Bouten has always been ahead of its time, with a legacy of innovation going back more than 75 years. Today more than ever, we’re committed to finding a smarter way to do even better work every step of the way.  Our team members are wired to raise the bar, to think big, to anticipate client needs—and to never stop learning. Does this sound like you? Find out more about the opportunities available as a member of the Bouten team.

Job Responsibilities

The work includes, but is not limited to:
•Build rough wooden structures, such as concrete forms, scaffolds, welding and burning.
•Install ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms and gangways.
•Install door and window bucks (rough frames in which finished frames are inserted) in building frame work and brace them with boards nailed to frame work.
•Install subflooring in buildings.
•Nail plaster grounds (wood or metal strips) to studding.
•Fit and nail sheathing on outer walls and roofs on buildings.
•Construct, erect, install and repair commercial, industrial and residential structures.
•Select specified type of lumber or other materials.
•Prepare layout, using rule, and framing square.
•Mark cutting and assembling lines on materials, using pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
•Shape materials to prescribed measurements, using saws, chisels and planes.
•Assemble, cut and shape materials and fasten them together with nails, dowel pins, or glue.
•Verify trueness of structure with plumb bob and carpenter's level.
•Apply decorative paneling to walls.
•Erect frame work for structures and lay subflooring.
•Cover subfloor with building paper to keep out moisture and lay hardwood, parquet and wood-striplock floors by nailing floors to subfloor or cementing them to mastic or asphalt base.
•Build stairs and layout and install partitions and cabinets.
•Install metal roof decking and metal siding, regardless of the fastening method, or what it is fastened to.
•Install all other types of siding, regardless of composition, fastening method, or what it is fastened to.
•Fit and install prefabricated wooden cabinets, window frames, door frames, doors, weather stripping, interior and exterior trim, and finish hardware, such as locks, letter drops and kick plates,
•Apply acoustical tile to ceilings and walls of buildings to reduce reflecting of sound and to decorate rooms.
•Cement tile to masonry surface.
•Nail channels or wood furring strips to surfaces to provide mounting for tile.
•Place building paper between tile and furring strip to keep out moisture.
•Nail, screw, or staple tile to wooden furring strips.
•Nail or screw moulding to walls to support and seal joint between ceiling tile and wall. Hang dry lines to wall mauling.
•Drive hanger inserts into reinforced concrete ceiling, suspend and bend hanger wires at points touching dry lines.
•Thread wires through holes in main runners and cut and attach cross supports to suspended runners and wall mauling.
•Cut tiles for fixtures and borders and insert tiles into supporting frame work.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience

•High School Diploma or equivalent is required to join the apprenticeship.
•No specific experience required when starting as a first level apprentice. Skillset to improve with each level of apprenticeship.
•Carpenters and apprentices must be signatory to the Carpenters Union and in good standing
•Must be able to pass a background and drug test.
•Must be able to take written and verbal direction.
•Must be able to work with others in a positive manner.
•Must be able to show up on time for scheduled shift.
•Must possess the tools and knowledge for the appropriate level of skillset.
•Must be able to work within safety guidelines and laws at all times.
•Squat and kneel repeatedly throughout the course of an 8-hour work shift.
•Lift 75 lbs. (one sheet of BBO plywood) repeatedly through the course of the day.
•Read and understand construction documents.
•Read and use a tape measure.
•Swing a hammer in an effective manner.
•Use power and hand tools in a safe and efficient manner.
•Work in hot and cold exterior conditions.
•Wear the personal protective equipment provided.
•Wear the tool belt all day, every work day.

Benefits

• All carpenters and apprentices must be signatory to the Carpenters Union. Benefits are available through union membership.