Construction Worker - Carpenter

Morton Buildings Careers•Warsaw, NY

22d

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 follows company safety and construction procedures, reads and builds from construction plans, and uses tools and equipment to perform construction tasks. Work includes installing footings; framing walls and roof structures; installing windows, doors, and door openings; installing siding and roofing materials such as hi-rib steel, shingles, wood, and mortarless masonry units; and finishing with metal and wood trims. Crew members work together in a safe, organized, productive, and respectful environment. The position pays $22.00–$24.00 per hour based on experience, with weekly pay. New crew members may earn an additional $2,000 during their first year through quarterly $500 bonuses, subject to applicable withholding taxes. The position requires 30% travel, 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. Construction crew positions are eligible for three years of progressive pay increases based on experience, required training, and attendance.

Requirements

Building construction (post-frame), carpentry, or framing experience is preferred, whether gained on the job or in school.
Willingness to participate in and complete a training program.
A valid driver’s license is 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 maintain and operate construction tools safely and properly.
Able to meet standard lifting requirements of 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
Able to work in a physically demanding environment and at heights up to 40 feet.
Able to travel 30%, including overnight trips possibly lasting up to two weeks.
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 gained 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; and finish buildings with metal and wood trims.
Work with other crew personnel in a safe, organized, productive, and respectful environment.
Maintain and operate construction tools safely and properly.

Benefits

Additional $500 quarterly retention bonus during the first year of employment (up to $2,000 total).
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.
401K opportunity.
Three years of progressive pay increases based on experience, required training, and attendance.