Apprentice Carpenter (4 year Program)

Apprentice Carpenter (4 year program)TRAVEL TO WORKSITES ARE A 70 MILE RADIUS OF QUAKERTOWN (TRI-STATE AREA, PA)Klover is offering an Apprenticeship Carpentry 4-year program. The benefits of this program are NO COLLEGE DEBT because we pay for your schooling in FULL, on-the-job training, paid hourly while in the classroom, every 6-month pay increase (starting at $19.87 and ending at $33.11), and at the end of 4 years you will GRADUATE with a CERTIFICATE from ABC as a JOURNEYPERSON CARPENTER!GeneralSummary of PositionThe ApprenticeCarpenteris an entry-levelposition that exists to develop the employee into a Journeyman Carpenterthrough formalized education and on-the-job training.Essential(Core Competencies) DutiesAccuratelymeasure height, width, length, and other proportionsAssistin material take-offs to ensure proper material selection and quantity neededWorkwith materials such as wood, metal, plastic, fiberglass, and/or drywallUtilizeappropriate tools and materials to build or repair structural componentsJoinmaterials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesivesUse levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and lasers toensure everything is level and secureAssist in building and/or installing windows, roof systems,stairs, blockingAssist in installing all types of ceiling grid systems(standard, slotted, and specialty products)Assist in Cut and install drywall with minimum wasteAssist installation of millwork, casework, doors and hardware,and bath accessoriesAlways exercise the proper use of PPEAttendrequired safety training as assignedAttend ABC school at scheduled times andfully cooperate and participate in all activities, assignments, andassessmentsMust pass both written and practicalexams at the end of each levelLearn the proper use of constructionsafety equipmentLearn the proper use and maintenance oftrade specific toolsRegular attendance and punctuality forboth classroom and on-the-job trainingOtherOther duties and projects as assigned.Required to adhere to all Klover policies and procedures.QualificationsTo perform this jobsuccessfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of theknowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.RequiredEducation and Experience:High School Diploma or GED from anaccredited schoolStrong interest in the constructiontradesStrong commitment to working safelyAbility to listen, learn, followinstructions2 years experience working as aconstruction laborer or carpenters help or some combination of education andexperience.PreferredEducation and Experience:Post-secondary education related to theconstruction trades or construction managementParticipation in a secondary tradecurriculum or vocational school program focused on the construction trades2+ years experience working as aconstruction laborer or Carpenters HelperKeyCompetencies:Self-motivated to grow personally andprofessionally through on-going education as a result of the rate of change inthe position and/or industryConscientious with customers in areassuch as meeting customer needs, wants & expectationsAbility to successfully adapt (personallyand professionally) to changes in the internal and external environmentAbility to build a relationship withanother person or group through effective communication skills (listening,speaking & behaving)Ability to focus on and meet target goalsand objectivesAbility to work effectively andproductively as a member of a cross-functional teamAbility to manage one's internal states,impulses and resourcesAbility to listen, learn, followinstructions and conform to local building codes under the supervision of aqualified Journeyman CarpenterWorkEnvironment:Apprentice Carpenterswork indoors and outdoors on many types of construction projects, withvarying degrees of exposure to the elements. During the regular school schedule, you will be receiving instructionindoors in an environmentally controlled location.Physical Requirements ContinuedDue to the physical nature of the position, employee must have fulldexterity of their hands and armsEmployee must be able to see objects close and far awayAt times, multiple sounds can be heard as employee is working on job,employee must have the ability to focus on the sound in particular that isassociated with the task they are completing. Employees with any sort of hearing impairment would not be consideredfit for duty to perform this positionDue to the safety sensitive nature of the position, at all times,employee must be fit for duty and not report to work under the influence of amind altering or performance altering substance. At no time, should employee be found to bepossessing or using a mind or performance altering substance while performingany Company taskV. Company StandardsThe employee will representthe Company in a positive, professional manner with fellow employees and withinthe communities servedThe employee will encourageand maintain teamwork throughout the company and will communicate all pertinentinformation in a timely and effective mannerThe employee will endeavorto maintain our integrity by embracing high ethical standards and adhering tocompany policiesConsistently demonstrates Company Guiding Values of Quality, CustomerSatisfaction, Integrity, Teamwork, and CommunityAcknowledgementPosition duties and expectations change over time. This jobdescription is not intended to be an all-inclusive, exclusive or exhaustivelist of the job functions that an employee in this position may be asked toperform from time to time. The employeemay perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of theCompany. If there is ever a time that you are unsure what is expected of you,you are expected to meet with your manager and ask questions. If you are unsurehow to perform a certain task, ask your manager before performing.Klover BenefitsMedical InsuranceMedical Gap InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceBasic Life and AD&D InsuranceBasic Short-Term DisabilityVoluntary Long-Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program401KEmployee Referral ProgramKlover Contracting Inc.expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment of any kind. Kloveris committed to providing equal employment opportunities and employing aninclusive and diverse workforce.Klover Contracting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities(EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In additionto federal law requirements, Klover Contracting, Inc. complies with applicablestate and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in everylocation in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all termsand conditions of employment.