Construction Worker - Carpenter

Morton Buildings, Inc.•Rochelle, IL

1d•$23 - $25

About The Position

Morton Buildings, Inc., an industry leader in post-frame construction, is expanding its construction crews. 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 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 together in a safe, organized, productive, and respectful environment. The position requires 10% travel, including possible overnight trips of up to two weeks at a time. Pay is $23.00 to $25.00 per hour based on experience, paid weekly. New crew members can earn an additional $2,000 during their first year through quarterly bonuses. Construction crew positions are eligible for three years of progressive pay increases based on experience, required training, and attendance. Employment offers 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 regularly, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and at heights up to 40 feet.
Ability to travel 10%, including possible overnight travel for up to two weeks at a time.

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 and understand construction plans and build according to them.
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, as well as mortarless masonry units.
Finish buildings with metal and wood trims.
Work with crew personnel in a safe, organized, productive, and respectful environment.

Benefits

$500 quarterly retention bonus during the first year of employment, totaling 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.