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As a commercial construction carpenter, you will work across several disciplines of construction, with a focus on:

• Wood framing for structures, walls, decorative items, backing & blocking, tenant improvements.
• Concrete form work for slabs on grade such as door bucks, angle stops, blockouts, and expansion joints. •Rough opening bucks in CMU walls.
• Finish carpentry such as hanging hollow metal doors & frames, interior wood doors, & door hardware.
• Specialties such as markerboards, mirrors, FRP, bathroom accessories, and roof hatches.
• Some exterior finish carpentry such as fiber cement siding, flexible flashings, sealants, and trim.
• Punch list work for project acceptance, such as drywall repair, paint touch ups, door adjustments, etc.

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent
• Driver's License and reliable transportation
• Ability to work in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold)
• Ability to use hand and power tools, including but not limited to: skill saws, chop saws, nail guns, compressors, ladders, and various hand tools.
• Familiarity with heavy equipment such as reach forklifts, scissor lifts,
• General understanding of industry safety: hard hats, boots, glove, ear & eye protection, heavy equipment
• Standard carpenter hand tools (belt, hammer, square, tape measure, etc.)
• Ability to read blueprints is preferred, but not required
• Desire to advance to Foreman position

About Meridian Construction

Meridian construction is a full service commercial General Contractor. But we're more than just builders, we're a team of mission-driven professionals dedicated to building success. Since 1999, Meridian has built over 650 projects and 7,000,000 square feet of building space. Our carpenters and field staff are exposed to many different types of work and projects. From forming building foundations on schools to hanging doors in luxury condos, our field teams are always doing something new. Our portfolio includes a mix of private negotiated contracts and publicly funded prevailing wages projects. Most projects are within a 60 mile radius of Spokane, however, we have active projects in 5 western states if traveling is for you.

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