Construction Worker - Carpenter

Morton Buildings Careers•Charleston, MO

About The Position

Morton Buildings is hiring construction crew members to build post-frame buildings. Under the guidance of a crew foreman, the Construction Worker - Carpenter learns and follows company safety and construction procedures, reads and builds according to construction plans, and uses 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 collaboratively in a safe, organized, productive, and respectful environment. The role requires 90% travel based on a 52-week year, including overnight travel that may last up to two weeks at a time. During peak construction season, employees must be available to work 9–10 hours. The position involves physically demanding work at heights up to 40 feet and lifting 50 pounds regularly, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds. Pay is $22.00–$24.00 per hour based on experience, paid weekly. New crew members can earn an additional $2,000 in their first year through quarterly $500 bonuses, subject to applicable withholding taxes. The role is eligible for three years of progressive pay increases based on experience, required training, and attendance. Employment offers are contingent on a pre-placement test that includes a drug screen.

Requirements

Willingness to participate in and complete a training program.
Valid driver's license preferred.
Available to work 9–10 hours during peak construction season.
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, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and at heights up to 40 feet.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel 90% of the time, including overnight trips possibly lasting up to two weeks.

Nice To Haves

Building construction (post-frame), carpentry, or framing experience, either on the job or in school.
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, entry and other 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.
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage.
Life insurance.
Training bonus.
Safety incentives.
Paid holidays.
Paid vacation.
Paid leave.
Bad weather pay.
401(k) opportunity.
Three years of progressive pay increases based on experience, required training, and attendance.