General Laborer - Modular Manufacturing
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KBS Builders, Inc.
Paris, ME (In Person)
Full-Time
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Position Summary The General Carpenter Laborer assists skilled carpenters and production teams in modular home construction. This role includes handling materials, preparing work areas, assisting with assembly, and performing general labor tasks to support efficient and safe production. Key Responsibilities Assist carpenters with cutting, measuring, and assembling structural components Load, unload, and transport lumber, panels, and materials Maintain a clean and organized work area Carry, position, and hold materials during installation Operate hand and power tools under supervision Support setup of scaffolding, ladders, and platforms Follow all safety procedures and use required PPE Assist in inspecting materials and completed work for quality and accuracy Qualifications 0-2 years of experience in construction or carpentry preferred Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision Basic knowledge of hand and power tools Physical stamina and strength for labor-intensive tasks Understanding of safety procedures and PPE requirements Work Environment Indoor modular construction facility or active production floor Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and temperature variations Work on concrete floors, ladders, or elevated platforms Frequent handling of construction materials and tools Required use of PPE including gloves, hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing protection Weight Handling Requirements Frequent lifting/carrying: 20-40 lbs (lumber, panels, tools) Occasional lifting: 40-75 lbs (doors, cabinetry, larger materials) Rare/team lifting: 75-100+ lbs (large assemblies, trusses, or panels with assistance) Tool/equipment handling: 5-25 lbs regularly Physical Activity & Frequency Constant (67-100% of shift) Standing and walking on production floor or platforms (6-10+ hours/day) Repetitive hand and arm use (moving materials, assisting carpenters) Visual focus for material placement and measurement Frequent (34-66% of shift) Bending, stooping, and twisting Reaching (including overhead when assisting with framing or roof components) Lifting and carrying materials (20-40 lbs) Climbing ladders, stairs, or platforms Occasional (1-33% of shift) Kneeling or crouching for floor-level or low wall tasks Handling heavier materials (40-75 lbs) Extended overhead or awkward-position work Assisting with team lifting of trusses, large panels, or roof sections Physical Capability Requirements Strength and endurance for repetitive lifting, carrying, and positioning of materials Manual dexterity for handling tools and assisting in assembly Good balance and coordination on ladders, platforms, and uneven surfaces Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods Schedule Full-time position Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production needs Equal Opportunity & Accommodation We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Acknowledgement Position duties and expectations change over time. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive, exclusive or exhaustive list of the job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the Company. 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 unsure how to perform a certain task, ask your manager before performing.
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
In person General Laborer - Modular Manufacturing 300 Park Street, South Paris, ME 04281 Full-time Full-time Position Summary The General Carpenter Laborer assists skilled carpenters and production teams in modular home construction. This role includes handling materials, preparing work areas, assisting with assembly, and performing general labor tasks to support efficient and safe production. Key Responsibilities Assist carpenters with cutting, measuring, and assembling structural components Load, unload, and transport lumber, panels, and materials Maintain a clean and organized work area Carry, position, and hold materials during installation Operate hand and power tools under supervision Support setup of scaffolding, ladders, and platforms Follow all safety procedures and use required PPE Assist in inspecting materials and completed work for quality and accuracy Qualifications 0-2 years of experience in construction or carpentry preferred Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision Basic knowledge of hand and power tools Physical stamina and strength for labor-intensive tasks Understanding of safety procedures and PPE requirements Work Environment Indoor modular construction facility or active production floor Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and temperature variations Work on concrete floors, ladders, or elevated platforms Frequent handling of construction materials and tools Required use of PPE including gloves, hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing protection Weight Handling Requirements Frequent lifting/carrying: 20-40 lbs (lumber, panels, tools) Occasional lifting: 40-75 lbs (doors, cabinetry, larger materials) Rare/team lifting: 75-100+ lbs (large assemblies, trusses, or panels with assistance) Tool/equipment handling: 5-25 lbs regularly Physical Activity & Frequency Constant (67-100% of shift) Standing and walking on production floor or platforms (6-10+ hours/day) Repetitive hand and arm use (moving materials, assisting carpenters) Visual focus for material placement and measurement Frequent (34-66% of shift) Bending, stooping, and twisting Reaching (including overhead when assisting with framing or roof components) Lifting and carrying materials (20-40 lbs) Climbing ladders, stairs, or platforms Occasional (1-33% of shift) Kneeling or crouching for floor-level or low wall tasks Handling heavier materials (40-75 lbs) Extended overhead or awkward-position work Assisting with team lifting of trusses, large panels, or roof sections Physical Capability Requirements Strength and endurance for repetitive lifting, carrying, and positioning of materials Manual dexterity for handling tools and assisting in assembly Good balance and coordination on ladders, platforms, and uneven surfaces Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods Schedule Full-time position Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production needs Equal Opportunity & Accommodation We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Acknowledgement Position duties and expectations change over time. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive, exclusive or exhaustive list of the job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the Company. 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 unsure how to perform a certain task, ask your manager before performing.Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
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