Upscale Remodeling Corp Hiring for Carpenter Job at Ithaca, NY Full Time

Carpenter (also looking for “A-Player” Lead Carpenters & Helpers) – Ithaca, NY

Are you an “A-Player?” Do you consider yourself a GREAT Carpenter? Do have a passion for high-quality work, a passion to make customers happy, and a strong desire to be part of a CHAMPIONSHIP-CALIBER team? Do you want to bring your knowledge, skills, and desire to grow to a well-established (over 30 years), well-respected, residential remodel company where you will be valued and appreciated? Do you exhibit the following core values: integrity, honesty, fairness, attention-to-detail, and professionalism. If so, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for and we would definitely like to talk with you!

Position Summary

The Carpenter is responsible for the successful and timely completion of various types of remodeling projects, which includes the execution of specific carpentry tasks (listed below) with minimal supervision as directed by the Project Manager and/or Lead Carpenter according to the project drawings, specifications, budget, and schedule. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and thoroughly understand all aspects of the project scope, details, job site conditions, and client responsibilities and expectations.
• Read, understand, and update all project documents throughout the course of the project.
• Assist with the flow of communication and information to all relevant parties, utilizing the appropriate company forms and processes.
• Purchase, deliver, and storage of job-related materials.
• Ensure materials, tools and equipment are on the job in advance of when they are needed and protected from theft and weather-related damage.
• Delegate, assist with, and personally perform designated construction tasks, including, but not limited to; dust and surface protection, demolition, tear-out, foundation layout, basic concrete/masonry work, framing and rough carpentry, including floor, wall, roof, and other structural framing, siding and exterior trim of various types, building decks and porches, minor roofing and flashing work, window and exterior door installation, minor plumbing and electrical work (if qualified to perform), insulation work (other than spray foam), minor drywall hanging, taping, and finishing, interior trim, millwork, and doors, cabinet installation, hardwood and floating floor installation, minor interior and exterior painting, staining, finishing, caulking, final detailing/cleanup, and debris removal.
• Help Lead Carpenters manage and expedite the work of other team members such as carpenters and laborers, assigning tasks with associated timelines and clear expectations; oversee results.
• Ensure compliance of company and industry safety guidelines by all team members and Trade Partners.
• Maintain the project site and property in a neat and orderly fashion; provide adequate dust protection; broom clean site daily, remove debris promptly; secure the site daily.
• Protect any items that will be reused or cannot be removed from the construction area from damage and dust, such as cabinets, shelving, landscape, large furniture pieces, etc.
• Keep tools, equipment, and materials neat, organized and consolidated at the end of each day.
• Keep client informed regularly about work progress, schedule, cleanliness, changes, etc…
• Get answers to client’s questions and concerns within 24-hours of their request. If an answer cannot be provided within 24-hours, provide an update on progress (communicate).
• Respect the client and their property.

General

• Maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance each workday.
• Conduct yourself in a professional, positive, and courteous manner, at all times.
• Participate in all project-related meetings including the pre-construction meeting, weekly project progress meetings, and the final project walk-through.
• Competently operate portions of our project management software (currently CoConstruct) and other apps and software as it relates to this position.
• Assist Lead Carpenters with troubleshooting and solving production related issues.
• Continually look for production inefficiencies and find ways to improve them.
• Be proactive in job planning and take other measures to keep material/shop runs to a minimum.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on the performance of field employees, Trade Partners, and other team members on a regular and requested basis.
• Be a student of success – strive for improvement: take part in educational opportunities, stay up to date with industry/trade-related methods and best practices, study and implement new methods and techniques as it relates to your work, and increase personal achievements year to year.
• Provide superior customer service for clients and ensure other team members do the same.
• Ensure a safe, productive, and efficient work environment.
• Actively participate in company events, including company meetings, trainings, and social events.
• Establish and maintain a good working relationship with other team members.
• Foster positive communications and relationships with clients, vendors, and other team members.
• Ensure you and your team are adhering to all company policies and procedures.
• Handle emergency calls and issues that arise outside of normal business hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.
• Motivated, self-starter, detail oriented, highly organized with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Knowledgeable in all phases of residential remodeling and construction procedures, with a minimum of eight (4) years carpentry experience.
• Rough carpentry experience such as floor, deck, wall, and roof framing, including layout knowledge of foundations, rafters, and stairs, and structural load-path knowledge.
• Finish carpentry experience including trim, cabinetry installation, and interior finishes.
• Good working knowledge of all related building codes and building trades with willingness and commitment to ongoing learning to stay current.
• Ability to interact and communicate well with clients, team members, vendors, and specialty trade contractors.
• The ability to take direction well while also able to lead, supervise, direct, mentor, and teach other team members.
• Excellent listening and comprehension skills, and the ability to interact and communicate well with clients, team members, vendors, and trade contractors.
• Ability to understand construction drawings, scopes of work, specifications, contracts, drawing notes, and business correspondence.
• Ability and willingness to use, learn and embrace new technology, apps and software as they relate to your work and this industry (i.e., Smartphones, computers, iPads, tablets and all related apps and software).
• Must be an excellent judge of quality.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to work within deadlines.
• Maintain a valid NYS driver’s license.

Tool and Equipment Requirements

• The Carpenter is expected to supply and maintain, use properly, effectively, and safely, all the standard hand and power tools necessary for this position. Items such ladders, scaffolding, table saws, compound miter saws, blades, other consumables, etc… are provided by the company.
• Clean, reliable, pick-up truck or van.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, climbing, and sitting.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 60 pounds.
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to climb and work off ladders up to 30 feet, and work at heights up to 40 feet off the ground.
• Must be able to use a computer and see color.
• Ability to travel to job sites daily, and transport tools and materials to and from efficiently.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• PTO (8 days plus one additional day per year, up 20 days)
• 6 paid holidays
• Paid time off for bereavement
• NYS paid family leave, workers compensation and unemployment insurance
• AFLAC
• SIMPLE IRA with company match (up to 3% of annual salary)
• Tool and clothing allowance
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 – $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ithaca, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Residential Carpentry: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location: One location