The Department of Facilities and Construction Management at Jackson State University is seeking a skilled Lead Carpenter to join their team. A lead carpenter is a skilled tradesperson who leads a team of carpenters on construction, remodeling, renovation, and a variety of maintenance projects. They are responsible for tasks ranging from repairs, managing materials to supporting other carpenters and ensuring job site safety. • Prepares surfaces using materials such as sand papers, paint removers, and steel wool, and equipment such as wire brushes and scrapers. • Use of blow torches, repair surface by caulking nail holes, cracks arid joints and by patching plaster or sheetrock surfaces. • Applies coats or paints, varnish, stains, enamel, lacquer to all types of interior and exterior building surfaces, building trims, windows, doors, machines, metal shelving and equipment by brushing, rolling or painting. • Must have a High School Diploma or GED. • Must possess a valid Mississippi Driver's License. • 5 years’ experience and good working knowledge of a variety of maintenance, repairs and other roofing related services. • Experience in commercial roofing with RUR, EPDM, Single-ply, coating and other forms of low-slope roofing systems are a plus. • Ability to work in confined spaces and to work from ladders or elevated platforms and roof tops.
See More Details >>We are seeking a Finish Trim Carpenter/Door Installer to become a part of our team! You will assist with the installation and repair of Iron Entry Doors. Responsibilities: • Assist with the installation and repair of Iron Entry Doors • Maintain a safe and clean work environment • Perform routine preventative maintenance • Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: • Ability to handle physical workload • Ability to work well in teams • Ability to prioritize and multitask • MUST HAVE CURRENT DRIVERS LICENSE AND CLEAN DRIVING RECORD! NO TICKETS IN THE LAST 5 YEARS! • Pass a Drug Test! Compensation commensurate with experience. Company DescriptionMississippi Iron Works is the South's leader in home security doors, windows, screens and shutters. We also proudly offer a host of other custom-made iron products, including beautiful handrails, fences, gates and awnings. Our products are built with our customers in mind.
See More Details >>Overview: In this role, you will construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard using the carpenter's hand tools and power tools while conforming to local building codes. You will read and interpret construction documents to find information related to the project. Other duties may include installing concrete reinforcement, connection embeds, use of multiple form systems, trim work, door, and hardware installation. Job Responsibilities: • Follow established safety rules • Providing leadership to carpenter helpers, apprentices, and laborers • Erect Scaffolding • Maintains or modifies woodwork and other related structures • Occasionally work around hazardous material and equipment • Construct forms • Install anchor bolts, reinforcing steel, & embeds • Frame floors, walls, & roof structures • Demolition of concrete and wood structures Education & Years of Experience: • High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years' experience To thrive in this role, you'll need: • Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures • Can follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform functions of the job Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status. Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessities. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification. Haskell is a Drug-Free Workplace. #LI-KW1 #LI-onsite #LI-ASSC
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 in Jackson, MS, last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $1,511 in the construction industry, and projects an 8% job growth from 2020 to 2030. Apprentices in Jackson earn an average of $760 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $85,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Home Builders Institute help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
