Becoming a carpenter typically starts with an apprenticeship or vocational training, which provides hands-on experience and foundational skills. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with a projected 8% job growth from 2020 to 2030. In Hays, KS, carpenters earn an average of $895 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $10,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and local training programs help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Department Academic Maintenance Job Posting Title Carpenter, Academic Maintenance Job Description Job responsibilities include a wide scope that includes examining blueprints and drawings for cabinet projects, determining and estimating project materials, constructing and repairing building structures and frameworks. Must have the ability to organize and prioritize work and have a good working knowledge of tools, materials, and methods used in carpentry. A successful candidate must possess the ability to follow instructions and pay attention to detail. Must be able to work well independently and as part of a team. Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent. Must have three years of professional experience in carpentry/cabinet building. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in cabinet building/trim work • Knowledge of lumber grades and countertop materials • Excellent customer service skills • Skilled at reading and understanding technical drawings and methods of cabinet installation • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Extensive knowledge of power tools such as sanders, table saws, jointers, and routers. • Experience with staining and finishing cabinets Benefits: Competitive benefit package • KBOR 403B retirement plan - 5.5% Employee contribution and 8.5% Employer contribution • Insurance includes medical, dental, vision and prescription – day one coverage • Accrues vacation and sick leave per pay period (every two weeks) • State paid holidays • New Year’s Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving & Christmas • Tuition Assistance - day one eligibility for the employee, their spouse and dependents • Employees are eligible for up to 6 credit hours per semester. Click on link below for full explanation of Benefits. http://www.fhsu.edu/humanresourceoffice/Prospective-Employees/ Responsibilities: • Design and make cabinets, furniture, doors, molding, and trim, using woodworking hand tools and machines • Build cabinets from blueprints for university projects • Select materials and make cuts of proper dimensions • Design and layout cabinetry projects. Make, stain, finish, and install all cabinets • Conduct repair and maintenance tasks upon request or as necessary • Process campus work orders and assist other trades with completing assigned tasks • Respond to emergency, after-hours calls Application Process: To apply for this position, please visit https://fhsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CAREERS . Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted. Required Application Documents: Applicants must submit a resume and names and contact information for three professional references. If you have questions regarding the position, please contact: Blake Weigel [email protected] 785-628-5222 Community of Hays FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home. Notice of Non-discrimination – Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check. Notice to KPERS retirees applying for a position: Recent legislation changes working-after-retirement rules for both you and your employer if you go back to work for a KPERS employer. Please contact your KPERS representative or www.kpers.org for further information on how this might affect you.
See More Details >>Job Title: Construction Laborer About APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction: We are a multi-million dollar heavy highway contractor established in 1874. Our company is diversified with public, private and commercial work including paving, utility, dirt-grading and concrete flat work. We value quality work, products and safety above all else. Job Description Summary The selected candidate will be required to work in a team environment with other co-workers and managers. Key Responsibilities: • Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task. • Properly follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment. • Report any problems to your manager. • Assist construction / paving crew with various duties such as; shoveling and raking and running wheelbarrow. • Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials. • Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or job site. • May be called upon to run small power tools such as jack hammer. • Dig, spread and level construction materials. • Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies. • Assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices. • Perform other duties as assigned. Work Requirements The ideal candidate will: • Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. • Pass a pre-employment "Fit for Work" physical. • Be able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document. • Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times. • Report to work at the designated start time. • Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required. • Be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary. • Be able to work overtime when required. • Be willing to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold. • Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook. • Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co–workers or supervisors with other duties as required. • Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. • Must be able to complete safe driver training, possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record. • Have a MVR that meets company standards. • Be at least age 18 years of age due to nature of working environment. Education/Experience We require: • A minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. • Previous related experience in construction field is preferred. What We Offer • Highly competitive base pay • Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs • Group retirement savings program • Health and wellness programs • A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion About CRH We have a long and proud heritage. We operate in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.
See More Details >>The KRS team is looking for dynamic individuals that are highly self-motivated to join our bridge construction crew and enjoy a rewarding career, while traveling nationwide. The position involves continuous travel from job to job throughout the United States in company vehicles with rapid advancement opportunities. Crew schedules are 6 work weeks on, (with weekends) followed by a week off. Koppers Railroad Structures, Inc. has been at the forefront of railroad bridge rehabilitation in the United States and Canada since the mid-1950s. We are one of the nation's largest railroad bridge contracting and engineering companies, serving Class 1, regional and short line railroads. KRS has a strong safety culture and is a trusted partner with the railroad industry. We have been building careers for over 60 years and offer competitive wages with a rich benefits package. We provide on the job training. With a base knowledge of construction tasks and physical labor experience, the Bridge Construction Technician will be trained to assist their Foreman with tasks associated with the repair and construction of railroad bridges. Compensation The average starting wage for this role will be between $22.65 - $25.75 per hour $65,000 and $80,000 per year), commensurate with experience. Lodging Allowance $735/per week. Job Responsibilities • Remove steel rivets with pneumatic tool • Tighten structural steel bolts with impact wrench • Remove existing structural steel with oxygen and acetylene torch • Drill holes in existing or new structural steel with magnetic drill • Drill holes in existing or new timber with 1/2" Electric or Hydraulic Drill • Hang Scaffolding • Work at heights while utilizing lineman equipment • Ascend and descend slopes with rough terrain • Drive spikes and drive pins with maul • Dig using hand shovel • Operate 1/2' drill and generator, impact wrench, pneumatic tools, hydraulic tools and chain saw • Use lineman gear, D-handle spade (shovel), sharp shooter (shovel), crow bar, and pry bar. Benefits KRS offers an outstanding benefits package that includes the following: • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance • 401k Plan with company match • Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Bereavement Leave • Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Flex scheduling to provide regular time off • Travel Assistance Program, to encourage work/life balance through personal travel accounts once qualified • Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Dependent) • Paid Short Term Disability Leave • Employee Assistance Program • Wellness Program Incentives • Company provided PPE, equipment, tooling, and transportation Requirements • High School diploma or equivalent • Current Driver's License with a favorable driving record (CDL is preferred and commands a premium rate) • Previous experience with heavy physical labor • Exposure to heights Physical Demands • This position involves heavy lifting of up to 70 pounds; long hours of standing, walking, and climbing on remote jobsites; detailed work with hands and fingers using machinery and controls; grabbing, reaching, and push/pull tasks; balancing, sometimes while stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Jobsites can be noisy with sounds of machinery and moving trains so raised voices may need to be used to hear. Ability to read and write are required as the position involves completion of information and forms. Work Environment • This position involves routine exposure to outside weather conditions and involves working around moving mechanical parts with vibration. Work is performed at heights of up to 500'. • Occasional work around fumes, airborne particles, and chemicals as well as sources of electricity • The noise level in the work environment is usually loud Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law or by any applicable state or local law Skills: Bridge Building, CDL Driver's License, Civil Engineering, Construction, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Electricity, Employee Assistance Plan, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Heavy Lifting, High School Diploma, Hydraulic Engineering, Incentive Programs, Lift/Move 70 Pounds, Physical Demands, Pneumatic Tools, Railroad Construction, Scaffolding, State Laws and Regulations, Stock Purchase Plans, Vision Plan About the Company: Koppers
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