Construction Maint. Tech / Carpenters

CARPENTER/MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Architectural Environments, Inc. is a construction services company that has 30+ years of experience performing high-end commercial, biotech, pharmaceutical, and laboratory projects throughout Eastern Massachusetts.  We are currently seeking a full-time skilled Carpenter/Maintenance Technician to expand our in-house tradesmen staff.  This position will work in conjunction with a team of carpenters to perform various construction and facilities maintenance tasks, and may report to a lead carpenter/foreman, superintendent, or project manager, depending on the circumstances of specific projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Installation of architectural upgrades and finishes including but not limited to wall partitions, drywall patching, painting, insulation, ceilings, floors, doors & frames, hardware, casework, and other specialty items.
• Install temporary protection and construction segregation measures to enable work by other subcontracted trades.
• Perform various architectural facilities maintenance tasks as required within occupied office and laboratory spaces
• Place material orders as required
• Take directions from AEI superintendent and/or project manager
• Inspect and maintain company owned tools and equipment as they pertain to particular projects
• Remove and dispose of materials.
• Maintain jobsite cleanliness
• Prioritization of safety including use of PPE, enforcement of company policies, and maintenance of a work areas.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of construction methods and materials, including framing, drywall, doors/frames, hardware, patching/painting, acoustic ceiling systems, flooring, etc.
• Proficient in using standard industry tools and equipment, including both hand and power tools
• Ability to read measuring devices such as a tape measure, level, laser, square, etc.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to communicate efficiently with supervisors, colleagues, and clients
• Must be able to navigate the use of a smart phone and computer/tablet to read and respond to emails and texts
• Prior experience in commercial construction/maintenance required
• OSHA 10 required. OSHA 30 preferred.
• First Aid & CPR certifications a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in conditions that may require walking/standing on hard surfaces for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to lift/move construction materials on a regular basis (upwards of 70 lbs)
• Ability to ascend/descend a ladder
• Overall dexterity, stamina, and physical condition to work daily on a construction site

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Subject to criminal background check and drug test
• Clean and valid Driver’s License required
• Must have own vehicle

Benefits

• Group health and dental insurance
• 100% company paid short-term & long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching component
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Plus several optional employee-paid benefits offered through our Paychex Business Solution Employee Benefits Plan.