Construction Worker - Carpenter

Morton Buildings, Inc.•Atkinson, IL

1d•$22 - $24

About The Position

Morton Buildings is hiring Construction Workers - Carpenters to join its construction crews. Under the guidance of a crew foreman, employees learn and follow the company’s safety and construction procedures, read and build from construction plans, and use tools and equipment to construct buildings. Work includes digging and installing footings; framing walls and roof structures; installing windows, doors, and door openings; installing siding and roofing materials; and finishing buildings with metal and wood trims. Crew members work together in a safe, organized, productive environment and are expected to treat others with dignity and respect. The position pays $22.00 to $24.00 per hour, based on experience, with weekly pay. New crew members may receive $500 quarterly bonuses during their first year, totaling an additional $2,000, subject to applicable taxes. Construction crew positions are eligible for three years of progressive pay increases based on experience, required training, and attendance. The role requires 20% travel, including possible overnight travel for up to two weeks at a time, and availability to work 9–10 hours during peak construction season.

Requirements

Willingness to participate in and complete a training program.
Ability to take direction and produce quality work efficiently.
Agreement to comply with all safety processes and procedures.
Ability to operate specialized safety equipment efficiently and effectively.
Ability to lift 50 pounds routinely and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and at heights up to 40 feet.
Available to work 9–10 hours during peak construction season.
Ability to travel 20%, including possible overnight trips of up to two weeks.
All candidates offered employment must complete a pre-placement test that includes a drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Building construction (post-frame), carpentry, or framing experience, whether on the job or in school.
A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Learn, keep current with, and apply Morton Buildings' safety and construction procedures, methods, and standards.
Read, understand, and build according to construction plans.
Use tools and equipment to construct buildings safely and efficiently.
Dig and install footings; frame walls and roof structures; install windows, doors, and door openings; install siding and roofing materials; and finish with metal and wood trims.
Work with crew personnel in a safe, organized, productive, and respectful environment.
Maintain and operate construction tools safely and properly.

Benefits

$500 quarterly retention bonus during the first year of employment, totaling up to $2,000, subject to applicable withholding taxes.
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage.
Life insurance.
Training bonus.
Safety incentives.
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time.
Bad weather pay.
401(k) opportunity.
Three years of progressive pay increases based on experience, required training, and attendance.
Weekly pay.