Carpenter

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Carpenter

About Us

We have been building and remodeling homes and businesses throughout the Berkshires and surrounding areas since 1990. Throughout this time, we have developed a number of relationships with skilled and local artisans, craftspeople, and suppliers. We draw on those connections and many years of experience to provide our clients with the best quality and service possible.

At Sacred Oak Homes, we cultivate a collaborative environment to most effectively help our clients realize their building goals. Throughout our projects, we engage in clear and open communication with every member of the team, from the architect and client to the subcontractors and suppliers. We create and maintain an efficient project schedule and bring awareness and mindfulness to all our efforts.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will work directly under the supervision of a qualified Lead Carpenter and construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, metal studs, and drywall using carpenter's hand tools and power tools, while conforming to local building codes.

Responsibilities

• Help install foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs using materials such as wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composites of multiple materials
• Assist with fitting and installing window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using a carpenters level, plumb bob, and laser levels
• Erect scaffolding, and ladders for assembling structures above ground levels.
• Position and hold timbers, lumber, or paneling in place for fastening or cutting
• Select tools, equipment, and/or materials from storage and transport items to the work site
• Clean work areas, machines, or equipment, to maintain a clean and safe job site
• Hold plumb bobs, sighting rods, or other equipment to aid in establishing reference points and lines
• Cut and install timbers, lumber, and/or paneling to specified dimensions, and drill holes in timbers or lumber
• Sand surfaces to remove ridges, tool marks, glue, or caulking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of carpentry experience
• Eagerness and willingness to learn
• Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as the ability to complete a company-specific safety orientation
• Be able to work harmoniously as part of a team.
• High standard of integrity and professionalism
• Strong communication skills

Benefits:

• Retirement savings (401k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)