Carpenter/Drywall Finisher

Paul Davis Restoration of Illinois

Carpenter/Drywall Finisher

Normal, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Company shirts

    On-call bonus

    Company vehicle for use during business hours

    Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Opportunity for advancement

    Training & development

    Wellness resources

    Do you want to make an Impact in your community in a diverse and inclusive company, working in a dynamic and growing industry, while supporting your personal and professional journey in your career?

    Join the Paul Davis Team! Our company's mission is to provide opportunities for great people to deliver best in class results. There is a path for career growth, promotions and your future.

    Carpenter/Drywall Finisher $20.00 - $30.00 per hour (depending on experience) We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Carpenter/Drywall Finisher to join our restoration team. This role is responsible for completing residential and commercial repair jobs that are assigned by the Project Managers of the reconstruction department, completing all repairs within the time frame of the job and within industry standards installation, repair, finishing, and painting of drywall surfaces in residential and commercial properties that have suffered damage due to water, fire, mold, or other disasters.

    Essential Duties/ Responsibilities:

    This is an on-call role

    Perform drywall installation, taping, mudding, sanding, and finishing

    Patch and repair damaged drywall in residential and commercial properties

    Prime and paint interior and exterior surfaces to match existing finishes

    Prep work areas, including masking and surface preparation

    Must be able to match textures, paint, do some carpentry work

    Maintain a clean and safe job site

    Communicate with project managers and clients as needed

    Follow safety protocols and company standards

    Work safely in residential and commercial properties that have been damaged by fire, water, storm, and/or mold

    Complete assigned repair jobs for residential and commercial properties using a punch list

    Complete work orders as given by reconstruction department

    Communicate job progress with Estimators, Project Directors, Production Manager and/or Coordinators

    Demolition of structural damage to properties through the use of hand and power tools

    Complete measurements and calculate size and amount of material needed on assigned jobs

    Measure, cut, and shape wood and other materials to meet the job needs

    Construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures made from wood and other materials on assigned jobs

    Inspect damaged framework

    Construct building frameworks, including walls, floors, and doorframes

    Complete drywall projects

    Clean up assigned job sites; may be doing a days’ worth of work on different job sites

    May be traveling to more than one job site per day

    Keep equipment clean and organized in the shop and in the vehicle

    Responsible for unloading trash and materials in assigned areas

    Check work throughout the project to ensure it is up to code and specifications

    Complete assigned jobs within budget and on time

    Job Requirements:

    Proven experience in drywall hanging, finishing, and painting

    Strong attention to detail and ability to match textures and colors

    Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

    Ability to work independently and as part of a team

    Knowledge of carpentry skills

    Knowledge of finish carpentry, framing, structural work, drywall, and trim carpentry

    Knowledge of technology (iPhone, iPad)

    Customer Service Skills

    Communication skills via phone and face to face

    Math skills in order to accurately measure materials and budget materials within estimates

    Mechanical skills to work with various tools and machines

    Critical Thinking skills

    Ability to learn and operate our primary operating system: RMS,

    Ability to work safely with hand and power tools

    Ability to answer and communicate with customers over the phone and face to face

    Required Education and Experience:

    High School Diploma or GED required

    5 + years experience in the construction/repair industry as a Tradesman/Carpenter

    Preferred Education and Experience:

    5+ years experience in finish carpentry work

    Experience with roofing

    Physical Requirement

    Must be able to stay in a stationary position up to 25% of the time within a vehicle.

    Constantly moves about job sites

    Constantly positions self to move about job sites stairs, walkways, roofs, crawl spaces

    Occasionally ascends and descends a ladder to complete jobs

    Must be able to communicate and converse with customers and internal employees over the phone and face to face

    Frequently will lift up to 60lbs.

    Ability to safely operate a company vehicle

    Make an impact now: Since 1966, Paul Davis has been serving people in their time of need when facing disaster and having their worst day. We are a customer, employee and client focused company, passionately serving our community in its time of need and becoming an indispensable partner to our clients though our dedicated work! WE ARE PAUL DAVIS!

    Reasonable Accommodation for Disability:

    Any applicant or employee, who believes that a reasonable accommodation is required for purposes of federal or state disability law is required to contact Human Resources to begin the interactive exchange process.

    Disclaimer:

    Paul Davis Restoration is an equal opportunity employer. Paul Davis Restoration provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.