Journeyman-level Framing Carpenter

Agape Construction Company is seeking RESIDENTIAL JOURNEYMAN-LEVEL FRAMING CARPENTERS with a 5+ years of wood-framing experience.

Agape Construction is a family owned, well-established St. Louis Design and Build Company based in Kirkwood, MO with an A+ rating from the BBB. We specialize in large additions, garages, kitchens, baths, basements, outdoor spaces, etc. Come work for a company with integrity!

Job Summary Working under the supervision of the lead carpenter, the journeyman-level carpenter will be the second on the framing crew of our residential remodel and addition projects.

Responsibilities Assist the lead carpenter with the demolition and framing of residential remodel projects; jo tasks include but are not limited to:

• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, change orders and be able to do material take offs from them
• Lay out walls
• Lay out and installation of floor joists, stud framing and roof rafters
• Door and window installation
• Lay out and installation of stairs; calculate rough stringers to code
• Install siding
• Calculate rafters and use squares to create and install stick built roof framing
• Build decks, porches and install exterior trim
• Perform demolition
• Perform lead testing and abatement if required
• Step in as lead in the lead's absence

Position Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of residential wood framing experience, including remodels and additions
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electric and mechanical codes
• In depth knowledge of blueprint reading and structural framing codes
• Own basic personal carpentry tools
• Be physically fit and able to perform demanding work on a consistent basis

Salary: $30 - $38 per hour based on experience

Benefits

• Steady 40 hours per week
• Excellent Health, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability insurance, Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays
• Simple IRA with company match
• Mileage and phone reimbursement
• Weekends off - great work / life balance