Carpenter

Key Responsibilities

• Reading Plans: Reviewing blueprints and architectural drawings to figure out dimensions, layouts, and material needs.
• Layout and Measurement: Using tape measures, framing squares, and chalk lines to mark precise cuts and stud placements on the ground or foundation.
• Cutting and Shaping: Operating hand tools and power tools - such as circular saws and nail guns - to cut wood, metal, or engineered lumber.
• Assembly: Erecting floor joists, subflooring, wall studs, headers, and roof trusses or rafters to form the core shell of the building.
• Sheathing and Bracing: Installing plywood or oriented strand board (OSB) wall panels and roof decking to add structural rigidity.
• Code Compliance: Ensuring all structural work strictly adheres to local building codes and safety regulations.