Construction Journeyman

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Construction Journeyman is a highly skilled trades professional responsible for performing advanced construction, installation, and repair work across multiple disciplines, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and general building trades.

This role operates at a master craftsman level and serves in a lead capacity, providing direction, oversight, and mentorship to team members while ensuring all work meets company standards, safety regulations, and applicable building codes.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight

• Serve in a lead role to all employees.

• Provide guidance, training, and quality control oversight.

• Coordinate daily tasks to ensure efficient workflow and project progress.

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.

Project Layout & Planning

• Interpret blueprints, specifications, and supervisor instructions.

• Prepare and verify project layouts.

• Accurately measure and estimate dimensions, materials, and proportions.

• Select and confirm appropriate materials for each project phase.

Carpentry & Structural Work

• Perform demolition, framing, and structural repairs.

• Build and install stairs, mantels, cabinetry, molding, siding, windows, and doors.

• Construct forms for concrete work and tunnel or sewer projects.

• Create structures for concrete pouring and bracing systems.

• Repair roofing systems and structural subcomponents.

• Work with prefabricated building components.

Plumbing (Rough & Finish)

• Remove and install plumbing fixtures, supply lines, and drain systems.

• Perform rough-in and finish plumbing work.

• Utilize plumbing tools including soldering torches, pipe benders, and fitting equipment.

Electrical (Rough & Finish)

• Remove and install electrical wiring, fixtures, and systems.

• Perform rough-in and finish electrical work.

• Utilize electrical installation tools such as heavy-duty drills, fish tapes, and testers.

General Construction Duties

• Work with materials including wood, steel, aluminum, concrete, drywall, plastic, fiberglass, ducting, conduit, and prefabricated components.

• Join materials using nails, screws, staples, and adhesives.

• Erect scaffolding and safely operate on ladders, stilts, and elevated structures.

• Use levels, framing squares, plumb bobs, and surveying equipment to ensure precision.

• Move and install machinery as needed.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, and electrical systems.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.

• Strong understanding of building codes and safety standards.

• Proven leadership capability in a construction environment.

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work at heights.