Carpenter - MWH

MWH • Austin, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation. As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here. The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you! MWH is currently seeking an experienced Carpenter to support a critical wastewater treatment plant construction projects in Austin, Texas.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prior experience working as a carpenter in a commercial, industrial, or facilities operations setting, including rough and finished carpentry.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver�s license.
• Maintains a constant drive to achieve production outputs in order to meet targets.
• Required to communicate information, ideas, directions, with the capability to perform the task or project discussed.
• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with utmost regard to safety.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required.
• If requested, the applicant shall furnish a written statement from a medical doctor that he/she has had a physical examination in connection with the application and are physically fit to perform the work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the layout of the project.
• Estimate height, width, length, and other proportions.
• Select materials
• Work with blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
• Work with materials such as wood, plastic, fiberglass or drywall.
• Utilize chisels, planes, saws, drills, and sanders to repair and erect structures.
• Join materials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesives.
• Work on top of stilts, ladders, and the top beams of buildings.
• 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.
• Work with prefabricated buildings.
• Build stairs, mantles, and furniture.
• Install cabinets and molding.
• Remodel businesses.
• Create structures for pouring concrete.
• Erect scaffolding.
• Build tunnel bracing.
• Build concrete forms for tunnel or sewer construction project.
• Replace panes of glass, ceiling tiles, and doors.
• Repair or build furniture.
• Install partitions, doors, and windows.
• Move and install machinery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to the MWH safety program.

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% company-paid benefits including Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD) (after 60 day waiting period for STD & LTD only), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Paid Time Off (15 days/year)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%)
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees