Carpenter II

Koch•Baytown, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The jobsite located in Baytown, TX has an opening for a Carpenter. Our Team Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects. OPD has a key advantage in being able to supply construction services as well as engineering/procurement. This enables clients to have a "one stop shop" for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems. OPD's industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.

Requirements

Two years of previous experience as a carpenter.
Must be able to read blueprints and do basic math calculations
Travel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times.
Must be willing to work outside in extreme heat, humidity, and cold conditions.
Must be willing to attend mandatory safety meetings.
Must be willing to work in a team environment.
Must be willing to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week.
Must be able to meet basic physical requirements.

Nice To Haves

Five years of previous experience as a carpenter.
Previous experience in oil and gas construction.

Responsibilities

Prepare the layout of the project.
Estimate height, width, length, and other proportions.
Work with blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
Utilize hammers, pry-bars, chisels, planes, saws, drills, and sanders to repair and erect structures.
Work on ladders, and scaffolding.
Check work along the way to ensure it's up to code and specifications.
Use levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and surveying equipment to ensure everything is level and secure.
Create structures for pouring concrete.
Erect scaffolding.
Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
Perform other duties as required.
Aim to achieve high production with good quality output.
Actively participate in a strong safety culture.
Recognize safety hazards and risks.
Participate in onsite safety meetings.
Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures.
Be aware of changing conditions on an active jobsite.
Be on time to the jobsite each day ready for work.
Display a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment.