Southwind Construction Services LLC, a Quivera Enterprises company, is seeking an experienced Assistant Superintendent / Skilled Carpenter. This dual-role position combines hands-on skilled carpentry responsibilities with construction field leadership and supervision in support of commercial, industrial, and federal construction projects.
The Assistant Superintendent / Skilled Carpenter assists the Project Superintendent with the coordination and oversight of daily field operations, including subcontractor coordination, work sequencing, schedule execution, safety compliance, quality control, inspections, field documentation, material and equipment coordination, and project closeout activities. The position provides field leadership to employees and subcontractors and may assume additional onsite supervisory responsibilities when authorized by project leadership.
In addition to field leadership responsibilities, this position performs skilled carpentry work involving the layout, fabrication, installation, repair, finishing, and maintenance of structures, fixtures, and building components. Work assignments may include concrete formwork, framing and sheathing, architectural millwork, doors and hardware, interior and exterior finishes, thermal and moisture protection, roofing, and construction specialties.
The Assistant Superintendent / Skilled Carpenter works closely with the Project Superintendent, Project Manager, Quality Control Manager, Site Safety and Health Officer, subcontractors, vendors, Government representatives, and craft personnel to ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with contract documents, plans, specifications, quality requirements, and applicable federal construction standards.
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Assist the Project Superintendent with the coordination and oversight of daily construction activities from mobilization through project closeout.
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Support the coordination of company personnel, subcontractors, vendors, materials, equipment, and other resources required to execute field activities.
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Assist with developing and communicating daily and short-term work plans, including sequencing activities to maintain the project schedule.
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Review upcoming work with subcontractors and field personnel to identify manpower, material, equipment, access, safety, quality, and coordination requirements.
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Assist with developing, maintaining, and communicating short-term and three-week look-ahead schedules.
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Monitor daily field progress and communicate potential schedule impacts, delays, conflicts, changed conditions, or resource constraints to the Project Superintendent and Project Manager.
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Coordinate field activities among subcontractors and trades to minimize conflicts and maintain efficient workflow.
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Assist with conducting subcontractor coordination meetings, pre-installation meetings, safety meetings, and daily field briefings.
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Monitor subcontractor activities for compliance with contract documents, plans, specifications, approved submittals, schedules, and project requirements.
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Verify that required materials, equipment, drawings, submittals, personnel, and information are available before scheduled work begins.
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Assist the Project Superintendent with resolving field conflicts, constructability issues, sequencing challenges, and trade coordination concerns.
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Coordinate with Project Management, Quality Control, Safety, subcontractors, and other project personnel to support successful project execution.
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Provide field leadership and direction to craft personnel and subcontractors within assigned areas of responsibility.
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Provide onsite field leadership when the Project Superintendent is temporarily unavailable, when authorized by project leadership.
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Support project mobilization, site logistics, construction execution, inspections, punch-list activities, and final closeout.
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Layout, fabricate, assemble, install, and dismantle formwork for concrete foundations, slabs-on-grade, columns, beams, elevated concrete decks, and other concrete structures.
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Layout and assemble framed walls, floors, ceilings, stairs, roofs, and other structural components using wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, composites, and other construction materials.
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Fit and install windows, window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim, and related components.
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Construct, install, and repair architectural millwork and cabinetry, including cabinets, shelving, countertops, soffits, siding, casework, and interior and exterior trim.
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Layout, install, and repair gypsum board walls and ceilings, suspended ceilings, flooring, ceramic tile, drywall finishes, painting, and related architectural finishes.
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Install construction specialties, including toilet partitions, toilet accessories, interior and exterior signage, lockers, corner guards, and related components.
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Install thermal and moisture protection systems, including building insulation, caulking, sealants, damp proofing, waterproofing, and shingle roofing.
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Install metal panel siding, roofing, trim, gutters, downspouts, and associated components.
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Shape, cut, drill, fasten, and assemble materials to specified measurements using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
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Perform demolition, repair, alteration, renovation, and general construction activities as required by project scope.
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Provide skilled craft support as necessary to maintain project schedules and resolve field conditions.
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Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, specifications, sketches, approved submittals, and shop drawings.
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Perform construction layout using measuring tapes, levels, plumb bobs, laser levels, and other layout instruments.
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Measure and calculate dimensions, elevations, angles, quantities, and material requirements.
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Verify dimensions, elevations, alignments, and field conditions before installation.
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Inspect wood and other construction materials to evaluate type, quality, condition, and suitability for intended use.
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Assist with structural layout, construction planning, sequencing, and installation activities.
