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Carpenter Apprentice

The Carpenter Apprentice will possess competence in the following areas to perform his/her role in a productive and safe manner:

  • The main duty of the apprentice carpenter is to assist the carpenter or group of carpenters with the tasks required for forming and erecting wall form-work and deck form in work.

  • The apprentice carpenter participates on the job training as well as classroom activity.

  • The apprentice is required to maintain a tidy work site, managing the tools, supplying assistance to journeyman.

  • Assists with constructing and stripping wood or metal formwork, using plywood/ 2×4 and metal panels.

  • Cut wood to specified measurements.

  • Operates drill/saw as required.

  • Care for tools and equipment.

  • Keeps materials stocked for journeyman.

  • Develop knowledge thru field training and school training to become a journeyman.

The Apprentice Carpenter will possess the knowledge, skill and/or ability in the following areas essential to perform the functions of the position.

  • Must be a DC Resident

  • High School diploma or GED

  • Possess Valid ID

  • Prior experience in construction

  • Ability to comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.

  • Ability to read and use a tape measure and apply associated math skills.

  • Must have the ability to exert heavy physical effort, handling average weight objects up to 60 pounds.

  • Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, balance, climb or crawl.

  • Ability to tolerate heights without fear.

  • Work involves exposure to outside weather conditions and dirt, dust, fumes, and/or loud noises.

  • Able to work a flexible schedule, sometime early, late, and at the weekend as needed.

  • Must have reliable transportation to be able to report to class and to constantly changing job sites.

  • A record of exemplary attendance on the job is required.

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