Carpenter Helper

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE CARPENTER HELPER

JOB DESCRIPTION

At the Uvalde Proving Grounds, we “prove” tires for the tire manufacturer (our Customer) by testing their tires on test vehicles under various conditions both on-track at the Proving Grounds and on the highways around Uvalde, Texas. The Carpenter Helper assists a Journeyman or Master carpenter with various tasks around the Uvalde Proving Grounds (UPG) facility. Including, but not limited to tasks involving new construction, remodeling, or damage repair. As a carpenter helper, you work both in department buildings and outside on construction sites, using many types of hand and power tools.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the carpenter helper are many and varied. Including, but not limited to:

· No two days are rarely alike. Must be flexible

· Drywall Repairs

· Framing

· Painting

· Hanging Doors

· Tilework

· Measure, Layout, Hang and Finish Drywall

· Some plumbing

· Construction Site Clean-up

· ALL Tools provided.

· A willingness to learn from the more senior carpenters

JOB REQUIREMENTS

· The ability to follow directions

· Excellent communication skills and the ability to be an active listener.

· Have a basic understanding of framing, siding, and how to clean up fire or water damaged buildings.

· A POSITIVE attitude

· Valid Texas Driver’s license

· Have a clean driving record

· Must be a minimum of 21-years of age or older due to insurance requirements (driving company vehicles)

· Pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen

· Must prove legal eligibility to work in the United States of America

· Willingness to work nights, on weekends, and after-hour emergency calls when required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· High School diploma or equivalent

· One to two years of construction and carpentry experience

· The ability to Learn, Understand, and Demonstrate skills learned during training on a consistent basis

· Must speak, read, and write English

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Possess the physical strength to be able to LIFT Heavy Items up to 50 lbs.

· Must have the ability to bend, squat, twist, and kneel when required on a regular basis

· Must be able to lift, push, and pull as required

Project Site:

Uvalde Proving Grounds

6969 FM 117

Uvalde, TX 78801

REV: 23FEB2023-MNP

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• construction: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person