Journeyman Carpenter

Summary:

Carpenters on our team play a key role in delivering exceptional workmanship on residential remodels. We are looking for someone dependable, detail-oriented, and experienced in both structural and finish carpentry.
Journeyman Carpenters perform carpentry work to build custom structures based on technical drawings, as well as repair damaged buildings and elements within structures, primarily using wood and metal.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Completes all carpentry work accurately and in an efficient manner.*
2. Applies skilled knowledge of carpentry to include all aspects of residential and
commercial carpentry, both rough and finish.*
3. Operates power tools in a safe manner to include table saws, compound miter saws,
skill saws, table and hand planers and drills.*
4. Lifts and carries tools to perform work.*
5. Adheres to established policies and procedures paying special attention to safety
regulations.*

6. Performs on call responsibilities in accordance with established schedules.*
7. Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of the project*
8. Installs finish fixtures and structures*
9. Skilled in stair and roof framing.*

10.Strong Finish Carpentry skills (casing/ baseboard, cabinetry, etc)*
11. Proficient in window installation and understands waterproofing components/
requirements.*
9. Inspect and replace damaged frame work or other structures and fixtures*
10. Instructs and directs laborers and other construction helpers*
11. Determines, plans for, and picks up/ delivers tools and materials necessary to complete
day to day tasks on a project.*
12. Trains and leads other laborers on jobsite when Lead Foreman is not on site.*

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability
to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and
small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Bilingual is not required, but preferred.

Math Ability:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference,
and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic geometry.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations
where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in
written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 6 years related experience and/or
training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Travel:
• A construction appropriate vehicle is required.
Travel is frequently required for this job and carpenters often travel to and from job sites
throughout the day, as well as picking up tools and supplies.

Certificates and Licenses:
• Valid driver's license

Equipment:
• circular saws
• sanders
• nail guns
• hand tools

Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities:
• basic computer skills, attention to detail
• time management
• oral communication skills
• professionalism
• leadership
• customer service

Location:
Must live locally to the Long Beach area (no long distance commuters).

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use
hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to
climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to
sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities
required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and
ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving
mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, and outdoor weather conditions. The
employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally
exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

*essential function

W.T. Durant, Inc. is a Design/ Build Firm, a trusted name in Southern California for over 25 years. We are a well-established residential construction company based in Long Beach, CA, specializing in remodels and custom home projects. Our team takes pride in craftsmanship, attention to detail, and delivering beautiful, lasting results for our clients. We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Carpenter to join our growing crew.