Las Vegas
Job Description The Korte Company is seeking an experienced Carpenter to join our team. The Carpenter is responsible for performing skilled carpentry work on commercial and government construction projects while also assisting with general construction labor and performing other duties as assigned to support project operations. This position constructs, installs, repairs, and maintains building frameworks, structures, and finishes while ensuring all work meets company quality standards, project specifications, and safety requirements. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality craftsmanship while working collaboratively with project teams. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Completion of necessary carpentry projects, • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and project plans., • Construct, install, and repair wood, metal, and composite building components., • Build and install wall framing, floor systems, roof structures, doors, windows, cabinets, trim, and other finish carpentry elements., • Measure, cut, shape, and assemble materials using hand and power tools., • Install temporary structures including scaffolding, bracing, and concrete forms., • Perform layout work to ensure proper placement and alignment of structural components., • Assist with concrete formwork, placement, and stripping as needed., • Install blocking, backing, insulation, and miscellaneous specialty items., • Assist with general construction labor and perform other duties as assigned to support project operations., • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area., • Follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies at all times., • Travel to project sites as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The characteristics listed below are representative of those sought to perform this job successfully. • Working knowledge of concrete, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and general repair skills, • Experience with commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, or government construction projects is preferred, • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, • Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and carpentry equipment, • Basic mathematical and measurement skills, • Able to work independently, • Ability to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately, • Prioritize and multi-task within time constraints, • Valid driver’s license required EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE Qualified applicants will have: • High School Diploma or GED, • Completion of a carpentry apprenticeship or equivalent field experience, • 3+ years of commercial construction carpentry experience preferred PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Operation of standard power tools used in construction, • Regular use of hands to finger, handle or feel, • Reach with hands and arms, • Stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, • Talk or hear with others on jobsite and via phone/computer communications, • Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds WORK ENVIRONMENT This position will be at the worksite or in the office depending on work responsibilities. The worksite environment is constantly changing and may include: • Wet and/or humid conditions, • Moving mechanical parts, • High, precarious places, • Risk of electrical shock, • Outside weather conditions, such as extreme heat and extreme cold, • Moderate to loud noise levels ABOUT THE KORTE COMPANY The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism, quality and value added services are fundamental to a successful company. More than sixty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide. Korte pursues large construction projects from offices in St. Louis, MO, Highland, IL, and Las Vegas, NV. This position is eligible for our competitive pay and benefits package including annual discretionary bonus subject to company and individual performance. Additional comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA/HRA, life, disability, 401(k), parental leave, phone allowance, vacation, sick time and company paid holidays. Role and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, training, certifications, location, etc. Only fully qualified candidates should apply. No phone calls, direct mailings or drop-in inquiries allowed. The Korte Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.