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Tutorperini

Carpenter (Union)

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$21.50 - $29/hr

This is a Union position, so the expected pay range is based on Union scale for the applicable Local. Lunda Construction Company, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking Carpenter (Union) to join our ...

Tutorperini

Laborer (Union)

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

This is a Union position, so the expected pay range is based on Union scale for the applicable Local. Lunda Construction Company, A Tutor Perini Company, is seeking Laborer (Union) to join our ...

CBRE

Union Engineer

Waukesha, WI · On-site

Union Engineer Job Information: Job Family/Function: Engineering & Technical Services Location: Waukesha, WI About the Role As a CBRE Union Engineer , you will support facility operations for a major ...

CBRE

Union Mechanic

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Union Facility Mechanic Milwaukee, WI About the Role As a CBRE Union Facility Mechanic , you will support a major telecommunications client by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing building ...

Tutorperini

Crane Operator (Union)

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

This is a Union position, so the expected pay range is based on Union scale for the applicable Local. Lunda Construction Company, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking Crane Operator (Union) to join our ...

Tutorperini

Concrete Finisher (Union)

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$20.50 - $28/hr

This is a Union position, so the expected pay range is based on Union scale for the applicable Local. Lunda Construction Company, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking Concrete Finisher (Union) to join ...

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Carpenter (Union)

Tutorperini

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

$21.50 - $29/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

This is a Union position, so the expected pay range is based on Union scale for the applicable Local.

Lunda Construction Company, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking Carpenter (Union) to join our project sites in the Black River Falls, WI; Waukesha, WI; Hilbert, WI; and Rosemount, MN regions.

*** This is a Union Position ***

About Lunda Construction:

Excellence in Construction since 1938

Lunda Construction Company is a major heavy/highway, civil and industrial general contractor with an uncompromising pledge to achieve the highest standards of Engineering and Excellence, with the Safety of the workforce and traveling public being the highest priority.

Building isn't just a job. At Lunda Construction Company, it is our passion. With every project we undertake, we set the bar high and provide the best people in the industry, with a true love of what we do to make our Customers' vision a reality. From inception to completion, we use the latest techniques and technologies to make sure that the project stays on point and on budget. Even after a project's completion, our post-construction teams work to ensure that our Customers are satisfied.

At Lunda Construction Company, we believe our work stands as a testament to the quality and excellence that we stand for as a company. Notable projects include the Southwest METRO Green Line Extension, I-74 Mississippi River Bridge, Saint Croix Crossing, Marquette Interchange, I-494 Airport to Highway 169 Design-Build, and the Southwest LRT Blue Line Extension.

Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent

DESCRIPTION:

As a Carpenter (Union) at Lunda Construction, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Work alone or with crews to build and assemble column formwork, wall formwork, and falsework

  • Erect temporary handrails, platforms, and associated safety related structures

  • Perform a variety of tasks involving hand and power tools

  • Measure, cut, and install materials per plans

  • Unload, handle, and stockpile material

  • Climb forms

  • Grade joists

  • Piledriving

  • Welding

  • Maintain a clean job site

  • Perform other duties as required

*Please note: Training is available through the Unions if all requirements are not met

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Duties will be performed outdoors at construction sites

  • Must be able to work at heights

  • Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, climb scaffolds, ladders and otherwise achieve access work areas

  • Duties will include physical activities that require considerable use of the arms and legs, and moving the whole body, such as standing, climbing, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, and handling and lifting of materials, equipment, tools and machinery weighing up to 50 pounds.

Lunda Construction builds extraordinary projects, and we need exceptional talent. Join us and together we will build the future.

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