Carpenter, Painting/Trim

Job Title: Carpenter, Painting/Trim

Location: Bastrop, TX

Established in the Blue Ridge foothills of North Carolina in 1963, Leonard Buildings and Truck Accessories is a manufacturer and distributor whose product lines include storage buildings, cargo and utility trailers, truck covers, truck and van accessories, carports, playhouses, chicken coops, and dog houses. We serve our residential, commercial, fleet, and government customers through our 150+ retail store locations in eighteen states, supported by our corporate offices (in Mount Airy, NC, and Cobden, IL), distribution centers, and strategically located manufacturing facilities.

Job Summary:

The Carpenter, Painting/Trim is based at the Bastrop, TX manufacturing plant, with operations in the U.S. and has overall responsibility for constructing, assembling, and ensuring the quality of wooden structures through precise measurement, cutting, and assembly techniques, while adhering to safety and production standards and meeting customer specifications. This position reports directly to the Manager, Plant (or Supervisor, Plant) and does not have direct reports.

Job Responsibilities:

• Installs and repairs molding and trim found on windows, doors, baseboards, mantels, and other ornamental pieces.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of measurements and precision to ensure a seamless and aesthetic finish.
• Reads, interprets, and follows complex blueprints and building plans.
• Utilizes a variety of hand and power tools, such as squares, rules, and chisels.
• Frequently works with materials such as wood, vinyl, fiberglass, and metal.
• Fits and installs window frames and interior and exterior trim using a carpenter's level.
• Finishes surfaces of woodwork buildings, using paint and hand tools.
• Verifies trueness of structure with a carpenter's level.
• Wears appropriate protective gear and ensures safety procedures are followed.
• Adheres to safety protocols and maintains a clean workspace.
• Assists in other duties within the carpentry manufacturing plant, including the following:
  • Erector/Siding.
  • Electrical.
  • Flooring.
  • Framing.
  • Press/Rafting
  • Ramps/Accessories.
  • Roofing.
  • Small Structures.
  • Trusses.
  • Vinyl.

Other Duties:

Please 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.

Competencies (skills, knowledge, and abilities):

• Common knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to work well as a team.
• Ability to paint.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Travel:

This position does not require travel.

What does Leonard Offer?

• Competitive salary compensation role.
• Competitive benefits package.
• 401K with a company match.
• Paid days off: holidays and vacation.
• Continuous training and growth opportunities to build your career with Leonard.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift heavy objects, up to 50 pounds.
• Physical stamina to stand, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to work in awkward and cramped positions.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to repeat the same or similar movements.
• Good vision, including depth perception.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions, such as extreme heat or cold, in a manufacturing plant environment.
• Ability to hear and talk.
• Ability to keep up with productions fast pace.
• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Company to administer employment based solely on an individual’s qualifications, ability, and performance without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, political affiliation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.