Seeking a Carpenter for high end residential construction Are you a cut above the rest? Are your carpentry skills being wasted on tract homes and corporate offices? FORMA Construction, an award-winning firm, is seeking a Finish Carpenter with an eye for detail and a passion for craftsmanship. The Finish Carpenter is a skilled team member who understands the importance of every detail. With your dedicated work and fine craftmanship, you will provide our clients with their dream homes. Success in this role is measured by your carpentry skills, both finish and framing, ability to work autonomously, ability to work with others, and willingness to step up to ensure work is done right. At FORMA, we focus on continually developing our people and processes to create lasting relationships built on integrity, partnership, and craft. Our core values are focused around Ownership, Urgency, Communication and Craft. FORMA's clients and work sites range around Nothern California, with a range of styles and needs, but all our projects require the same level of dedication, attention to detail, and refined finishes. Our Carpenters will provide our clients with the high-quality work they have come to expect from FORMA.

Responsibilities :

Installing doors & windows for a whole house Installing moldings Install full kitchens of cabinetry Planning tasks for the team for the week Completing takeoffs, reviewing orders Reviews work for the team under them, instruct & teach Install complex door & window systems (Multipanel, pairs, pockets, etc) Install multipiece trim assemblies Layout tasks for a team by the day/week Work a full day independently on assigned tasks. Work competently with a team on more complex tasks. Layout framing components of a wall. Assist subs with blocking in requirements for their equipment. Look up basic building information in plans to complete tasks Monitor safety of the jobsite. Maintain clean and orderly work area. Other tasks as assigned.

Skills :

• Able to read cabinet schematics, understand assembly of cabinets and finish materials
• Full ability to read & understand plans
• Ability to find info in spec books
• Solid understanding of MEPs & impact and reqs for framing & finishes
• Full knowledge of advanced carpentry math (geometry & trig) & terminology
• Map out and layout buildup for floors, walls, cabinetry, tile, and stone systems w/ waterproofing
• Instruct & oversee teams working on various building assemblies.
• Ability to teach and train others.
• Layout MEP dimensioning for subs
• Construct basic cabinetries & panel assemblies from scratch
• Materials takeoffs for finishes
• To plum, sq, & true a room framing to a 1/16th tolerance
• Construct building assemblies in curves & radii
• Review order submittals for accuracy on sizing & quantities
• Clear knowledge of framing systems for floors, walls, roofs, and ceilings, and any opening in them.
• Basic knowledge of stair building and full roof construction.
• Basic understanding of foundations and framing point loads.
• Understanding of site protection requirements and installation.
• Know the difference between elevation vs plan view, sections
• Understand how a detail fits into assembly
• Understand the difference between structural and architectural details
• Know when to stop and ask for clarification or assistance.
• Understanding of structural integrity of beams & posts, hole drilling guide.
• Ability to install doors and windows plum & square.
• Basic understanding of siding & waterproofing systems.
• Ability to create an organized list of materials, consumables, and tools needed for their assigned task for the day or week and communicate it to the team.

Requirements :

3+ years construction experience preferably on high-end projects. Punctuality and a professional demeanor. Specialized finish tools (nail guns, joiners, planes, etc) router, biscuit joiner, coping saw, etc. Strong communication skills. Able to lift up to 50 pounds. Reliable transportation and valid driver's license Ability to speak, read, and write in English. Compensation This is a full-time, non-exempt role.

Pay range:

$42.00 - $60.00 per hour FORMA's current benefits package includes: Health, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution. FSA and commuter benefits accounts. Employer-provided life insurance. 401k with employer matching. Potential annual bonus based on twice yearly employee review cycle. Tool reimbursement for non-exempt roles after appropriate service time. 2 weeks (80 hours) of PTO annually accrued throughout the year. FORMA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$42.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have reliable transportation to get to a variety of job sites around the San Francisco Bay Area? How do you know when it is time to ask for help or clarification on a task?

Experience:

Carpentry:

3 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person