Construction Worker

HomeSource east tennessee, a Knoxville based nonprofit housing organization and also a licensed general contractor, is seeking a construction worker to join our project development team. You can learn more about HomeSource from our website at www.homesourcetn.org. HomeSource is an equal opportunity employer and offers a great benefits package. No calls please. Job open until filled.

Skills needed:

·  Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients

·  Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding

·  Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials

·  Construct building frameworks, including walls, floors, and doorframes

·  Inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures

·  Proficient in the use of many different hand and power tools to cut and shape wood, plastic, fiberglass, or drywall.

Be able to use common hand and power tools:

·  Squares

·  levels

·  chisels

·  sanders

·  circular saws

·  Reciprocating saws

·  Mitre saws

·  Nail guns

Must be able to assemble materials together with nails, screws, staples, and adhesives, and do a final check of your work to ensure accuracy. Be able to accurately measure nearly every project because proper measuring increases productivity, reduces waste, and ensures that the pieces being cut are the proper size.

The following are examples of types of work requiring carpentry skillsets:

As part of a single job, you may be required to build and set forms for footings, walls, and slabs, and frame and finish exterior walls, roofs, and decks. You will also need to know how to frame interior walls, build stairs, and install drywall, doors, and cabinets. HomeSource east tennessee builds new construction single-family homes and multi-family apartments as well as doing work on acquisition renovation, which will require a carpenter being flexible when being assigned to a project.

Requirements:

·  High school diploma or equivalent

·  Must have a valid driver’s license and few or no driving infractions.  (Motor vehicle report will be pulled.)

·  Background check including drug test will be required

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $40,000.00 - $42,000.00 per hour

Experience:

·  Carpentry: 2 years (Preferred)

License:

·  Drivers (Required)

Work authorization:

·  United States (Required)

Hours per Week:

·  37.5-40 (Required)

Benefits offered:

·  Paid time off

·  Health insurance

·  Dental insurance

·  Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs

·  Other types of insurance

·  Retirement benefits or accounts

This is a job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply