Carpenter A

Carpenter

The Carpenter is responsible for designing, constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing structures and other items of wood, plywood, and wallboard with the use of pneumatic and electric power tools. Will fasten materials together with nails, screws, staples, and / or adhesives, and does a final check of their work to ensure accuracy. Must have knowledge of advanced layout, use of simon forms, layout of anchor bolts, material takeoff from drawings, and safety requirements for building work. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and also learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• Read and interpret blueprints / sketches, and complete reports
• Instruct laborers and other construction trade helpers
• Build and set forms, use level instrument, tie rebar, build scaffold, finish carpentry work, read tape / ruler, set screeds, install batter boards, and operate various hand and power tools
• Inspect areas and conduct repairs or maintenance
• Assist other craft workers as needed

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