Morton Buildings, Inc. is hiring: Construction Worker - Carpenter in Jefferson

Overview

Construction Worker - Carpenter role at Morton Buildings, Inc.

Morton Buildings is the industry leader in post-frame construction with 120 years in business and operations across more than 10 manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping plants serving over 100 construction centers nationwide.

Salary is $21.00 to $23.00 per hour based on experience. Bonus: Earn an additional $2000 in the first year; new crew members receive an additional $500 bonus every quarter during their first year. These bonuses are subject to all applicable withholding taxes.

Under the guidance of your crew foreman you will:

Responsibilities

• Learn, keep current with and apply Morton Buildings' safety and construction procedures, methods, and standards
• Read, understand and build according to construction plans
• Utilize various tools and equipment to safely and efficiently construct buildings
• Efficiently execute tasks such as digging and installing footings, framing walls and roof structures, installing windows, entry and other doors and door openings, installing various siding and roofing materials including hi-rib steel, shingles, wood and other siding materials and mortarless masonry units, finishing with metal and wood trims
• Work with crew personnel in a safe, organized, productive environment

Qualifications

• Building construction (post-frame), carpentry or framing experience preferred (on the job or in school)
• Willingness to participate in and complete a training program
• A valid driver’s license is preferred; Class A CDL is highly desired
• Available to work 9–10 hours during peak construction season
• Ability to take direction
• Produce quality work in an efficient manner
• Agree to comply with all safety processes and procedures
• Willingness to maintain and operate construction tools in a safe and proper manner
• Ability to operate specialized safety equipment efficiently and effectively
• Standard weight lifting requirements - 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds
• Capable of working in a physically demanding environment and at various heights (up to 40 feet)
• Presents good communication skills - both written and verbal
• This position requires 15% travel, including overnight travel possibly up to two weeks at a time

Benefits

• $500 quarterly retention bonus for the first year of employment
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Excellent medical/dental/prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Training bonus
• Safety incentives
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bad weather pay
• 401K Opportunity
• AND SO MUCH MORE

Morton Buildings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. All candidates offered employment will be subject to a pre-placement test which includes a drug screen.