Carpenter

at Hutton in Wichita, Kansas, United States

Job Description

At Hutton, we live by four words: Lead, Inspire, Respect, Construct. And doing this starts with the people we hire. A Hutton employee thinks first about the team, and that includes more than coworkers. It includes clients, subcontractors and community partners. As a carpenter, you’ll embody this approach while performing tasks involving rough and finish carpentry on a job site.

• Analyze and interpret construction blueprints, shop drawings and specifications to determine carpentry requirements for the project.
• Provide leadership and guidance to junior carpenters and construction laborers on the team.
• Execute advanced carpentry tasks, including construction of complex structural components, framing, and formwork.
• Adhere to project timelines and deadlines to ensure the timely completion of tasks.
• Perform specialized finishing work, such as the installation of custom cabinetry, trim, molding, and other decorative elements.
• Proficient at installing doors, hardware, and building specialties.
• Assist other craft team members as needed.
• Complete any other tasks assigned by your supervisor.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to follow OSHA and Hutton safety protocols.
• Self-driven to work productively in a team environment.
• Able to productively work in a team environment.
• Able to follow directions as specified.
• Able to do repetitive detailed work as needed.
• Able to work on school campus jobsites within proximity of children.
• Able to work out of town.  (Out of town work is incentivized.)
• Able to get to and from work utilizing own transportation.
• Take precise measurements and perform complex layouts.
• Safely operate and demonstrate proficiency in the use of carpentry tools and equipment, such as saws, nail guns, lasers, drills, planers, sanders.
• Enforce quality to ensure that all carpentry work meets Hutton standards.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional vocational or technical training in carpentry is preferred.
• Several years of practical experience in carpentry, with a proven track record of successful project completion.
• Training opportunities will be available on the job to further advance your skills.

Work Environment:

• You will work indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to do the following with or without accommodations:
  • Lift, push or pull materials weighing up to 80 lbs. (25 lbs. consistently).
  • Walk, bend, twist, turn, stoop, kneel, crawl, climb and squat in cramped or awkward positions on a frequent basis.
  • Climb to unlimited heights on ladders or scaffolds.
  • Operate machinery that vibrates (drills, sanders, jackhammers, etc.) on a repetitive basis.
  • Perform tasks that require gross and fine hand motions and coordination.
  • Perform tasks that require clear and sharp vision.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay.
• 401K retirement savings within two months of employment.
• Paid time off within six months of employment.
• Insurance benefits within one month of employment: health, dental, vision, basic & voluntary life, critical illness, accident, flexible spending, and health savings.
• Additional benefits: Financial Peace University Class, tuition reimbursement for employees’ children, Hutton clothing exchange, and safety glasses reimbursement.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training, skills training classes, and career advancement.