Embarking on a career as a carpenter in Santa Rosa, CA, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $1,511 in the construction sector, translating to an annual salary of around $78,572. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring carpenters in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career path with strong earning potential, often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
COMPANY OVERVIEW: S.R. Freeman, Inc. is a premier provider of high-end residential construction services to discerning general contractors and homeowners. We are seeking top-notch working foremen, and journeyman carpenters with at least 4 years' experience in residential frame and finish carpentry. This job requires a responsible, ambitious, energetic person who loves to take challenges head-on. This is a steady, full-time position with year-round work. Our company culture is one of mutual respect, improvement, and team work. We strive for continual improvement by teaching and coaching our team members while providing them with challenges and opportunities for growth. Here your input is welcome; you will have the chance to make an impact on our company. REQUIREMENTS: • Prefer a high school education or equivalent. • Prefer one (1) year experience in construction work. • Must be physically capable of lifting lumber, framing and finishing work on the job site. • Required to have a basic compliment of tools as outlined by S. R. Freeman, Inc. • Must be able to read a tape measure and measure accurately • Must be able to read and understand basic blue print reading. • Must have a valid and current California Driver’s license and be insurable. • Must be able to lift 100 pounds. • Must have excellent eyesight and depth perception. • Must have the ability to lift, move and handle awkward lumber. • Must be able to work from heights above 20 feet using ladders and or scaffolding. • Must be capable of working and moving around elevated framing members. QUALIFICATIONS: • Completes work as assigned by Carpenter Foreman. • Uses and maintains equipment and hand tools both his own and those assigned to the project. • Job site roll out and clean up • Cutting and handling raw lumber for use in framing • Constructing floor, wall and roof systems typical of custom residential projects. • Building and sheeting the interior and exterior walls. • May be required to dig ditches, do minor electrical or plumbing. • Prepare concrete forms and pour concrete foundations. • Layout and frame walls. • Install headers. • Install mudsills • Floor joist layout • Knows how to frame doors and windows. • Installs ceiling joists • Knows how to build forms • Understands and can build stairs with Journeyman’s assistance • Knows basic roof framing • Able to properly use Skilsaw and Sawzall • Uses a level • Learns how to install girders and floor joists • Obeys all safety rules and regulations. • Obeys all company policies and procedures • Maintains a good working relationship with co-workers. • Performs any other duties and tasks as may be assigned time to time by the Carpenter Foreman. • Must be physically capable of lifting lumber, framing and finishing work on the job site. • Required to have a basic compliment of tools as outlined by S. R. Freeman, Inc. • Must be able to read a tape measure and measure accurately • Must be able to read and understand basic blue print reading. • Must have a valid and current California Driver’s license and be insurable. • Must be able to lift 100 pounds. • Must have excellent eyesight and depth perception. • Must speak English well enough to take instructions from supervisors and communicate with fellow employees. Must be able to read and write English well enough to read and follow instructions. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $48,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday Experience: • Carpenter Forman: 5 years (Preferred) • Carpentry: 2 years (Required) • Construction: 2 years (Required) Language: • Spanish (Preferred)
See More Details >>We’re looking for a detail-oriented carpenter to work on a variety of construction projects both residential and commercial developments and customers. To ensure success as a carpenter, you should be able to interpret architectural blueprints, rough framing, finish carpentry, window installation, siding, concrete, and ramp forms. Experience with painting, electrical, and plumbing a plus. Carpenter Responsibilities: · Determining the type and amount of material required for each project. · Transporting the materials and equipment to each work site. · Constructing wooden structures such as concrete forms, frameworks, scaffolding, furniture, and similar elements. · Installing wooden structures such as frames, stairways, rafters, furniture, and partitions. · Inspecting the integrity of structures upon their installation. · Monitoring inventory and replenishing supplies, as needed. · Complying with all applicable safety regulations. Requirements: · Proficient understand of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction. · Good math and problem-solving skills. · Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment with an ability to operate skill saw, chop saw, tile saw, reciprocating saw, drills, nail guns. · Written and verbal communication skills. Ability to fluently speak, read and write in English (bilingual a plus). · Outstanding critical thinking skills. · Physically fit and able to perform tasks such as lifting, climbing, and rigging. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $33.00 - $41.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday • Overtime Experience: • Construction Experience: 5 years (Required) Language: • English (Required) License/Certification: • Driver's License (Required) Shift availability: • Day Shift (Required) Work Location: On the road
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