Construction Worker - Carpenter

Morton Buildings, Inc.•Rochelle, IL

2h•$23 - $25

About The Position

Morton Buildings is hiring construction crew members to build post-frame structures. Under the guidance of a crew foreman, the Construction Worker - Carpenter learns and follows the company’s safety and construction procedures, reads and builds according to 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; applying siding and roofing materials; and finishing structures with metal and wood trims. The role involves working collaboratively and respectfully with other crew members in a safe, organized, and productive environment. The position pays $23.00 to $25.00 per hour based on experience, with weekly pay. New crew members may earn an additional $2,000 during their first year through quarterly bonuses. Crew positions are also eligible for three years of progressive pay increases based on experience, required training, and attendance. The position requires 10% travel, including overnight travel that may last up to two weeks at a time. Candidates offered employment are subject to a pre-placement test that includes a drug screen.

Requirements

Willingness to participate in and complete a training program.
Available to work 9–10 hours during peak construction season.
Ability to take direction.
Ability to produce quality work efficiently.
Agreement to comply with all safety processes and procedures.
Willingness to maintain and operate construction tools safely and properly.
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.
Ability to travel 10%, including overnight travel possibly lasting up to two weeks at a time.

Nice To Haves

Building construction (post-frame), carpentry, or framing experience, either 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 safely and efficiently to construct buildings.
Dig and install footings.
Frame walls and roof structures.
Install windows, entry and other doors, and door openings.
Install siding and roofing materials, including hi-rib steel, shingles, wood and other siding materials, and mortarless masonry units.
Finish structures with metal and wood trims.
Work with other crew personnel in a safe, organized, productive, and respectful environment.

Benefits

$500 quarterly retention bonus during the first year of employment, for a stated total of up to $2,000.
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.