SUMMARY
General Construction Carpenters report to the Superintendent and provide support throughout a construction project. The person in this position needs to have the ability to be flexible as this position may perform various functions throughout a shift. The person in this position will need to be comfortable working in a public setting. Jostin requires all employees to work collaboratively as a team with other Jostin employees and trade partners.
Jostin is currently hiring for all 3 levels (1,2, &3) of General Construction Carpenters in Cincinnati and Lexington. Please see the preferred knowledge, skills, and qualifications for each level below.
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CARPENTER 1
A General Construction Carpenter 1 requires the mastering of the laborer classification skill set. Below are requirements for knowledge and skills for this level of General Construction Carpenter.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of general contracting
Knowledge of power tools
Knowledge of safety procedures and best practices on a construction site
Knowledge of general trade work
Skills:
Properly align walls
Visualize wall layouts
Perform exterior/interior wall blocking
Be comfortable working in public settings
Ability to operate various power tools in a safe manner
Ability to install and troubleshoot doors/frames and hardware
Ability to understand detailed instructions on proper installation techniques of various finished products
Ability to install accessories
Knowledge of doors/frames and hardware
Knowledge of architectural construction, mainly within the commercial construction field
Knowledge of fasteners and how to determine elevations from drawings
Assist with safety barricades
Assist with framing
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CARPENTER 2
A General Construction Carpenter 2 should be as knowledgeable and proficient as a General Construction Carpenter 1, but must also have the additional skills listed below.
Additional Skills:
Ability to complete stair forming/layout of stairs
Ability to layout and complete stud framing (wood and metal)
Ability to read blueprints and understand details
Ability to complete pre-layout of walls
Ability to install frames
Ability to install safety barricades
Ability to work in finished environments
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CARPENTER 3
A General Construction Carpenter 3 should be as knowledgeable and proficient as a General Construction Carpenter 2, but must also have the additional skills listed below.
Additional Skills:
Visualize wall layout and perform proper steps to ensure accurate layout dimensions
Meet daily with the crew to maintain a safe working environment
Properly rig loads with proper cables or strapping for crane or forklift material handling
Operate layout equipment
Manage crews
Conduct trainings
Knowledge of architectural construction, commonly within the commercial construction field
Ability to install casework, trim, access panels, window coverings, and miscellaneous metals
Ability to read blueprints and scale for proper layouts
Assist superintendent with daily planning, scheduling, safety, JSA’s, and inventory
QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CARPENTERS:
Valid driver’s license
Reliable transportation
Ability to successfully pass a drug screening
The ability to work irregular hours including weekends when necessary
The ability to work in harsh weather conditions for long periods of time
The ability to exert oneself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath
The ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without giving out or fatiguing
Willingness to commute within a 125-mile radius of Cincinnati
COVID vaccinations may be required on some job sites
Benefits
- Healthcare coverage
- Short Term Disability
- Company paid life insurance
- IRA retirement options with company match up to 3%
- Aflac insurance options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- PPE provided
- Company events
- Quarterly Bonuses
- Paid referral program
Jostin Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class and is a member of a drug free safety program.