Carpenter Journeyman

Mortenson • DeKalb, IL

12h

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Carpenter Journeyman to provide skilled craftsmanship in the installation of formwork, finish carpentry, and drywall. The position involves interpreting plans, performing concrete and rough carpentry, installing doors and hardware, and completing a range of finish carpentry work. The role also requires building relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels. Duties may change without notice and may include other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program.
• Union-specific training.
• Ability to work with precision, visualize solid objects from drawings, read plans, and operate equipment such as table saws, radial arm saws, belt and disc sanders, drill presses, fall protection equipment, rigging, and form systems.
• Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, including active listening and openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; assistance from another team member or equipment is required for loads over 50 pounds.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints, sketches, or building plans to determine material requirements and measure dimensions.
• Perform concrete and rough carpentry, including hand-set walls, footings, gang wall forms, structural concrete decks, slabs, columns, and drywall.
• Set door frames, hang doors, and install hardware.
• Complete finish carpentry tasks, including installing toilet accessories, handrails, corner guards, partitions, lockers, cabinets, countertops, wall paneling, coffered ceilings, and running trim.
• Build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED