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Portzen Construction Inc.
Job Title:
Carpenters
Job Type:
Full-Time
Date Posted:
03/21/2025
Location:
Iowa City, IA
Salary:
$Union Wages & Fringe Benefits
Company Description:

Portzen Construction is a general contractor that focuses on commercial and industrial construction projects. In addition to being a general contractor, Portzen Construction self performs work including concrete, excavating, carpentry and plumbing/hydronics. Portzen Construction feels the ability to self-perform a large part of projects allows us to provide value added services to our clients.
Job Description:
Primary Responsibilities
- Read blueprints.
- Assist in building concrete formwork, pouring and finishing concrete
- Rough Framing wood or steel studs.
- Finish Carpentry (Doors, Cabinets, Countertops, Interior and Exterior Trim)
- Ability to take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed.
- Work with foreman or project superintendent to successfully complete projects from start to finish.
- Ability to understand carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction.
- Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saw, hammers, rulers, etc).
Benefits:
Bargaining Unit fringe benefits paid by the employer.
Required Experience:
Skill, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience
- Must be 18 years old
- Good understanding of basic math
- Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times.
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required to join the apprenticeship.
- No specific experience required when starting as a first level apprentice. Skillset to improve with each level of apprenticeship.
- Must be able to pass a background and drug test.
- Must be able to take written and verbal direction.
- Must be able to work with others in a positive manner.
- Must be able to show up on time for scheduled shift.
- Must possess the tools and knowledge for the appropriate level of skillset.
- Must be able to work within safety guidelines and laws at all times.
- Squat and kneel repeatedly throughout the course of an 8-hour work shift.
- Lift 75 lbs. (one sheet of BBO plywood) repeatedly through the course of the day.
- Read and understand construction documents.
- Read and use a tape measure.
- Swing a hammer in an effective manner.
- Use power and hand tools in a safe and efficient manner.
Work in hot and cold exterior conditions. - Wear the personal protective equipment provided.
- Wear the tool belt all day, every work day.
Required Travel:
Must be able to travel within a 2 hour radius of Dubuque, IA