Journeyman Carpenter for High End Custom Home Builder

Job Summary:

A Journeyman Carpenter must have the skills and knowledge to operate all hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment. They must be able to understand the materials and procedures for advanced building techniques and perform all carpentry work necessary for custom residential construction from breaking ground to punch list completion. A Journeyman Carpenter must be capable of leading and developing a crew of Apprentice Carpenters and Carpenter’s Helpers.

Essential Job Requirements:

Job Qualifications:

Education: Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent; College degree preferred

Experience: Minimum 5 years full time carpentry construction experience required and minimum 2+ years in high end custom residential carpentry preferred

Safe Lifting: Use proper lifting techniques when moving lumber and other materials. Always ask for assistance when moving heavy items.

PPE: Always wear personal protective equipment such as ear protection, safety glasses, and gloves on the job.

Driving: Must have valid Driver’s License.

A similar combination of both education and experience will be considered.

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

Construction Aptitude Skills: Strength, Stamina, Hand Eye Coordination, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving Skills, Mathematics/Geometry, Mechanically Inclined, Organizational Skills.

Journeyman Carpentry Skills: Perform advanced layout and be competent in performing all facets of construction from frame to finish carpentry including, hand framed roofs, stairs, log and timber work and windows and doors. Be competent in performing concrete, architectural and structural steel erection and install, thermal and moisture installations, cabinetry, drywall and finishes. Understand and perform all phases of construction in the most efficient way.

Construction Document Interpretation: Able to read blueprints and cross reference schedules and details to find all needed information.

Mission Statement:

Understand all aspects of a project, including needs of other trades, in order to complete scopes of work assigned by Foreman/Superintendent within BRB’s safety, quality, and productivity standards, while providing guidance and supervision to Apprentice Carpenters and Carpenter Trainees. Develop team members through teaching daily operations, construction techniques and BRB’s safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Objectives

Support Foreman/Superintendent in leading crew teams while acquiring necessary tools (per BRB tool list) and learning leadership and planning role (per BRB skills and competencies list).

o Material list/Cut lists

o Planning Ahead

o Manage skill sets/teams

o Organizing crews

o Equipment utilization

o Jobsite productivity

Ensure BRB Standards are met in: Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Leadership

o Safety: Ensure safety & cleanliness of job site.

 Always use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and be safe .

 Ensure proper guardrails/handrails are erected and that slippery conditions and other hazards are remedied immediately.

 Keep the job site and trailer clean and organized, floors swept, debris consolidated, and keep extension cords, air hoses and tools organized.

 Serve as member of Safety Committee learning BRB Safety Program.

 Recognize near misses and safety hazards, address near misses and safety hazards to ensure jobsite remains safe and all accidents are avoided, alert Foreman/Superintendent or Safety Committee of unsafe conditions.

o Quality: Ensure protection of completed work/material

 Keep all lumber/material piles neat, covered, and stacked level.

 Protect finished surfaces (rosin paper/plywood/etc.).

 Stake all ground penetrations/sewer cleanouts/culverts/etc.

 Set example for subcontractors in site cleanliness.

 Uphold and perform BRB preferred installation methods and tolerances.

 Ensure manufacturer’s recommended installation methods are followed.

 Understand air, moisture and vapor barrier importance and proper installation.

o Productivity: Assist with jobsite productivity & cleanliness

 Scaffold erection/Material staging (in an accessible location.)

 Perform required building tasks as called for in layout and as directed by Foreman/Superintendent. Guide Carpenter Trainees and Apprentice Carpenters as needed to complete building tasks.

 Keep company and personal tools cleaned, oiled, and in a good state of repair. Assist with equipment inspection/lubrication (i.e. forklift, genie).

 Understand work planning and stay busy at all times.

 Operating equipment when efficient.

 Be prepared and on time every day

o Leadership: Show strong leaderships skills and abilities within the BRB team and amongst subcontractors and set an example for all employees on the crew.

 Provide guidance and supervision for Apprentice Carpenters and Carpenter Trainees as necessary.

 Teach, train and develop Carpenter Trainees to become Apprentice Carpenters and Apprentice Carpenters to become Journeymen Carpenters.

 Encourage and maintain a positive work environment.

Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance; 401k, profit sharing, PTO, commute pay and much more!