure construction lay out.
Choose appropriate materials, including wood, metal, and other construction materials, based on project requirements and specifications.
Accurately measures, cuts and installs materials.
Installation of forms for placing concrete and grout.
Assist with the proper installation of reinforcing, anchors and imbeds.
Assists with concrete placement on footings, walls, flatwork and grade work.
Perform all duties associated with crane operation, including inspection, maintenance, and safe operation.
Work within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Experience, Skills And Education
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.
3 years proven construction carpentry experience required.
Current Crane Operator certification highly preferred, or must be able to obtain NCCCO Crane Operator certification within 1 year.
Industrial machine licenses (such as a forklift license) preferred.
Current OSHA 10 or MSHA Certification preferred.
Carpentry techniques, materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repa
As a family-owned company and former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers National Civil Works Contractor of the Year Award winner, we enjoy close ties with Eastern Washington/Idaho communities around our Deer Park, WA headquarters. For over 50 years, we have been lauded by public agencies, commercial clients, and federal officials for our work in building and updating hydraulic steel and concrete properties as well as their associated actuators. These projects control the water flow, fish passage, and barge traffic via dams on systems including the Columbia and Snake Rivers as well as other waterways in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, and the Dakotas.
With an uninterrupted reputation for quality, stable work environment, and long-term employees while providing training and opportunities as the company has grown, KCS seeks additional motivated people to carry on this tradition of excellence in the field and close-knit support within the community. KCS maintains office, manufacturing, and fabrication facilities onsite featuring millwrights, electricians, heavy equipment and crane operators, as well as general laborers and administrative personnel. We want you to become a part of our team tackling some of the toughest hydroelectric and heavy industrial projects while enjoying the less hectic atmosphere of the region to enjoy family and friends in one of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of the U.S.
Industrial Carpenter
Work at various customer sites installing, maintaining, repairing and/or removing machines and equipment. Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood and comparable materials. Industrial Carpenter should work to schedule and prepare for these tasks to reduce and eliminate hazards in advance, ensuring adherence to all safety guidelines. Previous Crane Operator experience/certification is preferred, however, Knight offers in-house training and certifications. Frequent prolonged travel to remote project locations required.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
These duties are those typically performed in this position. Employee may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties.
Read and interpret construction blueprints, drawings, and specifications to understand project requirements.
Coordinates with job site Superintendent/Foreman to configure construction lay out.
Choose appropriate materials, including wood, metal, and other construction materials, based on project requirements and specifications.
Accurately measures, cuts and installs materials.
Installation of forms for placing concrete and grout.
Assist with the proper installation of reinforcing, anchors and imbeds.
Assists with concrete placement on footings, walls, flatwork and grade work.
Perform all duties associated with crane operation, including inspection, maintenance, and safe operation.
Work within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Experience, Skills And Education
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.
3 years proven construction carpentry experience required.
Current Crane Operator certification highly preferred, or must be able to obtain NCCCO Crane Operator certification within 1 year.
Industrial machine licenses (such as a forklift license) preferred.
Current OSHA 10 or MSHA Certification preferred.
Carpentry techniques, materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repa
