Job Description
Founded in 1932, K-I Lumber and Building Materials operates locations in Kentucky and Indiana, including wall panel and truss manufacturing facilities, providing specialty building materials to customers.
The Carpenter is responsible for performing carpentry tasks. This person will perform a variety of tasks in an assigned area as they construct, repair, restore, and install structural woodwork and related materials.
What you will do - Adhere to established safety rules and regulations by passing safety test and following all safety procedures; maintain a safe and clean environment.
- Communicate well with crew and foreman; follow directions provided by lead carpenter or foreman; and prioritize daily duties.
- Study specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Provide required personal tools.
- Measure, calculate, and mark cutting lines on materials accurately, using ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge; shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saw.
- Square walls and install sheathing correctly.
- Assemble and fasten materials to make framework or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue; install structures and fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, and trim, or hardware, using carpenter's hand and power tools.
- Select and supply crew, carpenters and leads with materials.
- Use proper nailing procedures for all applications.
- Use hand, pneumatic and other power tools to measure, cut and install sheathing for wall and roof, and all wall components.
- Finish, inspect and ensure work complies with quality standards and expectations.
- Keep jobsite clean and safe.
- Comply with Company's attendance policy by maintaining regular and predictable attendance.
Required For All Jobs - Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with all policies and standards.
- Adheres to Company's commitment to workplace safety.
Education Qualifications - High School Diploma or GED required.
- completion of an apprenticeship program, certificate or degree program at vocational school or community college (e.g. Certificate of Achievement in Carpentry Technology, an Associate of Applied Science in Carpentry-Building Trades or an Associate of Applied Science in Carpentry) preferred.
Experience Qualifications - less than 1 year of carpentry experience in the commercial and/or residential sectors required.
Skills and Abilities - Knowledgeable of the standard methods, practices, principles, tools, and equipment used in the carpentry trade and its associated occupational hazards.
- Knowledgeable of the qualities, adaptability, and use of various woods and materials.
- Basic knowledge of state codes and procedures including energy codes. Must have good work ethic, attitude and be reliable. Solid basic math skills are necessary.
- Communicate, read, comprehend, and comply with Company's policies and procedures including safety and security. Understanding and commitment to a safe work environment in this "safety sensitive" position. Must be able to pass Safety test and follow all safety procedures.
- Available for overtime as needed.
Licenses and Certifications - DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State along with reliable transportation required.
Additional Potential Opportunities based on experience: - Carpenter Helper
- Carpenter Lead
KI Lumber & Building Materials , a Division of US LBM Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.
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