Carpenter

Founded in 2010, Centric has grown into one of the most recognized general contractors in Kansas City and is active in its business, civic, and philanthropic communities. The company serves the workplace, retail, healthcare,  institutional, industrial, hospitality, multi-family, and single-family residential markets, and has grown to 165 associates and $230 million in revenue from its home in Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts District. Most importantly, Centric prides itself on helping make Kansas City a cooler place to live, work, and play by building our city and its stories...from the ground up.

Position Objective
The Carpenter position performs various field labor tasks during the construction phase of Crossroads Construction projects.

Essential Job Functions

Perform basic labor and/or carpentry tasks at a job site or in regard to a special project assignment

Measures, marks, and arranges materials to layout based on blueprints or instructions from the supervisor

Assists in solving problems related to layout, conflicts, coordination with other trades, and prefabricated panel system installation.  

Maintain a construction site that is well-organized and clear of debris

Load and unload construction materials to assist in job site progress

Use various hand and power tools to securely build assigned projects

Joins materials with the most appropriate nail, screw, staple, or adhesive

Utilize light industrial equipment to complete larger labor tasks as directed by the onsite Superintendent or other members of field management

Erects and dismantles scaffolding

Installs windows and doors

Utilize knowledge of all local, state, and federal safety regulations to ensure labor tasks are completed in a safe manner

Qualifications and Requirements

Basic Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

A valid driver’s license is required

OSHA-10 certification is required within 30 days of employment

Two (2) years of previous work experience in a construction-related field

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to understand directions and read blueprints

Ability to properly care for and use tools of the trade

Works well as part of a team

Demonstrates an ability to prioritize tasks 

Strong initiative and is able to accomplish tasks with minimal manager supervision

Maintains composure and professionalism in difficult situations and effectively resolves conflicts

Demonstrates innovative problem-solving and is able to consider all facts of the matter to be resolved

Embraces technology and is able to use it in ways that improve the experience of Centric associates

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of is job. The work environment characteristics described here are typical of those encountered while performing the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Prolonged periods of standing, climbing, bending and kneeling

Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at a time

Must be able to work with sharp tools or power equipment

Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and terrains

Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination

Superior Benefits Package

PTO

100% Employee-owned!

One month Sabbatical after seven years of continuous service

Affordable, quality medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with company match

Company-paid life and disability insurance

401k plan with company contributions

529e college savings plan with company contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment assistance

Centric is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.