Carpenter Foreman
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
Responsible for providing oversight to project carpentry crews. Coordinate, implement and supervise all self performed work.
EXPECTATIONS OF ALL TEAM MEMBERS
High quality, professional work product performed with initiative, productivity, a positive attitude and behavior. Team members should cooperate with others in a team environment, accept direction from supervisors, follow work rules and procedures, have punctual and consistent attendance, and accept constructive feedback. Performance should meet or exceed the established standards, goals, and accountabilities of the position.
All team members are responsible for supporting an inclusive work environment along with affirmative action and employment related goals and requirements. Team members should align with and contribute to the Mortenson values and ethical standards as stated in the Mortenson Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and understand and abide by the procedures and practices outlined in the Mortenson Operations Manual.
KEY RESULT AREAS (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)
A. Ensure proper IWP is n place and understood by their crew
B. Examine blueprints to determine dimensions of structure
C. Lay out floor-plan and cabinetwork using tape, framing square and calipers
D. Select materials and structural units, such as lumber, prefabricated doors, cabinets of wood or plastic, paneling, and inspects them to ensure conformance with provisions of building code and local ordinance
E. Determine sequence of activities concerned with fabrication, assembly and erection of structure
F. Assign workers to such tasks as cutting material to size, building concrete forms, erecting wooden framework, and laying flooring
G. Inspect work performed by subcontractors including ductwork, wiring and pipe installations, to ensure conformance with specifications
H. Install doors, builds stairs and lays hardwood floors
I. Shooting grades nd elevations
J. Unload, handle, stockpile and erect of all pre-fabricated materials
K. Concrete and rough carpentry
- Hand set Walls
- Footings
- Set Gang Wall Forms
- Structural Concrete Decks
- Slab on metal deck and grade
- Concrete columns
- Drywall
L. Finish Carpentry, doors, frames, and hardware
- Set door frames, hang doors, and install hardware
- Finish carpentry: install toilet accessories, hand rails, corner guards, toilet partitions, lockers, upper cabinets, lower cabinets, countertops, wall paneling systems, coffered ceiling systems and running trim
M. Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance
N. Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
O. All other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy
- Ability to picture solid objects from drawings or diagrams
- Some ability to read plans
- Ability to operate equipment such as: table saws, radial arm saws, belt & disc sanders, drill presses, fall protection equipment, rigging and form systems
- Strong teamwork orientation
- Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
- Detail orientation
- Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of apprentice program
- Minimum of five years of related experience
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequency codes: (A) Always, (F) Frequently, (O) Occasionally, (N) Never
A - See (naturally or corrected)
A - Hear (naturally or corrected)
A - Traverse construction site daily
A - Balance
A - Manual dexterity
A - Arm steadiness
A - Dirt
F - Heat/Cold
F - Excessive noise
A - Dust
O - Grease/Oil
O - Vibration
F - Heights
O - Confined spaces
O - Sitting
A - Standing
A - Walking
F - Crouching/Stooping
F - Kneeling/Squatting
F - Climbing
A - Repetitive hand/arm/leg movements
F - Lifting/Carrying Up to 50lbs
F - Lifting/Carrying 50lbs +
F - Pushing/Pulling Up to 50lbs
F - Pushing/Pulling 50lbs +
F - Reaching (high or low)
*Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.
This position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.
Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
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