Union Drywall Carpenter

POSITION SUMMARY:   Carpenters are responsible for construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard, using carpenter's hand tools and power tools; install framing, and seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surface for painting or papering. Carpenters work with blueprints, specifications, and drawings to build, maintain and repair various types of structures.    MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Designs, constructs, remodels,      retrofits and repairs interior and exterior structures made of wood,      drywall, plaster, concrete and brick. Study specifications in      blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and      determine dimensions and materials required. Shape or cut materials to      specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saw. Measure and mark cutting lines on      materials, using ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge. Verify trueness of structure,      using plumb bob and level. Assemble and fasten materials to make framework      or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue. Remove damaged or defective parts      or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools. Assemble or install metal framing      or decorative trim for windows, doorways, or vents. Cut and screw together metal      channels to make floor or ceiling frames, according to plans for the      location of rooms or hallways. Erect scaffolding and ladders for      assembling structures above ground level. Other job duties as needed.   POSITION REQUIREMENTS: ·         High school degree or equivalent ·         Participates in Apprenticeship Program ·         Union Carpenter