General Carpenter – Playground Installations
Traveling Position – United States
Full-time
Description
We are looking for a qualified Carpenter to cut, fabricate and install playground structures according to specifications. Your job will entail working in diverse settings to produce steady and functional infrastructure and products. A carpenter is an individual with great hand dexterity and an eye for detail. The ideal candidate will also have good knowledge of all carpentry materials. Working with little supervision while following all health and safety standards is essential. The goal is to contribute to the construction and maintenance of strong and long-lasting structures.
Responsibilities
Read blueprints, drawings and sketches to fully grasp requirements
Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
Cut, shape and smooth lumber and other material according to measurements
Level and grade gravel base
Inspect places and conduct repairs or maintenance
Requirements
Proven experience as carpenter
Proven experience in playground installations
Hands-on experience in working with carpentry materials
Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction
Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, hammers, rulers etc.)
Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times
Good knowledge of English
Good understanding of basic math
Good physical condition and endurance
High school diploma
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regularly stand for long periods of time
Regularly use hands to handle, control, or feel objects and tools
Regularly walk for long periods of time
Regularly bend or twist the body
Regularly repeat the same movements
Regularly kneel, stoop, crouch or crawl
Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired
See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm
Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place
Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects
Understand the speech of another person
Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects
Be physically active for long periods without getting tired or out of breath
Move arms and legs quickly
See details of objects that are more than a few feet away
Speak clearly so listeners can understand
Keep or regain the body's balance or stay upright when in an unstable position
Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls
Ability to lift, carry, push and pull object(s) weighing up to 75lbs.
Climb ladders and work from heights as necessary
Work outdoors/indoors, subject to changing conditions and temperatures, sometimes exceeding 90 degrees
Driving a vehicle to conduct work
Regular exposures to fumes, dust, odors and loud noises