Carpenter

SOLUTION ONE INDUSTRIES•New Hanover Township, NJ

13d•$35 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Carpenter performs carpentry duties necessary to maintain and repair building woodwork and equipment. The role requires practical carpentry skills, basic knowledge of other trades, and attention to safe work practices. Work is performed at a customer’s location, which may be an office, shop, warehouse, or outdoor environment, and may involve travel between worksites. Equipment may be located in crawl spaces, on rooftops, or outside facilities. The employee may be exposed to hazardous or toxic substances, electrical shock, equipment noise, and weather conditions including wind, rain, cold, and heat. The position is full-time, on the day shift, at Fort Dix in Fort Dix, New Jersey. The stated hourly pay is $35.36.

Requirements

Two years of carpentry work experience, or demonstrated knowledge and ability to properly use trade tools.
High school diploma or GED.
Mathematical ability, including arithmetic and measurement of dimensions.
Ability to manage and accurately track material resources and time, and adapt to changing work priorities.
Ability to work independently and with coworkers, customers, and management.
Ability to follow established safety rules and regulations.
Effective communication skills to provide and request information and respond to inquiries and requests from customers, vendors, management, and coworkers.
Organizational and sound judgment skills, including the ability to diagnose issues, solve problems, and escalate matters appropriately.
May be required to own, use, and maintain tools at work.
A valid driver’s license may be required depending on local, state, or contract requirements.

Responsibilities

Use carpentry hand and power tools and woodworking equipment, including levels, routers, sanders, saws, and squares, along with fasteners and adhesives.
Measure and mark cutting lines, and shape or cut materials to specified measurements.
Assemble and fasten materials; install structures and fixtures such as windows, frames, flooring, trim, and hardware.
Build, remove, or repair cabinets, flooring, doors, windows, screens, locks, frameworks, and other wooden building fixtures.
Erect scaffolding and ladders to assemble structures.
Inspect ceilings, floors, walls, doors, siding, glass, and woodwork for damage, and inspect completed work to ensure quality.
Install, remove, and repair walls, ceilings, floors, roofs, decks, stairs, handrails, doors, siding, locks, and glass.
Sand, stain, and paint materials to apply finishing touches.
Sketch work plans or blueprints when necessary; read blueprints, sketches, or building plans; lay out projects; determine dimensions and materials; and make standard computations.
Schedule and prioritize tasks, follow procedures and regulations, and minimize errors and safety risks.
Perform routine preventive maintenance on tools, equipment, and building systems to support smooth operation and prevent deterioration.
Document service orders, actions, and progress notes accurately and submit them in a timely manner.
Diagnose problems and determine how to correct them.
Communicate with customers about work performed.
Perform basic work or apply basic knowledge in other trades, such as mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.