Position Title:                               Commercial Carpenter

Division / Department:           Building Maintenance

Business Unit:                         Philco Building Maintenance, Inc.

Reports To:                              General Manager

FSLA Classification:                 Non-Exempt

Pay Range:                               $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Carpenter with a strong background in commercial construction. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who excels in the field, takes pride in precise workmanship, and ensures every job is completed on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.

Responsibilities:

The carpenter duties typically include and without limitation:

• Framing & Structural Work
• Frame wood and metal stud walls for both indoor and outdoor structures.
• Construct custom fences, gates, trellises, and privacy screens.
• Build pergolas, arbors, shade structures, and interior architectural elements.

• Finish Carpentry
• Install architectural wood panels, siding, and trim (interior and exterior).
• Build and install custom benches, planter boxes, feature walls, and built-ins.
• Execute precise joinery and fine-finish work for high-end aesthetics.

• Repair & Restoration
• Repair dry rot, termite damage, and structural wood failure.
• Restore or reinforce landscape structures, decking, and hardscape elements.

• Concrete & Hardscape Integration
• Form and finish concrete pads, mow strips, footings, and other small pours.
• Construct retaining walls using wood, block, or modular systems.
• Exposure to minor stucco restoration and repairs a plus.

• Project Leadership
• Read and interpret construction plans, shop drawings, and specifications.
• Track project costs and material usage against estimates.
• Use software tools such as electronic estimating systems and email for communication, estimate reviews, and job tracking.
• Oversee project execution with accountability for quality and schedule

• Quality Control & Safety
  • Properly follow company and CAL/OSHA safety procedures. Bring problems to the General Manager and HR.
  • Maintain accurate work records, including  timecards and logging billable hours.
• Perform layout, preparation, and material take-offs.
• Maintain organized, clean, and safe job sites.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Consistent and high-quality work performance.
• Maintain professionalism.
• Report to work regularly and on time.
• Take direction and respond cooperatively to supervision.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to perform high quality work.
• Operate and use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely.
• Familiarity with job tracking, estimates and cost control systems.
• Read and comprehend plans and blueprints as appropriate to trade.
• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships / ability to work well in a team environment and independently.
• Maintain a professional, positive, and enthusiastic attitude.
• Knowledge and ability to use basic office equipment and computer software, such as Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage one’s own team, multi-task and change priorities quickly.

Education:      

A minimum grade 12 education, post-secondary education a plus.

Job-Related Experience:     

3 - 5 years of carpentry experience required. Experience at the journeyman level preferred.

Hours and Days of Work:

This position is typically Monday through Friday, however projects can be scheduled on Saturday and Sunday. Your schedule will be given to you by the General Manager. The shifts are 8 hours per day. It is required to take a half an hour meal break that is unpaid and two, ten-minute rest breaks that are paid.

Physical Requirements/Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to lift and move objects up to 75 pounds consistently with heavier weight necessary at times. Must be able to walk and stand 6-8 hours per day.

While performing this job, the employee is:

Regularly (2/3 or more time) required to:

• Reach with hands and arms, grasp objects, push/pull items 10-50 pounds, twist the upper body, rotate the wrist, and use finger dexterity writing and using the tools/equipment.

Frequently (1/3 to 2/3 total time) required to:

• Lift 20 to 50 pounds for a distance of 10 to 40 feet.
• Bend or retrieve items from the floor.
• Stand for several minutes at a time for up to 7 hours per day.
• Walk 10 to 40 feet for up to 3 hours per day.
• Climb stairs and ladders.

Occasionally (up to 1/3 total time) required to:

• Talk and hear in-person and on the telephone.
• Kneel.
• Squat.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close-vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Psychological Demands of the Job:

The psychological demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

               Employee spends 2/3 or more of the total time on the job:

• Changing priorities.
• Being interrupted.
• Juggling multiple tasks.
• Working alone.
• Interacting with people from other departments.
• Meeting Deadlines.
• Paying attention to detail.
• Having to “think on their feet”.
• Building rapport with clients/tenants/vendors/community contacts, etc.
• Dealing with a “fast-paced” environment.

Employee spends 1/3 to 2/3 of the total time:

• Working as part of a team.
• Dealing with irritated and angry people.

Special Requirements

Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain:

1. A valid state driver's license with no active violations within the previous year.
2. Valid car insurance is required.
3. This job may require you to use your personal vehicle to drive from the different properties at times.
4. Ability to pass a drug screening and background check.

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 essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy.

Work is performed in an office and at various properties, no telecommuting. Regular hours of work are 7:00 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.