Installer

Installer Position

Join a team where your hands-on skills help build the future. As an Installer at RK Mission Critical, you'll work in a dynamic shop environment assembling and fabricating structural components for innovative modular buildings. From reading blueprints to operating tools and machinery, your attention to detail and commitment to safety will play a key role in bringing projects to life. If you're experienced in carpentry and take pride in quality work, this is a great opportunity to grow alongside skilled professionals while working on high-impact projects. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting, we want to hear from you.

RK Company Overview

As a second-generation, family-owned enterprise, RK Industries, LLC (RK) offers a diverse range of construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication and building services. Led by Rick and Jon Kinning, RK represents seven distinct lines of business that work together to provide seamless project collaboration. Our exclusive building methodologies, accredited safety standards and professional execution allow us to turn our customers' greatest concepts into reality.

Position Summary

The primary role of the Installer is to perform such duties as required to facilitate the assembly and fabrication of final products. An Installer will be required to perform tasks involving physical labor at an assembly plant, and will be required to operate a variety of hand and power tools. The Installer will be responsible for the efficient construction and production of final products according to established work procedures, following all safety protocols and workplace policies.

Role Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Read and follow blueprints, drawings, and sketches to meet the project specifications
• Measure, cut and assemble the framing lumber needed to build residential, commercial or industrial buildings
• Assemble and install structure components and materials
• Join materials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesives
• Measure, cut or shape metal, wood, and other materials
• Construct building frameworks, including walls, floors, roofs and doorframes
• Erect, level, and install building framework with the aid of rigging and cranes
• Instruct and direct laborers and other construction helpers
• Work with light-gauge and load-bearing steel framing for interior partitions, exterior framing, and curtain wall construction
• Work with concrete forming systems, finishing interior and exterior walls, partitions, and ceilings
• Accurately take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed for a project.
• Skilled in use of tools necessary to cut and shape smooth construction materials according to plans
• Build modular structures and buildings using raw materials, pre-fab components or sub-assemblies.
• Lay out walls, flooring, roofing, etc. ensuring they are level, plumb, and installed according to plans
• Operate trade specific machinery.
• Position and install parts, subassemblies and accessories using hand and power tools and hoists.
• Mark, record and report defects.
• Clean and perform preparation of work area or cell.
• Must be able to read, understand, and perform work instructions as written.
• Interpret job orders and drawings as needed
• Inspects and documents product compliance
• Handle materials.
• Maintains time records and metrics accurately.
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Post-Secondary diploma is a plus.
• Hands-on experience working with carpentry materials
• Previous experience as a carpenter, fabricator, or installer is preferred
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints and other technical diagrams.
• Critical eye for identifying defects.
• Commitment to quality and safety.
• Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, and the tools required in assembly processes.
• Strong working mechanical knowledge of machines and tools.
• Ability to determine the correct tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• This position requires shop work. When working in the shop, one must exercise caution as this environment presents many naturally occurring and potentially worker-produced hazards.
• It is very important that the incumbent of this position is able to work and communicate, while effectively managing time, completing tasks, and working safely.
• Strong working knowledge of construction techniques, including installation and assembly.
• Must have working knowledge of trade materials and tools
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
• Knowledge of First Aid and CPR.
• Knowledge of hazards associated with the industry.

Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability

Physical requirements include:

• Work predominately inside and in dusty and noisy areas.
• Work in high places, tight places, and confined spaces.
• Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry 51 to 75 lbs. occasionally, and/or 31 to 45 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 16 to 22 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment will be required (e.g. safety glasses, safety boots, etc.).
• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in conditions that include heat and cold.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present.
• RK Mission Critical employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including the training requirements of RK Orientation, shop specific orientation, CPR/First Aid/AED/Blood borne Pathogens, Hazard Identification and Reporting, and OSHA 10.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.