Carpentry Apprentice Jobs in Decatur, AL (NOW HIRING)

Position Overview Under minimal direction, performs highly skilled carpentry work in the repair and construction of building structures, fixtures, furniture, and wooden frameworks for structures. General instructions and or scope of work are received from a supervisor regarding work to be done. The employee is expected to use considerable discretion in determining proper work methods.

Work involves the performance of the more difficult and advanced duties connected with building construction, remodeling, and carpentry projects. Advanced knowledge of a variety of building construction projects is required. Supervision is exercised over one or more unskilled workers with assistance is given as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (All duties listed may not be included in any one position nor does the list include all tasks found in a position of this class.) Performs skilled carpentry work in the overall construction, alteration, repair, and maintenance of buildings, floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, screens, scaffolding, concrete forms, wood fixtures, and furniture. May function in an assistant lead capacity and perform some supervisory duties, as required. Repair and adjust doors, including automatic doors; repair and replace locks; repair tables, chairs, desks, cabinets, benches, cupboards, counters, and other furniture; repairs screens and window frames; sharpen and repair tools and keeps equipment in good condition

Prepares drawings of wooden fixtures and/or structures, to be built on-site, or manufactured in the shop; selects lumber, sets up machines, measures, and cuts component parts to size. Builds cabinets and shelving; builds all types of wood frames for pouring concrete; builds and repairs timber bridges. Figures materials list from drawings for buildings, and or carpentry projects.

Erects and climbs scaffoldings for interior and exterior repairs. Performs skilled bench work in a carpenter shop operating power saws, jointer, wood lathes, planers, and boring, sanding, and mortising machines. Assist as needed in other areas of carpentry, masonry, and electrical work.

Education and Experience Education and Experience Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of any level of primary or secondary education that did not result in the awarding of a high school diploma. Completion of an apprenticeship in the trade and/or five years of Building construction and carpentry experience. Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Advanced knowledge of the practices, methods, tools, and materials of the building construction/carpentry trade, and the qualities and uses of various woods and other applicable building materials.

Proven knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. Competence in the use of tools, materials, and equipment used in the building construction and carpentry trade. Ability to make accurate estimates of time and materials; ability to make exacting measurements; ability to read and work from sketches and blueprints and to hear, understand, and effectively carry out oral and written orders.

To have a good general knowledge of standard building codes and practices as it pertains to construction and remodeling. Ability to instruct and direct the work of other helpers as required. Other Requirements Physical Requirements Ability and mobility to climb, stoop, bend, twist and move about in a variety of work situations and locations, including close quarters, scaffolding and at various heights.

Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds. Ability to work in adverse weather conditions. Valid Alabama Driver's License required.

To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the employment application in full. Madison County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Madison County is a drug-free workplace and conducts drug and alcohol testing.