Carpenter III

Position: Carpenter III

Department:  Construction

Status: Full Time – Non-Exempt 

Reports to: Superintendent  

Pay Scale: $25-30 per hour 

Position Overview: Carpenter III

Carpenter III is an advanced-level role responsible for high-level carpentry tasks—including complex framing, precise finish work, and specialized installations. This   position may involve reading and interpreting detailed building plans, contributing to project planning, and troubleshooting construction challenges. Although Carpenter III works independently on intricate tasks, it does not include direct supervision of other employees. The Carpenter III reports to the Superintendent.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Trade-Related Services

• Execute complex repairs,   installations, demolitions, and replacements, including advanced finish work.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of   property maintenance and carpentry techniques, including advanced wood/light   gauge steel framing, wallboard finishing, cabinetry, millwork, and flooring.
• Complete Work Orders and specialized   tasks with minimal oversight, ensuring high-quality results

Project Surveying & Planning

• Perform detailed site measurements and capture comprehensive documentation (photos, sketches).
• Evaluate project scope, resource requirements, and logistics for advanced tasks.
• Read and interpret comprehensive building plans, including structural, MEP systems, and design specifications.

Client & Stakeholder Communication

• Communicate directly with clients to address more complex questions and concerns related to advanced carpentry work.
• Provide technical insights to the Superintendent and Project Managers, helping guide project decisions.

Subcontractor Coordination

• Collaborate with Project Managers to address specialized subcontractor activities (e.g., verifying advanced framing or specialized installations).

Quality Control

• Maintain high-level quality control measures,  ensuring all work meets or exceeds industry standards and code requirements.
• Identify and resolve complex construction issues, liaising with the Superintendent for critical decisions.

Additional Duties

• Contribute expertise to Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings and specialized projects, such as healthcare or medical facilities.
• Handle additional tasks as assigned by the Superintendent to support successful project outcomes.

Previous Experience and Skills Required: 

• Advanced knowledge of construction, property maintenance, and carpentry methods.
• Demonstrable skill in reading/interpreting detailed building plans (including structural   and MEP).
• Strong verbal and written communication for complex problem-solving.
• Proficiency in industry-standard tools, techniques, and technologies (Microsoft 365,   Google Suite, ProCore).
• Experience with pre-engineered metal buildings and specialized facilities (e.g.,        healthcare) strongly preferred.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Travel and Other Expectations: 

• Must have a valid driver’s license (required)
• Reliable personal transportation 
• Basic Hand Tools 
• Use of a personal cell phone is   required
• Submit and pass a background check
• Ability to travel up to 90-minutes from Brandy Station, VA to various project location
• Access to internet for reporting 
• Ability to complete OSHA 30 – Construction Training 
• Ability to complete First Aid/CPR Training 

Schedule: 

• Monday through Friday: Regular hours
• On-call: As required
• Weekends: As needed
• Occasional evening/off hours: As needed. 

Benefits: 

• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and   Volunteer Activity Leave after probationary period.
• (9) Paid Holidays
• Retirement Account with Company Match   after probationary period. 
• Access to Company Vehicle (pending   insurability requirements and approval after probationary period)

Other Physical Requirements: Must wear steel-toed or composite toe boots, protective eyewear, hearing protection, and construction helmets as required. A safety vest and proper branded work attire, including a badge in customer facing areas, are mandatory. There is also a high frequency of computer use, including keyboarding and viewing monitors or tablet devices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Operate in dynamic and varied settings. Work both indoors and outdoors on commercial properties like office buildings, retail spaces, and industrial facilities. The job involves frequent travel to different job sites, adapting to active construction zones, and managing physically demanding tasks such as lifting, bending, and handling tools. Workers must follow strict safety protocols and be prepared for exposure to various weather conditions. The role requires effective teamwork and coordination with other tradespeople and supervisors, often with variable hours, including early starts, late finishes, and occasional weekend work to meet project deadlines and minimize business disruptions.