Framing Carpenter

Framing Carpenter

Are you ready to get your career on the right path? Build your Legacy here

Who We Are

At Pennings & Sons we take great pride in providing creative and outstanding residential building and remodeling solutions for our clients! We've been building character into homes for over 45 years. If you live in the Kalamazoo area, you've probably seen our trucks. Pennings & Sons have some exciting career opportunities. Come be a part of our outstanding team of talented and professional craftsmen. Here you will be supported to do your best work, encouraged to sharpen your skills, and master your craft. Being part our team you will hear our clients rave about the exceptional quality of our work, and you too can experience a feeling of deep satisfaction for a job well done! People often come to Pennings and Sons looking for a job and stay because they find a fulfilling career where they can learn and grow.

Pennings & Sons is looking for a Framing Carpenter to assist in our residential remodeling and building projects by doing a variety of construction tasks focused on framing and trim work. You will have the opportunity to work independently and within team settings to produce great quality work for our clients, as you master your craft.

Job Description:

• Assist with all aspects in production of our jobs
• Measure and cut Materials for all aspects of Framing including rafters & stair stringers
• Read Blueprints and Interpret plate layouts
• Frame walls out of studs, headers and LVL material
• Frame floor systems, I-joists or conventional
• Sheath and house wrap exterior walls
• Frame and deck roof systems
• Install Truss packages
• Install Interior/Exterior doors
• Install windows
• Deck framing, decking and railings
• Capable of interior trim and cabinet installation

Requirements :

• · Must be able to pass a DOT Physical and drug screen (REQUIRED)
• · Must have a valid driver's license (REQUIRED)
• Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 80lbs
• Must be willing to learn, adopt and follow company core values
• Confident enough to work at heights
• Able to understand warning signs and labels on a construction site
• The ability to interact and communicate appropriately with supervisor(s), management the crew, subcontractors, and clients.
• Proficient in English for purposes of jobsite safety, business operations, and ability to effectively communicate regarding a job's plans, specifications, etc.
• Thorough attention to detail/ Maintain project timelines
• Maintain confidence & lead by example
• Residential Construction experience: 2-3 years (Preferred)
• Framing experience: 2-3 years (Preferred)
• Must have a strong background in Framing

What We Offer

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay based on experience

Compensation packages may include vacation, paid holidays, medical coverage, company apparel, and mileage reimbursement.

Benefits:

• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Health insurance (Health Savings Account available)
• Accident insurance *
• Dental Insurance *
• Vision insurance *
• Overtime
• Paid time off
• Simple IRA

* Offered through employer, funded by employee

Typical hours are from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Under normal conditions, the position is anticipated to be 40-45 hours per week commitment. Periodically, the job will require extra effort and time which can result in work schedule alterations.

Our core values are Honesty & Integrity, Respectfulness, Commitment to Client Satisfaction, Positive Perspective, and Efficiency & Productivity.

If you appreciate and exhibit our core values, we want to talk to you about employment with Pennings & Sons. Join us to find a career, not just a job. You will work in a place where you will be appreciated by your team and clients, and where your work has a direct effect on the success of the company. Please submit your resume.