Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships makes The Weitz Company a great place to work.

The Weitz Company is seeking Interior Trim Carpenters to be located on a project site in Des Moines, IA.

What You'll Do:

• Erecting scaffolding, ladders and stairs for assembling structures, constructing formwork, installing wood blocking, operating saws, hammers, drills and other mechanical equipment.
• The carpenter builds, repairs and installs counters, cabinets, benches, partitions, floors, building framework, trim, assists with layout of formwork, partitions, etc.
• Installs door frames, doors and door hardware.
• This individual must comply with company policies, safety regulations and building codes.
  
• Reads and examines blueprints and spec book to determine requirements and correct applications.
• Perform other duties as assigned
  

What We're Looking For:
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each previously stated duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and ability necessary to succeed in this role.

• Education: High School diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred
  
• Skills: Ability to listen and follow direction, work with both hand and power tools, muck (puddle) concrete. Current rough terrain forklift, & skid steer certification is preferred. Training and complying with all safety rules, and performing without constant supervision are also requirements of this position.
  
• Language Skills: A qualified candidate must have the ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Candidate must also be able to write routine correspondence and speak effectively with customers and co-workers.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to bend, sit, stand and walk on uneven ground; use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls; frequently make repetitive reaching and other movements with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee frequently is required to speak and listen and must regularly lift and/or move materials. Specific vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This list is to be considered general and not all-inclusive. The Company reserves the right to change or modify, consistent with business necessity.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must wear all company or project required personal protective equipment (PPE), regularly work in outside weather conditions, be aware of close moving mechanical parts, and perform in high, precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Employee must also be able to work scheduled/ unscheduled overtime, per the needs of the project (weekends and holidays included).

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• Strong Company and Safety Culture
• Training Opportunities
• Other Benefits, if applicable

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click the following link to view our Privacy Notice:

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