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Verify completed work for proper alignment, elevation, dimensions, fit, finish, and compliance with project requirements.
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Identify discrepancies between field conditions and contract documents and communicate concerns to project leadership.
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Troubleshoot field conditions and construction issues in coordination with the Superintendent, Project Manager, Quality Control Manager, and applicable trades.
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Assist the Project Superintendent and site safety personnel with implementing and enforcing company, customer, OSHA, EM 385-1-1, and project-specific safety requirements.
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Monitor field activities for unsafe conditions, practices, or behaviors and immediately communicate concerns to the appropriate supervisor or safety representative.
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Assist with ensuring employees and subcontractors utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
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Participate in daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) reviews, and pre-task planning.
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Assist with verifying that personnel are appropriately trained and qualified for assigned activities and equipment.
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Read and comply with product labels, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), safety warnings, manufacturer instructions, and applicable safety procedures.
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Assist with maintaining safe access, housekeeping, material storage, and site organization.
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Promote a strong safety culture by modeling safe work practices and reinforcing project safety expectations.
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Immediately report incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, and potential hazards in accordance with project procedures.
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Support corrective actions resulting from safety observations or inspections.
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Assist the Project Superintendent and Quality Control Manager with monitoring construction activities for compliance with contract drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and quality requirements.
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Review work in place to identify deficiencies, incomplete items, or nonconforming work before formal inspections.
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Assist with preparatory, initial, and follow-up phases of construction quality control when required.
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Verify that required materials and installations conform to approved plans, specifications, submittals, and manufacturer requirements.
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Coordinate correction of deficiencies, punch-list items, and incomplete work with responsible trades.
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Assist with coordinating inspections and ensuring work areas are prepared for Government, customer, Quality Control, or third-party inspection.
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Monitor corrective work and verify deficiencies are addressed appropriately.
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Support project closeout activities, including punch-list completion, final inspections, as-built documentation, testing, and turnover requirements.
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Maintain Southwind's standards for quality workmanship throughout project execution.
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Assist with preparing and maintaining daily construction reports documenting manpower, subcontractors, equipment, work activities, progress, weather, delays, safety events, and significant project conditions.
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Document field conditions and construction progress through photographs, notes, logs, and other project records.
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Assist with tracking Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, field changes, deficiencies, punch-list items, and action items.
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Communicate changed conditions, potential scope impacts, schedule concerns, or field discrepancies to the Project Superintendent and Project Manager.
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Assist with maintaining current drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and other field documentation.
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Support preparation and maintenance of redline and as-built drawings.
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Maintain accurate field records necessary to support project management, quality control, safety, and contract requirements.
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Assist with documenting delays, unforeseen conditions, subcontractor performance issues, and other significant field events.
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Safely operate hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, and other construction equipment required to perform assigned work.
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Erect, access, and work from ladders and scaffolding as required.
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Inspect tools and equipment before use and immediately report unsafe or defective equipment.
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Maintain tools, equipment, materials, and work areas in a clean, organized, safe, and secure condition.
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Properly store and protect construction materials to prevent damage and unnecessary waste.
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Assist with material handling, staging, loading, unloading, and inventory activities.
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Coordinate or assist with material deliveries, storage locations, staging requirements, and equipment needs to support scheduled field activities.
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Monitor material availability and communicate potential shortages or delivery issues to project leadership.
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Work collaboratively with the Project Superintendent, Project Manager, Quality Control Manager, Site Safety and Health Officer, subcontractors, vendors, and craft personnel.
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Provide day-to-day field guidance to employees and subcontractors within the scope of assigned responsibilities.
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Train and mentor incoming and less-experienced craft personnel in carpentry techniques, construction practices, job functions, and safe work procedures.
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Communicate field expectations, priorities, sequencing requirements, and project objectives to assigned personnel.
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Promote accountability, teamwork, professionalism, safety, and quality throughout field operations.
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Maintain professional working relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, Government representatives, inspectors, and other third parties.
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Assist with resolving routine field conflicts and elevate significant concerns to project leadership.
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Represent Southwind professionally during customer interactions, inspections, meetings, and field coordination activities.
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Perform other duties as assigned in support of project requirements.
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Demonstrated professional experience performing skilled carpentry and construction activities.
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Demonstrated ability to support or lead construction field operations, crews, subcontractors, or multiple trades.
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Strong knowledge of carpentry practices, methods, materials, tools, and techniques.
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Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, specifications, sketches, and shop drawings.
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Ability to perform construction layout using measuring tapes, levels, plumb bobs, laser levels, and other layout instruments.
