Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships makes The Weitz Company a great place to work

The Weitz Company is seeking Laborers, Carpenters and Forman to be located out of our West Palm Beach, FL location.

What You'll Do:

Carpenter:

• Erecting scaffolding, ladders and stairs for assembling structures, constructing formwork, installing wood blocking, operating saws, hammers, drills and other mechanical equipment.
• The carpenter builds, repairs and installs counters, cabinets, benches, partitions, floors, building framework, trim, assists with layout of formwork, partitions, etc.
• Installs door frames, doors and door hardware.
• This individual must comply with company policies, safety regulations and building codes.
• Additional duties may include the following:
• Reads and examines blueprints and spec book to determine requirements and correct applications.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Carpenter Helper:

• Assist Carpenter with erecting scaffolding, ladders, and stairs for assembling structures, constructing concrete formwork, installing wood blocking, operating saws, hammers, drills, and other mechanical equipment.
• Mix cement, sand and water to produce concrete, grout or slurry using hoe, trowel, tamper, scraper or concrete-mixing machine
• Assist with preparation of concrete base including setting wood forms and positioning steel; measure and pour concrete; finish concrete; remove wooden forms and backfill; clean site; spread loam
• Perform a wide variety of technical and physical duties in the placement and finishing of concrete curb, slabs, and structures
• Ability to operate machinery, hand and power tools of all types: saws, air hammers, tampers, cement mixers, floats and trowels, small mechanic hoists, jackhammers, generators and a variety of others
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery, equipment and materials
• Assist with layout and install templates of formwork, partitions, anchor bolts, etc.
• Read and examine blueprints
• Access confined spaces such as tunnels, shafts, or pits
• Perform other duties as assigned

Laborer:

• Signal and guide operator to lift and move loads
• Assist carpenters with construction of formwork or other carpentry work
• Assist workers by moving machinery and equipment, or lifting and moving material
• Clean up debris and remove trash
• Assist with pouring concrete walls, floors, footings, etc.
• Push or pull loads as they are lowered and deposited in place
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each previously stated duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and ability necessary to succeed in this role.

• Education: High School diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Experience:A minimum of two (2) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred
• Skills:The candidate must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide units of measure. Ability to make complex cuts not to waste material, and figure out complex forming systems. Training and complying with all safety rules, and performing without constant supervision are also requirements of this position.
• Language Skills:A qualified candidate must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints and specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Candidate must also be able to write routine correspondence and speak effectively with customers and co-workers.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products including Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to bend, sit, stand and walk on uneven ground; use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls; frequently make repetitive reaching and other movements with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee frequently is required to speak and listen and must regularly lift and/or move materials. Specific vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This list is to be considered general and not all-inclusive. The Company reserves the right to change or modify, consistent with business necessity.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must wear all company or project required personal protective equipment (PPE), regularly work in outside weather conditions, be aware of close moving mechanical parts, and perform in high, precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Employee must also be able to work scheduled/ unscheduled overtime, per the needs of the project (weekends and holidays included).

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click the following link to view our Privacy Notice: