Carpenter/Nashville

Job Description

Carpenter - Nashville TN

Carpenter Job Responsibilities:

● Installs foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs using materials such as: wood,

steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composites of multiple materials.

● Fits and installs window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior

trim using a carpenter’s level, plumb bob, and laser levels.

● Erects scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground levels.

● Studies specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout

and determine dimensions and materials required.

● Shapes or cuts materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or

power saws.

● Follows established safety rules and regulations and maintaining a safe and clean

environment.

● Builds or repairs cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in

buildings, using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools.

● Assembles and fastens materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and

wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.

● Removes damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace,

using hand tools.

● Inspects ceiling or floor tile, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken

or damaged structures.

● Moves necessary materials around jobsite as assigned.

● Cleans up worksite debris.

Qualifications:

● Capable of receiving and following instructions and communicating with co-workers

● Able to read and adhere to labels, safety warnings, and guidelines

● Attentive to detail and always alert to ensure safety

● experience in commercial or residential carpentry

● Ability to comprehend schematic diagrams, blueprints, sketches, building plans and

other specifications

● Strong working knowledge of job site safety

HireQuest Direct

535 Spence Lane

Nashville, TN 37210