Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite's century-old success. We're building more than infrastructure; we are building your future. General Summary From complex infrastructure to minor construction, Granite Construction offers a unique set of opportunities to gain experience and build your career. As one of the largest diversified construction companies in the nation, you will have the opportunity to learn and work with some of the best experts in the field. Why Choose Granite? Granite's Benefits and Well-Being program consistently ranks at near the top level for all companies in our industry (and outside out industry as well). A few of the benefits we offer to our employees: • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts • 401K Program with Employer Match up to 6% • Company Paid Basic Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance • Voluntary Short-Term Disability • Optional Allstate Benefits Voluntary Plans • 7 Paid Holidays Build your career with Granite Construction Company! Pay Range: $19.00-$26.00 DOE Constructs, erects, installs, and repairs structures and fixtures of wood structures, using hand tools and power tools, and conforming to industry standards. Essential Job Accountabilities • Selects specified type of lumber or other materials • Prepares layout, using rule, framing square, and calipers • Marks cutting and assembly lines on materials, using pencil, chalk, and marking gage • Shapes materials to prescribed measurements, using saws, chisels, and planes • Assembles cut and shaped materials and fastens them together with nails, dowel pins, or glue • Constructs forms and chutes for pouring concrete • Erects scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level Work Experience • Must have construction experience / heavy construction preferred • Minimum of 1 year experience required • Dam or other heavy structure experience highly preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Workers should be able to: • Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy • Apply shop mathematics to solve problems • Plan work and select proper tools • Compare and see differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects • Picture solid objects from drawings or diagrams • Perform a variety of duties which may change often; and rate information using standards that can be measured or checked • Work outdoors in all weather conditions • Work Safely by Choice Physically, workers must be able to: • Climb and maintain balance on scaffolds and ladders • Reach for, handle, and manipulate objects and materials • Lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds • Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl, and see well (either naturally or with correction). About Granite Construction Incorporated Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here. Notice to Staffing Agencies Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.
See More Details >>Job Summary: The hallmark of IKEA is the creation of aesthetically pleasing and practical home furnishing solutions tailored to elevate everyday life. As a Carpenter within the company, you play a vital role in embodying this ethos through the construction of premium furniture exhibits, showroom designs, and custom fittings that effectively showcase our offerings. Roles and Responsibilities: • You will contribute to enhancing the in-store customer experience by establishing a distinct visual presence that mirrors the identity of the IKEA Brand. • Creating, arranging, and coordinating in-store visuals to highlight product diversity and reinforce the visual identity associated with IKEA. • Working thoughtfully with resources and materials to reduce the environmental footprint and enhance recycling and reusing efforts. Key Responsibilities: Design, modify, and arrange furniture and interior displays in accordance with IKEA's aesthetic concepts. Utilize woodworking tools and equipment efficiently and safely. Contribute to creating engaging room layouts that align with customer preferences and modern trends. Ensure all carpentry tasks comply with IKEA’s safety and quality guidelines.
See More Details >>Job Summary: The primary focus at IKEA is on developing aesthetically pleasing and practical home furnishing solutions that elevate the quality of daily life. As a Experienced Carpenter for High-End Woodwork & Finishing within the organization, you are pivotal in materializing this objective through the creation of premium furniture showcases, showroom arrangements, and bespoke fittings that highlight our products effectively. Roles and Responsibilities: • You play a key role in improving the in-store customer experience by maintaining a strong visual aesthetic that is in harmony with the values of the IKEA Brand. • Crafting, erecting, and setting up in-store media for showcasing products and promoting the IKEA brand aesthetic. • Mindfully utilizing resources and materials in order to cut down on the environmental footprint and optimize recycling and reusing avenues. Key Responsibilities: • Construct, refine, and arrange furniture and interior exhibitions as per the design concepts promoted by IKEA. • Execute woodworking operations safely and efficiently with tools and machinery. • Help in forming inspirational room atmospheres that capture the needs and prevailing trends of clients. • Ensure that all carpentry projects adhere to the safety and quality benchmarks set by IKEA.
See More Details >>Becoming a carpenter typically starts with an apprenticeship or vocational training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average annual salary of $41,748, translating to about $803 per week. In Durant, OK, carpenters can earn even more, with wages averaging around $850 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
