Master Finish Carpenter

POSITION: Master Finish Carpenter  (LOCATION:  BERMUDA)

REPORTS TO: Foreman

JOB SUMMARY:

The Master Finish Carpenter is responsible for the fabrication, installation, repair, and finishing of high-quality custom woodwork and architectural finishes for residential, commercial, and marine construction projects. This position requires exceptional craftsmanship, attention to detail, and the ability to produce precise finish carpentry to the highest professional standards.

Responsibilities Include:

• Read and interpret architectural drawings, blueprints, shop drawings, specifications, and sketches to determine project requirements.
• Measure, mark, cut, shape, fabricate, assemble, and install finished carpentry components with a high degree of precision.
• Manufacture and install custom cabinetry, kitchen units, bathroom vanities, wardrobes, shelving, furniture, counters, and built-in fixtures.
• Construct and install doors, frames, windows, shutters, moldings, trim, skirting boards, architraves, crown moldings, handrails, balustrades, staircases, and other architectural woodwork.
• Install and finish hardwood flooring, wall paneling, ceilings, decorative finishes, and specialty wood products.
• Perform detailed finish work to ensure superior fit, alignment, appearance, and functionality.
• Carry out repairs, alterations, restoration work, and maintenance to existing carpentry installations.
• Operate and maintain woodworking machinery, power tools, hand tools, and specialty carpentry equipment safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate work activities with project supervisors and other construction trades to ensure timely project completion.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable building codes, project specifications, Company quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
• Identify material requirements and notify management of shortages or defects.
• Build temporary structures, hoarding, scaffolding, formwork, or other site structures when required.
• Mentor and provide guidance to apprentices or junior carpenters where appropriate.
• Any other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• High level of detail and carpentry skills
• Able to operate heavy machinery in order to complete tasks
• Able to meet deadlines and complete projects on schedule
• Able to build items such as furniture, staircases, kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, doors, railings, windows and shutters; also have the experience in the installation of these items
• Ability to take on a variety of tasks and while working under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – Capable of maintaining effective working relationships with staff at all levels
• Able to meet the physical requirements of this position
• Must be prepared to be called out at all hours.
• Must obtain a valid Bermuda Intermediate Driver's License within six months of commencement of employment 
• Company vehicles can be utilized for practicing and testing
• Must obtain reliable transportation to and from work
• Must maintain all professional certifications required for the position while employed
• Must maintain medical fitness for duty as required and provide annual medical certificates as requested

Position Requirements:

• The applicant should be a well-rounded, highly skilled carpenter and have extensive construction industry knowledge and no less than five (5) years working experience as a qualified Finish or Master Carpenter
• Experience will need to be proven in staircase construction and installation