Construction Carpenter Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

Company Values:

Service:

• Create excellent experiences for internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Recognize your role and seek collective success through collaboration.

Integrity:

• Do the right thing always, even when it's difficult.
• Treat yourself, the company, and others with respect.
• Be a person of your word and uplift team morale.

Accountability:

• Take the initiative to safely do what's necessary to succeed.
• Exercise forethought and planning to achieve intended outcomes.
• Safety is the expectation and priority in all our businesses.

Expertise:

• Elevate your skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional results with confidence.
• Increase your value to the team and capitalize on NDC's growth opportunities.

The Carpenter in the Commercial Drywall Division is responsible for performing skilled carpentry work in support of commercial drywall construction projects. This includes reading blueprints, installing metal and wood framing, backing, blocking, drywall, and specialty ceilings. The Carpenter ensures the proper construction, installation, and finishing of walls and ceilings in compliance with job specifications, safety standards, and quality expectations.

* Install and secure metal and wood framing, drywall, backing, and blocking.

* Construct and install ceiling grids, acoustic ceiling tiles, and specialty ceiling systems.

* Measure, cut, and shape wood, drywall, and other construction materials.

* Use hand and power tools safely and efficiently.

* Ensure work is completed accurately, on time, and to quality standards.

* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

* Follow all company and job site safety policies and procedures.

* Assist in training apprentices and laborers as needed.

* Support other trades or site needs when necessary.

* Contribute to project planning and material ordering discussions.

* Perform punch list work and final installations as directed.

* Other duties as assigned by supervisors or project managers.

* Proficient in commercial framing and drywall installation methods.

* Basic blueprint reading required.

* Precise measurement skills.

* Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

* Knowledge of construction tools, equipment, and job site safety.

* Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.

* Good communication and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to meet schedules and deadlines under pressure.

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but may assist in mentoring apprentices or laborers.

This role operates primarily on active construction sites. Conditions may include:
- Exposure to varying weather conditions including extreme temperatures.
- Uneven terrain, elevated surfaces, or confined spaces.
- Loud environments with dust and airborne particles.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job:
- Regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Use of hands and arms to lift, carry, push, and pull construction materials and tools.
- Frequently lift or move materials up to 50 pounds; occasionally up to 75 pounds.
- Climbing ladders, scaffolding, and working at heights as needed.
- Visual acuity to read plans, measure materials, and check alignment.

This is a full-time position.
Hours of work vary from job site to job site based on the contractor's schedule.
Evening and weekend work may be required based on project needs.

Travel is typically local to assigned job sites.
No regular domestic or international travel is expected.

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of commercial carpentry experience in drywall, framing, or ceilings.
- OSHA 10 certification preferred.

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Some positions may require U.S. citizenship based on project or contract requirements.

HUBZone REQUIREMENT: As a Federal contractor, NDC must meet HUBZone employee requirements when bidding for government contracts. By clicking the link below, you can check if your home zip code falls in a HUBZone area:

https://www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-assistance-programs/hubzone-program#id-hubzone-map

Company Benefits Package

Competitive salary based on related experience.

4 Medical Plan Options through United Healthcare (including an HSA plan), dental, vision through Principal.

Voluntary benefits: Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability

Company paid Group-Term-Life & AD & D.

Paid time off and holidays.

Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

Position Location Varies based on the candidate's state location.

NDC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, veteran or family status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

This policy extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, job assignments, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, use of facilities, participation in NDC-sponsored activities, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Pay Transparency Statement

The salary range for this position is $25.63- $44.58 per hour. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. As a result, starting pay may vary within the posted range.

The Company reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits programs in accordance with applicable laws and business needs.