Carpenters may perform any combination of tasks to assist on the construction site. This position performs a wide variety of duties and tasks that often require them to assist other trades people including laborers. Carpenters construct, erect, install and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, metal and wallboard using hand tools and power tools. They work with and install doors, hardware, trim, cabinetry, ceiling materials and millwork. Specific tasks may include building rough wooden structures, such as concrete forms, scaffolds, tunnel and sewer supports and temporary frame shelters according to sketches, blueprints or verbal instructions. Carpenters examine specifications to determine dimensions of structures and measure boards, timbers or plywood using various tools. They are proficient at sawing boards and plywood panels to required sizes, bracing forms in place with timbers, tie rods, and anchor bolts, and building framework to strengthen, protect or disguise buildings that are undergoing construction. Carpenters erect scaffolding for buildings and install ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms and gangways, install rough frames and bracing them with boards nailed to framework, install subflooring in building, or weld parts to steel structural members. They are responsible for loading, unloading, and moving materials from within or near the construction site from pallets, skids, trucks, or other locations. Driving equipment as needed is also part of the role. Other duties include general partition layout, partition framing and sheet rock installation, rough carpentry work including in-wall blocking, finish carpentry including installation of doors, frames, hardware and trim, and temporary protection including barricades, visqueen, floor protection, etc. General clean-up including vacuuming, sweeping and rubbish removal is expected. The role requires the ability to lift, squat, and pull up to 100 lbs. with frequency throughout the day. Selective demolition of non-load bearing walls, ceilings and flooring material and clean up of all demolition debris, receiving and handling of any miscellaneous material deliveries, and installation and maintenance of safety handrails, covered openings, etc. are also key responsibilities. Supervision of subcontractors and shift work may be directed by Pepper’s Project Foreman or Superintendent. Other duties as assigned.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed