Carpenter Job at Clark Construction Company (Washington, DC)

Job Description

General Purpose of Job: Build rough wooden structures, such as concrete forms and scaffolds according to sketches, blueprints, or oral instructions.

Build rough wooden structures, such as concrete forms and scaffolds according to sketches, blueprints, or oral instructions.
Study blueprints and diagrams to determine dimensions of structure or form to be constructed.
Measure materials or distances, using square, measuring tape, or rule to lay out work.
Cut or saw boards, timbers, or plywood to required size, using handsaw, power saw, or woodworking machine.
Assemble and fasten material together to construct wood or metal framework of structure, using bolts, nails, or screws.
Anchor and brace forms and other structures in place, using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges, and timbers.
Mark cutting lines on materials, using pencil and scriber.
Erect forms, framework, scaffolds, ladders, hoists, or roof supports, using hand tools, plumb rule, and level.
Bore bolt holes in timber, masonry, or concrete walls, using power drill.
Assemble wood or metal forms for construction of columns and walls.
Fabricate parts, using woodworking and metalworking machines.
Dig or direct digging of post holes and set poles to support structures.
Dismantle wall and column form.

Apprentice certificates are required for apprentices.
Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships
Physical demands: navigate active construction areas with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and personnel hoists
constant standing, walking, and performing repetitive physical tasks
frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing over 50 pounds with assistance
frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and reaching
sufficient physical dexterity and balance to work safely at various heights and in confined spaces
visual acuity (including close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus)
adequate hearing (with or without assistive devices) to understand instructions and warnings in a noisy environment
Must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis.