Carpentry Foreman - Ho-Chunk, Inc. Construction Group

Job Title: Carpentry Foreman

Business Title: HCI-Construction

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

Leads and coordinates activities of construction workers on work projects and assigns workers to different work tasks.  Coordinate and inspect work performed by sub-contractors. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• May be asked to lead and/or coordinate activities of co-workers while on small projects.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Verify trueness of structure using plumb bob and level.
• Understand and follow Blueprints, Drawings, and Specifications.
• Measure and mark lines on materials using a pencil, marker, chalk or marking gauge.
• Shape or cut material to specific measurement with hand tools, machines, and power saw.
• Erects, moves and performs duties from scaffolding, ladders, and Lifts.
• Understand and follow company chain of command and reporting methods.
• Retain and apply what is learned as it applies to the next skill level.
• Regularly attend company safety training sessions.
• Keep and maintain reliable transportation to and from changing job site locations.
• Ability to take direction and carry out job duties as needed.
• Align, straighten, plumb and square forms for installation.
• Understand and follow directions with little supervision.
• Able to communicate, schedule and inspect work performed by sub-contractors.
• May supervise workers on smaller projects or under the direction of a Field Supervisor on larger projects.
• Pour and finish all types of concrete jobs including sidewalks, driveways, paving, curbs, footings, walls and floors.
• Complete company paperwork as needed.
• Able to understand smart phones and tablets, including Time Keeping, Emails, documents, submittals, etc.
• Install Door and Window frames Plumb and Level.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

1. Critical Thinking.
2. Complex Problem Solving.
3. Judgement and Decision Making.
4. Seeing Potential Problems
5. Respect for Property
6. Positive Attitude toward Others

Experience

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, and regularly lift 50 pounds or more.
• Able to perform job duties with little supervision.
• General understanding of construction practices
• Willingness to put forth extra effort.
• Communication skills both verbal and written.
• Maintains a valid driver’s license and is insurable under the company’s provider/program.
• Able to work from heights over 20’ safely.
• Able to work 40+ hours per week.
• Ability to take direction and carry out job duties as needed with good quality.
• Able to read Blueprints, Drawings, and Specifications
• Able to Install Metal and Wood Doors, Windows, Siding, Soffit, and Fascia
• Able to Frame Floors, Walls, Rafters, and Trusses
• Able to Finish Drywall, Texture, and Painting

Education

High school diploma or Equivalent required. Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.  Four or more years of experience in a related area preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position will assist in overseeing crews assigned to their specific project. Crews will consist of laborers, apprentices, and journeymen.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job performs physically demanding work. May work at great heights or outdoors in all weather conditions. The use Personal Protection Equipment is required.

Our Values:

Native American Owned & Proud | Accountable | Team Focused | Innovative | Visionary | Excellence

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
• The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively jumps, sprints or throws objects.
• The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination.
• The position requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must have excellent stamina.

Tool Requirements

• Gloves Work Gloves
• Leather Steel Toe Boots
• Weather Appropriate Clothing
• Tool Pouch
• 25’ Tape measure
• Metal Speed square
• Utility Knife
• Framing Hammer
• Lineman’s Pliers
• ½” Cordless Drill or Impact (18 Volt or greater)
• Chalk Box
• 4’ Level
• Steel Claw Bar
• Nail Set
• Wood Chisel
• Plumb Bob
• Framing Square
• Sheetrock Mud Pan, Knives, and Rasp
• Clamps
• Tin Snips
• Wood Plane
• 100’ Tape Measure

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. However, preference may be extended to persons of Indian descent in accordance with applicable laws.

ROLE/LOCATION SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This is a full-time position.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position (40 hrs./week). Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 7:00a.m. to 3:30p.m. with overtime as needed before/after shifts and on Saturdays.  TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Regular commute to primary work location is not considered travel.

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

CLEARANCE/LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

Note:  This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.