About the job
Skilled Carpenter | Ann Arbor
Join Spence Brothers, a leading General Contractor and Construction Manager, as we seek a dedicated Carpenter to support our Southern Michigan operations from our Ann Arbor office.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute journeyman-level rough and finish carpentry tasks with expertise.
- Interpret and follow blueprints and building plans that align with client specifications.
- Proactively identify and troubleshoot potential issues on-site.
- Install structural elements and fixtures, including windows and moldings.
- Measure, cut, and shape wood, plastic, and other materials as required.
- Construct building frameworks, including walls, floors, and door frames.
- Assist in erecting, leveling, and installing frameworks using rigging hardware and cranes.
- Conduct inspections and replace any damaged frameworks or fixtures.
- Set up concrete pours and formwork for slabs, footings, walls, and columns.
- Install doors, frames, and associated hardware.
- Install casework and countertops as directed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Current Journeyman Carpenter license/certificate as required by state, city, or county regulations.
- At least 2 years of experience in carpentry or a similar role.
- Extensive knowledge of rough and finish carpentry, tools, materials, safety practices, and construction techniques including masonry, concrete, steel, precast, and wood.
- Strong hand-eye coordination, mathematical skills, physical strength, stamina, and attention to detail.
- Basic computer skills are essential.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
- PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) must be worn at all times, including safety vest, protective eyewear, hearing protection, gloves, sleeves as necessary, hard hat, face shield, and approved footwear.
- Physical requirements include climbing, standing, sitting, walking, reaching, bending, balancing, squatting, and kneeling for extended periods. Ability to lift/push/pull weights up to 100 lbs.
- Work on-site at construction locations, which may be indoors or outdoors and could involve heights, exposure to varying weather conditions, loud noises, dust, and fumes.
- Must be adaptable to work in diverse weather conditions.
- Adherence to all OSHA and Spence Brothers safety protocols is mandatory.
EEOC Statement
Spence Brothers is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.