Carpenter Foreman - 2417

Reports to: Superintendent 

FLSA: Not Exempt 

 JOB SUMMARY: 

The Carpenter Foreman is responsible for on site management of all JHL craft personnel.  Through daily coordination with the Superintendent, the Carpenter Foreman will track, prioritize, and assign craft tasks in order to facilitate the needs of the project schedule. This position will oversee the project in the field to maintain layout control as well as JHL’s safety and quality programs. The Carpenter Foreman will be a key player in training and instructing JHL craft for efficient and quality work in addition to the development of skills and has direct authority over on-site JHL craft. He/she will coordinate with the Superintendent on prioritization of craft task. They will also coordinate with the Superintendent on all decisions related to or direction regarding subcontractors. 

 REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS: 

Core Duties / Responsibilities: 

• Organize and lead all JHL craft labor on site daily

• Takes responsibility for production and results of craft labor

• Leads morning craft labor coordination meeting

• Leads jobsite-wide weekly toolbox talks as directed by Superintendent

• Responsible for safety of crew, including the implementation of JHAs when applicable

• Assists superintendent in enforcing JHL safety program with trades and business partners on-site

• Provides guidance and instruction to craft labor in order to effectively complete tasks

• Assisting in building layout and maintaining control throughout construction

• Responsible for receiving and verification of material deliveries as directed by Superintendent

• Layout, coordination, installation, and verification of wood and metal blocking

• Erecting temporary walkways, and ramps, and scaffolding

• Setting forms for concrete

• Layout and installation of embeds

• Layout and installation of reinforcing steel

• Place and finish concrete

• Hanging doors and installing hardware

• Trim and finish carpentry

• Other duties as assigned.

  

Education / Experience: 

• Preferred: High School Diploma or GED

• Must have completed CITC (or equivalent) apprenticeship training or otherwise demonstrated substantial industry experience and proficiency.

• Maintain OSHA 30 (minimum) and recommended refresher training.

• Obtain as required - project specific and equipment operation safety training.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: 

• Operation of select equipment such as skid-steers, lifts, and forklifts
• Understand and implement framing techniques

  

Physical Requirements: FIELD % of Work Time 

• Must have the ability to remain in a standing or kneeling position. 90%
• Must have the ability to speak, write and comprehend English language. 100%
• Must have the ability to lift tools and supplies, up to 50 lbs. 40%
• Must have the ability to hear clearly. 100%
• Must have the ability to stoop, kneel, bend and reach. 100%
• Must have dexterity to utilize and manipulate tools and materials. 100%
• Must have clear vision, or wear glasses/contacts if vision is obscured 100%

TOTAL COMPENSATION: 

• Annual Bonus Eligible
• Overtime Yes
• Paid Time Off Yes - 40 hours per year after 90 days of employment.
• 401(k) Yes - Eligible after 3 months of employment.
• Health Insurance Yes - Eligible the month following your first 30 days of employment.
• Short Term Disability Yes - Eligible the month following your first 30 days of employment.
• Long Term Disability Yes - Eligible the month following your first 30 days of employment.
• Life Insurance Yes - 1 X Annual Salary up to $150K. Eligible after first year of employment. An additional Voluntary Life Insurance will also be available at that time.
• Company Mobile Phone Yes

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND TRAVEL: 

• Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather: snow, rain, and heat; loud noise, diesel fumes, grease, and oil smells.
• Daily travel as business requires during scheduled work hours.

DISCLAIMER: 

This job description is a summary and not meant to cover or include all tasks, duties, or responsibilities that the employee may be required to perform. These duties/responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.  

  

EEO STATEMENT: 

JHL Constructors is an EEO Employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital status or veteran status.