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Ability to accurately measure, calculate, cut, fabricate, and assemble construction materials.
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Ability to safely operate applicable hand tools, power tools, machines, and construction equipment.
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Strong understanding of construction sequencing, site logistics, and daily field operations.
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Ability to coordinate work among multiple subcontractors and trades.
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Ability to monitor construction activities and identify potential safety, quality, schedule, material, or constructability concerns.
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Working knowledge of construction safety practices and procedures.
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Ability to provide field direction and guidance while maintaining positive working relationships.
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Good mathematical and spatial reasoning skills.
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
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Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
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Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a project team.
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Ability to receive, understand, and communicate written and verbal instructions.
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Strong verbal communication, leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities without sacrificing safety or quality.
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Ability to work effectively under pressure and within established project schedules and deadlines.
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Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.
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High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of four (4) years of professional carpentry, construction, or related field experience; OR
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Completion of a recognized carpentry apprenticeship, trade school, or vocational training program with applicable professional construction experience.
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Previous field leadership experience supporting construction crews, subcontractors, or multiple trades is strongly preferred.
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Previous experience as an Assistant Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, Lead Carpenter, Foreman, or similar construction field leadership position.
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Experience supporting federal Government, Department of Defense, USACE, military, industrial, or commercial construction projects.
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Experience coordinating subcontractors, trades, construction schedules, materials, equipment, and daily field operations.
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Experience supporting projects from mobilization through construction and closeout.
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Experience with federal construction quality control requirements.
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Familiarity with the USACE Three-Phase Control process preferred.
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Familiarity with EM 385-1-1 requirements preferred.
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Experience participating in AHAs, preparatory meetings, initial inspections, follow-up inspections, and project safety activities.
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Experience preparing or contributing to daily construction reports, look-ahead schedules, RFIs, submittal tracking, punch lists, and as-built documentation.
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Experience performing multiple carpentry disciplines, including concrete formwork, framing, millwork, doors and hardware, finishes, and construction specialties.
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Experience with construction layout instruments, hand and power tools, shop equipment, and applicable construction equipment.
The employee may be required to obtain and maintain applicable project-specific safety training and certifications during the first year of employment, including:
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Bloodborne Pathogens Training
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First Aid/CPR
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Scaffolding Safety Training – Worker
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Aerial Work Platform Safety Training – Worker
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OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health Training
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OSHA HAZWOPER Training, as applicable
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ANSI/ASSP Fall Protection Training – Worker
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OSHA Confined Space Entry Training for Construction
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EM 385-1-1 Hazard Recognition Training
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Hazard Communication Training
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Level I Antiterrorism Awareness Training
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Additional customer, contract, or project-specific training and certifications as required
This position is primarily performed in active construction environments and may involve indoor and outdoor work under varying weather and environmental conditions. Work may be performed around construction equipment, elevated work areas, uneven terrain, noise, dust, debris, hazardous materials, and other conditions normally associated with active construction sites.
Employees are required to wear appropriate clothing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and comply with all company, customer, project, OSHA, EM 385-1-1, and applicable federal safety requirements.
The Assistant Superintendent / Skilled Carpenter is expected to maintain a regular onsite presence necessary to support field operations. Work schedules may vary based on project requirements and may include early mornings, evenings, overtime, weekends, extended shifts, or travel.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
The employee must be able to:
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Regularly stand and walk for extended periods.
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Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive physical activities.
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Climb and work from ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and elevated work areas.
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Navigate uneven terrain and active construction sites.
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Frequently use hands and arms to operate tools, handle materials, and perform construction activities.
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Lift, carry, push, and/or move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
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Maintain close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision and the ability to adjust focus.
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Hear and communicate effectively in active construction environments.
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Perform physically demanding work in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
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Transition regularly between hands-on construction activities and field supervisory responsibilities.
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Must have the ability to successfully complete any required background investigation.
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Must have the ability to obtain and maintain required site access, credentials, or federal suitability requirements associated with assigned projects.
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Must comply with applicable drug-free workplace and customer requirements.
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Must comply with all company, customer, project-specific, OSHA, EM 385-1-1, and federal safety requirements.
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Must maintain required training and certifications applicable to assigned duties and projects.
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Must be able to work extended or irregular hours when required by project schedules.
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Travel may be required based on project location and operational needs.
Quivera Enterprises LLC and its subsidiaries are 100% tribally owned and SBA-certified Small Disadvantaged Businesses. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
As a tribally owned organization, Quivera Enterprises and its subsidiaries may apply Indian Preference in accordance with applicable tribal, federal, and contractual requirements where authorized by law.
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