Carpenter Foreman

Compensation Range

$25.00 - $35.00

Any Employment Offers are Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:

• Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
• Substance Abuse Screening
• Physical Exam (if applicable)
• Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)

About Hensel Phelps:

Founded in 1937 Hensel Phelps specializes in building development construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government commercial transportation critical facilities healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BDC Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership Integrity Builder Diversity and Community Hensel Phelps brings our clients visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

Position Description:

This position constructs and repairs building frameworks as well as structures. Stairways doorframes partitions rafters cabinetry siding and drywall are a few examples of the types of onsite tasks this position is responsible for completing. Carpenters pay great attention to project detail and have a strong understanding of wood and metal properties. Carpenters are also required at various times to do virtually all the carpenter support activities performed by laborers. This is a safety sensitive position

Position Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Have a minimum of 5 years experience as a Carpenter.
• OSHA 10 Certification preferred.
• CPR & First Aid Certification preferred
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• In depth carpentry knowledge.
• Experience using and maintaining power tools and small hand tools.
• Must be able to take initiative and ask questions.
• Possess a keen attention to detail and be able to follow instructions.
• Workers must provide their own safety footwear.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers and stakeholders.
• Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills.
• Must be reliable and punctual. This includes having reliable transportation and consistent work attendance.
• Experienced in construction layout blueprint reading and shop drawing reading preferred.

Essential Duties:

• Oversee and assist with the assembly and removal of forms that are used for the concrete installation.
• Use assorted power tools and small hand tools including ten-pound sledgehammers shovels picks handsaws skill saws and drills to assist with a variety of worksite projects.
• Responsible for reading blueprints drawings and sketches to fully grasp project requirements and assigning teams appropriately.
• Responsible for material management including inventory distribution and placement.
• Monitor project performance and report to management with updates.
• Coordinates with other trade partners foreman and superintendents as necessary.
• Promotes a safe work environment and communicates jobsite hazards including helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored.
• Promotes a safe work environment and communicates jobsite hazards. This includes helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored.

Physical Work Classification & Demands:

Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The individual in this position will periodically walk kneel sit crouch reach stoop read/see speak push pull lift stand and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and field activity.

Walking - The person in this position needs to frequently move about the jobsite.

Sometimes operates a computer or tablet and other office machinery such as a calculator and phone.

The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office and field administration.

Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read and understand blueprints load charts and take/verify field measurements.

Climbing Ascending or descending ladders stairs scaffolding and ramps at various heights.

Working from heights the person must be comfortable and able to work from heights for extended amounts of time.

Balancing Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk stand or crouch.

Stooping Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.

Reaching Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction for various lengths of time.

Grasping Needs to apply pressure to an object with fingers and palm regularly.

Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.

Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures.

Frequently exposed to noisy environment and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Use of hands and wrists with various tools.

Prolonged use of jackhammer and pavement breaker.

Use of wheelbarrows and brooms.

Repetitive use of hands and wrists using power rotational and vibration tools including prolonged use of jackhammers and pavement breakers.

Tolerate legally permissible exposure to dusts and chemicals such as cement dust solvents and curing compounds.

The person must be able to safely wear a respirator and is able to pass applicable medical and fit testing examinations.

Must be able to hear commands from supervisors and back-up safety alarms on equipment.

Benefits:

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our full-time employees. This position is eligible for company-paid medical insurance life insurance accidental death & dismemberment long-term disability 401(K) retirement plan and our employee assistance program (EAP). Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon on position location a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer:

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race color religion sex age national origin sexual orientation gender identity and expression domestic partner status pregnancy disability citizenship genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)