Apprentice Carpenter at Swinerton Builders in Charlotte, North Carolina

Job Description:

Job Description Summary:
Handle materials, clean construction area, prep and use of basic hand tools, remain attentive to achieve trade knowledge and skill. Support activities at all Swinerton job-sites as directed.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITES AND DUTIES:

• Clean work areas, machines, or equipment, to maintain a clean and safe job site


• Retrieve tools for other carpenters


• Understand and use of basic hand and power tools


• Maintain a clean construction area


• Select tools, equipment, or materials from storage and transport items to work site


• Material handling for carpenters


• Construct and/or build small carpentry projects at the discretion of the responsible journeyman carpenter(s)


• Learn to read blueprints, architectural drawings and construction layouts


• Perform tie spacing layout and measure, mark, drill or cut


• Fasten timbers or lumber with glue, screws, pegs, or nails and install hardware


• Drill holes in timbers or lumber


• Cut lumber, plywood or forms with skill-saw


• Position and hold timbers, lumber, or paneling in place for fastening or cutting


• Align, straighten, plumb, or square forms for installation


• Hold plumb bobs, sighting rods, or other equipment to aid in establishing reference points and lines


• Erect scaffolding, shoring, or braces


• Assist carpenters with layout


• Complete other responsibilities as assigned

SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to learn new skills with attention to detail


• Lift and/or pull 50lbs.,


• Climb ladders, work off ladders, man lifts or other equipment


• Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time, fully squat, bend or kneel while wearing a tool belt


• Capable of working in a variety of weather conditions


• Uphold Swinerton Core Values of Integrity, Leadership, Passion and Excellence at all times


• Adhere to all OSHA and Swinerton safety practices and procedures