Carpenter

Ausland Group•Grants Pass, OR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Carpenters construct and repair buildings and other structures using materials such as wood, plastics, concrete, and steel. Their work supports other trades by creating structural frameworks and includes finishing work for client projects. The role is based at projects in Southern Oregon. Compensation depends on experience, with prevailing-wage opportunities available. This is a non-exempt position. Carpenters work on commercial construction crews and perform a range of framing, installation, demolition, and construction-support tasks. Formwork and finish carpentry duties are desirable specialist experience but are not required to qualify as a Carpenter. Employees must follow safety standards, work at heights and in varied weather conditions, and meet the stated physical and transportation requirements. The position requires journeyman-level carpentry experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid driver’s license. A 10-hour OSHA training credential must be obtained within six months of hire. Employees must pass a pre-employment drug test.

Requirements

Journeyman-level carpentry experience.
At least two years of carpentry apprenticeship training or other commercial carpentry experience.
Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
Proficient knowledge of construction math and geometry, including use of a construction calculator.
Proficient knowledge of building-layout tools and techniques.
Proficient knowledge of rough-framing layout, including roofs, eaves, and stairs.
Understanding of basic building codes related to carpentry activities.
Hands-on experience with hand tools and equipment, including hammers, angles, chalk and string lines, a cat’s paw, a 7¼-inch electric circular saw, rotary hammers, beam saws, reciprocating saws, table saws, planers, nail guns, chisels, drills, and sanders.
Supply basic hand tools, including a work bag, hammer(s), angle, chalk line, string line, cat’s paw, 7¼-inch electric circular saw, chisel, hand saw, and builder’s level.
Reliable transportation to and from assigned, varied work sites.
Ability to identify and remain aware of utilities.
Ability to adhere to safety standards.
Ability to lift and move up to 70 pounds occasionally.
Ability to sit or drive in a normal seated position for extended periods.
Ability to reach in any direction and manipulate objects with finger dexterity.
Ability to communicate using spoken words and to see and hear within normal parameters.
Ability to move around construction sites, including climbing ladders and scaffolds and walking over uneven terrain.
Pass a pre-employment drug test.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and reasonable driving record.
Complete 10-hour OSHA training within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a carpentry apprenticeship is desired but not mandatory.
Formwork carpentry skills are desirable but not required to be eligible for the Carpenter position.
Finish carpentry skills are desirable but not required to be eligible for the Carpenter position.

Responsibilities

Apply basic carpentry methods using wood, plastics, concrete, and steel.
Measure, take off quantities, and organize materials for construction activities.
Lay out and construct rough framing, including roofs, eaves, and stairs.
Cut, shape, and smooth lumber and other materials.
Join materials using nails, screws, staples, and adhesives.
Build bracing, barricades, scaffolding, and other temporary structures.
Position, join, and align structural components, including structural steel and precast concrete.
Install manufactured windows, skylights, and other exterior enclosure accessories.
Install weather-barrier and siding assemblies.
Perform selective demolition using hand tools and various equipment.
Operate carpentry tools and equipment, including rotary hammers, circular saws, reciprocating saws, beam saws, table saws, planers, and nail guns.
Work at heights using proper safety restraints and follow applicable safety standards.
For formwork carpentry specialists: build, position, and dismantle wood and modular steel concrete formwork; place concrete; mix compounds; and grind, scrape, sand, or polish surfaces.
For finish carpentry specialists: build and install window frames, doors, and staircases; install molding and other finishes; mount locks and hardware; and fit and install furnishings such as bulletin boards, shelves, and bookcases.
Perform other tasks as directed.