Carpenter

Well established Commercial General Contractor seeking well qualified and ambitious experienced carpenters for immediate positions in the Traverse City area. As a Skilled Carpenter you will construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, metal studs, pre-engineered steel buildings with the use of carpenter's hand tools and power tools making sure to conform to local building and MIOSHA safety codes. Specific responsibilities: -Installing foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs using materials such as: wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composites of multiple materials. -Fitting and installing window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, siding, interior and exterior trim using a carpenters level, plumb bob, and laser levels. -Erecting scaffolding, ladders for assembling structures above ground levels. -Studying specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required. -Shaping or cutting materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws. -Following established safety rules and regulations and maintaining a safe and clean environment. -Building or repairing cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools. -Assembling and fastening materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue. -Removing damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools. -Inspecting ceiling or floor tile, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures. Requirements: Carpenters that are highly skilled in their trade with unwavering reliability, strong work ethic, and a desire to be the best. This is a position with unlimited growth potential. Specific requirements: - Punctuality, attendance and accountability are a must. - Desire to gain experience in commercial and residential carpentry. - Desire to learn how to read and comprehend schematic diagrams, blueprints, sketches, building plans and other specifications required by our client for information pertaining to the type of material required to get job done. - Highly organized, have proficiency in taking notes and ability to coordinate with subcontractors. - Desire to learn how to work with equipment such as: boom lifts, scissor lifts, and forklifts. - Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as ability to complete a company specific safety orientation. - High standard of integrity and professionalism. - Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Please apply to the email listed with this ad. Include your name, resume, list of references, relative experience, location of the town you live in and desired compensation - we have plenty of work in Traverse City, but you will be required to travel occasionally. We look forward to hearing from you! Thank you!! Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Tools provided Vision insurance Experience: Carpentry: 5 years (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Traverse City, MI 49685 (Required) Willingness to travel: 50% (Preferred) Work Location: In person