Carpenter jobs in Bakersfield, CA

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Responsible for the construction and repair of wood and wallboard fixtures in compliance with local building codes and general construction principles.

The base compensation range for this role is $48.00-52.51 per hour.

• Mobility benefits as applicable

EXPECTATIONS OF ALL TEAM MEMBERS

At Mortenson, we believe everyone is a leader. For that reason, every team member is expected to apply our leadership principles - Do the Right Thing, We Before Me and Inspire What's Possible - in their work. This means we act with dependability, initiative, and a positive attitude to produce high quality work and deliver an exceptional customer experience. We are on time, productive and consistent in our attendance. We approach work as part of a team, listen to the opinions of others and cooperate to achieve project goals. We accept direction from supervisors and seek out constructive feedback. We follow rules and procedures to ensure quality work and safeguard the wellbeing of ourselves and others. We push to exceed the established goals, standards and accountabilities of our positions to increase quality, safety and innovation.

All team members are responsible for supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, as well as positively contributing to our company culture. This begins by aligning with Mortenson's values and ethical standards as stated in the Mortenson Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, in addition to abiding by the procedures and practices outlined in the Mortenson Operations Manual.

KEY RESULT AREAS (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

Set up trailers

Study blueprints, sketches or building plans for information pertaining to the type of material required, such as lumber or fiberboard. Measures the dimensions of structure of fixture to be fabricated

Build decks, stairs, roofs and other temporary structures between office units, plan tables, install shelves, setup tool trailers and/or conex's, silt fences and/or straw bales, setup site per erosion control plan

Hand-set forms and/or assemble the gang forms

Assist journeyman and foreman with the shooting of grades and elevations

Unload, handle, stockpile, and erect all prefabricated materials

Concrete and rough carpentry

Hand set Walls

Footings

Set Gang Wall Forms

Structural Concrete Decks

Drywall

Finish Carpentry, doors, frames, and hardware

Millwork and cabinetry

Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

All other duties as assigned

Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy

Ability to picture solid objects from drawings or diagrams

Ability to speak and understand English

Strong teamwork orientation

Positive attitude and professional customer service skills

Detail orientation

Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or GED (required)

Minimum of three years of experience as a carpenter (required)

Trade or technical school certification/diploma is a plus (preferred)

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Ability to frequently work in heat and other weather conditions

B. Frequently crouch, kneel, squat, climb

C. Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs

D. Frequently reach high and low places

E. Ability to see, hear, balance, and review job sites

F. Ability to stand and walk throughout work day

G. Ability to use repetitive hand/arm/leg movements

This is just a general position description and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.

Benefits offered to Union craft team members include:

EAP and mental health resources

The Union provides additional benefits to team members in this position through a collective bargaining agreement, including vacation, health insurance, pension and job trainings.

Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.