at Power Construction Company, LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Carpenters are responsible for construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard, using carpenter's hand tools and power tools; install framing, and seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surface for painting or papering. Carpenters work with blueprints, specifications, and drawings to build, maintain and repair various types of structures.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs, constructs, remodels, retrofits and repairs interior and exterior structures made of wood, drywall, plaster, concrete and brick.
• Study specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
• Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saw.
• Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
• Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob and level. Assemble and fasten materials to make framework or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
• Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools.
• Assemble or install metal framing or decorative trim for windows, doorways, or vents.
• Cut and screw together metal channels to make floor or ceiling frames, according to plans for the location of rooms or hallways.
• Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level.
• Other job duties as needed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school degree or equivalent
• Participates in Apprenticeship Program
• Union Carpenter Power Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Power Construction is committed to increasing opportunities for historically disadvantaged workers (including women and members of disproportionately affected racial and ethnic groups), as well as residents of marginalized communities. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account