Carpenter 3

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Nashville, TN

54d

About The Position

The Carpenter 3 performs complex carpentry work in concrete carpentry, finish carpentry, or both, on construction projects including new construction and renovations. The role may include supervising a team within the carpenter scope of work and requires use of a variety of tools and specialized equipment. Specific tasks vary according to project type and phase. The position follows directions and refers exceptions to a supervisor, with a career path to Trade Foreman 1. In addition to core carpentry duties, the Carpenter 3 applies advanced concrete or finish carpentry expertise, reads project plans within the applicable scope, guides and trains team members, completes JE Dunn reports and pre-task planning, forecasts materials for specific tasks, coordinates task safety procedures, and coordinates upcoming work and durations with the foreman. The role supports JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in the specific trade.
Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and on time.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work.
Knowledge of carpentry hand tools and concrete tools, including their use; must own required hand tools and pouches.
Basic understanding of layout principles and construction math.
Knowledge of setting concrete forms for foundations, slabs-on-grade, and bulkheads.
Ability to complete assigned duties with minimal guidance.
Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external teams.
Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
Must have reliable transportation.
Must be comfortable working at heights, in narrow workspaces, and at various depths, including trenches.
Must comply with PPE requirements, OSHA standards, and JE Dunn safety standards.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Apprentice, vocational, technical, or trade training.
At least 5 years of commercial construction experience.

Responsibilities

Work with concrete tools and carpentry hand tools, and use basic layout principles and construction math as project needs require.
Set concrete forms, including foundations, slabs-on-grade (SOG), and bulkheads.
Place concrete using buckets, chutes, or pumps and follow placement and agitation procedures.
Finish concrete using floats and trowels, including columns, walls, and foundations; perform advanced placement and finishing of concrete flatwork.
Clean and maintain concrete and forming tools.
Perform framing or forming work, install in-wall and roof blocking, and install safety railings, floor-opening protections, and other general safety items.
Erect temporary partitions and doors and assist with installing doors, frames, and hardware.
For concrete carpentry work, place rebar according to plans and specifications; perform task-related layout; apply advanced knowledge of formwork systems for columns and walls; install post-tension accessories, cables, chairs, reinforcing, and blocking; and identify and understand relevant construction details.
For finish carpentry work, install casework and countertops, running trim, wood paneling, doors, hardware, and accessories to a high-quality standard; identify, understand, and apply relevant construction details.
Lead by example and provide guidance, instruction, teaching, and training to the team to achieve high-quality work.
Read and understand project plans within the applicable scope of work.
Complete JE Dunn reports and pre-task planning, and forecast materials for assigned tasks.
Coordinate and implement task safety procedures and coordinate upcoming work and durations with the foreman.
Comply with PPE requirements, OSHA standards, and JE Dunn safety standards.
Bring and take personal ownership of all necessary hand tools and pouches.
Meet expected behavioral standards, including being ready to work as scheduled, communicating absences or tardiness promptly, respecting others, working safely, and maintaining a can-do attitude.