{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ff9fafeb8f5046a1c0ec58a4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ff9fafeb8f5046a1c0ec58a4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ff9fafeb8f5046a1c0ec58a4","title":"Carpenter Apprentice","description":"Blackwood of DC - Urgent Carpenter Apprentice Opportunity!\r\nAre you looking for a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can grow your skills in the construction industry? Do you want to learn from highly skilled professionals while contributing to exciting projects? If so, Blackwood of DC is the place for you!\r\nAs a Carpenter Apprentice at Blackwood of DC, you will be part of a team that prides itself on delivering \"Rock Solid Performance\" in commercial concrete contracting. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop your skills in a rewarding and fun environment. Enjoy benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, along with a 401k plan!\r\nMain Responsibilities\r\nThe main duty of the apprentice carpenter is to assist the carpenter or group of carpenters with the tasks required for forming and erecting wall formwork and deck form in work.\r\nThe apprentice carpenter participates on the job training as well as classroom activity.\r\nThe apprentice is required to maintain a tidy work site, managing the tools, supplying assistance to journeyman.\r\nAssists with constructing and stripping wood or metal formwork, using plywood/2x4 and metal panels.\r\nCut wood to specified measurements.\r\nOperates drill/saw as required.\r\nCare for tools and equipment.\r\nKeeps materials stocked for journeyman.\r\nDevelops knowledge thru field training and school training to become a journeyman.\r\nKey Qualifications\r\nPossess Valid ID\r\nPrior experience in construction\r\nAbility to comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.\r\nAbility to read and use a tape measure and apply associated math skills.\r\nMust have the ability to exert heavy physical effort, handling average weight objects up to 60 pounds.\r\nAbility to kneel, stoop, crouch, balance, climb or crawl.\r\nAbility to tolerate heights without fear.\r\nWork involves exposure to outside weather conditions and dirt, dust, fumes, and/or loud noises.\r\nAble to work a flexible schedule, sometimes early, late, and weekend as needed.\r\nMust have reliable transportation to be able to report to class and to constantly changing job sites.\r\nA record of exemplary attendance on the job is required.\r\nSupply their own personal hand tools (required list provided at interview)\r\nWhy Join Us?\r\nCompetitive salary and benefits package\r\nOpportunity for professional growth and development\r\nSupportive and enthusiastic work culture\r\nHands-on experience with various construction projects\r\nBlackwood of DC is a commercial concrete contractor serving clients in DC, MD and VA since 2003. The company's services include CIP Concrete, Structural Upgrades, Building Renovations, Site Concrete and Hardscapes. Blackwood of DC is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) headquartered in the District of Columbia. Locally owned and operated, Blackwood offers its clients \"big company\" production with all the customer service and attention of a small company. 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