Night Shift Finish Carpenter

About NWFEM

Northwest Facilities & Equipment Maintenance (NWFEM) provides commercial equipment and facilities maintenance and repair for quick serve restaurants and commercial businesses in the Portland, OR and Seattle, WA metropolitan areas. We approach this work through the lens of synergy. It’s how we create outcomes that are both more efficient and enjoyable – for our internal team as well as our clients. Our long-standing relationships with customers are a testament to this commitment.

The why behind everything we do is relationships. To us, this means we work with people we enjoy, carve out an energizing work experience, and support our community.

We are looking for individuals who love their career and craft. Artisans that are excited to learn new techniques and skills to hone their trade and who are excited to share their learning with others. These will be the people that push forward our goals to become a learning organization, with a certification system that allows us to certify each other in our specialty fields, elevating the overall capability of the company, and creating empathy through understanding each other's challenges.

Our values that guide us in realizing this purpose every day are:

• Be Open
• Embrace the Challenge
• Do What You Say
• Think Brand

Job Summary

This is an exciting time for NWFEM! We have recently received a large backing from our biggest customer and are looking to level up our carpentry game. In addition to carpenter tasks, our budding night construction department is a fully capable and operational facilities maintenance team, able to handle projects small and large, utilizing existing team members and subcontractors. Our ideal candidate is an expert in their craft willing to teach others but also willing to do other facilities maintenance related tasks when needed.  A capable and empathetic leader, able to handle the practical application of organizational tools alongside extensive painting experience to bid, manage, and complete a wide range of painting projects, large and small.  You will help us create standards for the tools and processes we use to efficiently complete high-quality jobs for our customers.  You will also help create a training and certification program for the future growth of all NWFEM facilities maintenance staff.  Finally, you will bring a great attitude and open-mindedness to everything you do.

Available Shifts

• Multiple Night Shifts available. All our Night Shifts start at 7 PM and run until about 5 AM. Our technicians generally work four 10 hour shifts. Three days off.
  

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in the construction industry, focus in custom commercial preferred.
• 2+ year as a lead carpenter or similar construction management role in addition to journey level experience
• Physical requirements include: standing, bending, squatting, sitting, kneeling, crawling, repetitive motion of hands and wrists, walking, hearing and climbing
• Must be able to easily read blue prints, do framing layout, interpret shop drawings, structural plans, design plans, and elevations.
• Expert level skills in framing, window and door installation, siding and trim install, interior trim, finish work, casework, wood refinishing and cabinet installations.
• Completion of a relevant finish carpentry training program or apprenticeship or at least five year of carpentry experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Commercial remodeling experience (kitchen, bathroom, finish carpentry)
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• High school diploma or GED certificate or College
• Able to use common hand tools and power tools
• Excellent understanding of apple products/software such as iPad, iPhone, and iOS
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Journey-level carpentry skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs

Personality Traits

• Outstanding example of our company values and culture
• Professional and positive attitude and appearance
• Excels in communication, verbally and written
  
• Able to take direction and work well in a team setting
• Passionate about quality standards, safety, and code compliance

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• NWFEM tackles a wide range of various types of facilities maintenance and repair. Your primary role in this position would be the go-to-employee for completion/guidance of all carpentry related work tasks and projects. 
• Already able to complete other types of work orders we receive, such as painting, drywall, framing, tile work, ceiling repair, etc., or eager and able to learn 
• Measure, cut, and install various fixtures and millwork for doors, windows, ceiling panels, staircases, decking, furniture, etc.
• Perform finish and trim carpentry work according to plans and specifications
• Erect scaffolding or ladders as needed
• Order, record, and track materials needed for jobs ahead of time in order to meet customer expectations for project timelines
• Ability to take accurate measurements, draw up design specs for customer approval, and being in compliance with building codes
• Basic electrical/plumbing knowledge
• Ability to come up with solutions for complex constructibility challenges to maintain design intent
• Able to manage small teams of carpenter and laborers
• Implement best practices and industry standard construction methods
• Provide positive training and direction for carpenters and laborers as needed
• Able to use project management software
• Ability to layout and set concrete forms

What We Offer

• 401k Retirement Fund with a match
• Company provided devices
• Company profit sharing
• Medical
• Dental
• PTO
  

Next Steps

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Salary will be dependent upon experience and skills. NWFEM offers comprehensive medical and dental insurance coverage following 60 days (about 2 months) of employment. Employees are eligible to participate in the company’s 401k/retirement plan following 1 year of employment. NWFEM is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity in our workforce. NWFEM provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job description. The job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position.