Kraemer North America is currently looking for a full-time Carpenter for our construction yard in Plain, WI. With over 100 years of construction experience, Kraemer provides a stable and challenging work environment with the opportunity for career development within a family friendly team environment.
We value our people. We work safely. We provide quality and commitment.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with Kraemer Safety and Quality Programs by working safely
- Construct form work used for forming concrete structures prior to bridge/dam construction
- Perform basic carpentry tasks and repairs on tool vans, heating houses, and storage containers
- Read blueprints to determine dimensions of structures
- Accurately measure materials with proper measuring tools
- Make decisions based on verifiable standards
- Prepare layouts, mark cuttings/assembly line on materials, assemble cuts, stand up framework
- Pre-cut studs for concrete formwork and bracing
- Assist with layout and elevation survey
- Conduct standard rigging activities
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a carpenter preferred
- Knowledge of and ability to safely operate equipment (lifts), hand and power tools
- Knowledge of and ability to read blueprints
- Ability to work with a variety of wood related products
- Repetitive use of hands and wrists with various tools, including fine motor movements/manipulations
- Ability to work at various heights utilizing appropriate PPE
- Ability to walk on uneven ground, be exposed to cold/hot temperatures, dusty/dirty/greasy surroundings.
- Keen attention to detail and situational awareness to maintain the safety of the work environment
- Ability to work well with a team and minimal supervision
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work at various heights utilizing appropriate PPE
- Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions and dusty/dirty surroundings
- Repetitive use of hands and wrists with various tools, including fine motor movements and manipulations
Benefits:
- Medical & Dental Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) Savings Plan w/company match
- Discretionary Bonus
- Dependent Care and Health Care Reimbursement Plan
- Life Insurance & Dependent Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Holidays/Vacation/Sick Pay
- Educational Assistance
- Computer Purchase Program
Base salary is dependent on multiple factors: education, experience, skills, market rates, internal equity and/or location.