Master Craftsman

Position Available: Master Craftsman in Western Nebraska
Required Qualifications:
5 years of successful and technical construction experience minimum – preferred experience in carpentry
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation for job site access.

 

Apply if you meet all the required skills by sending us your resume that outlines experience, references, and technical training  to cdoyle@elev8308.com or calling Connor at 308.730.2569.
 

Master Craftsman Position Summary 

A Master Craftsman is an expert builder who commands the lead role of a job site’s day-to-day growth.  Craftsmen with Elev8 308 will be required to execute technical tasks involving tactful physical labor on residential and light commercial projects both large and small. A Master Craftsman will demonstrate high-level knowledge to execute a wide array of construction-oriented assignments. Utilizing a variety of hand and power tools Master Craftsmen will deliver a product of the utmost quality. They will operate and manage in a construction setting from a project's start until its completion.  They may assist other trade workers to hit deadlines. Master craftsmen must be highly skilled, autonomous, proactive, and able to navigate as well as lead and train others through the complexities found within all facets of construction.
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities TO APPLY

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
● Perform a variety of tasks involving technical based manual labor in a construction setting
● Utilize previous construction experience to complete various scopes of work in an efficient and timely manner
● Versatile technical experience with tools of the trade, construction processes, safety regulations and leading projects from start to end. 
● Successful skills of project management, site cleanup, and clear communication
● Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and spec sheets to carry out the required scope of work, scan any gaps in information and fill in or request additional information.
● Work professionally in a group setting to include other employees, trades, and clients alike
● Openly train or provide leadership to other team members by offering insights and opportunities around improvement using past successes and learnings
● Ensure that proper job site safety and quality control procedures are followed; bring problems to the attention of the group
● Properly handle and store materials 
 

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) TO APPLY

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid and appropriate state driver’s license prior to employment
• Minimum 5 years construction experience demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform high-quality Master Craftsman level work
• High level knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials, and supplies used in construction
• General knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions
• Must be presentable in a professional and clean manner
• Must be able to utilize critical thinking skills to navigate diversity with a clear mind and attitude
• Ability to:
  • work independently and/or with a team in a leadership role to complete daily activities according to work schedule
  • lift heavy objects, walk, and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions
  • communicate orally and in writing
  • use equipment and tools properly and safely
  • understand, follow and delegate written and oral instructions
  • meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency

Pay

• Based on experience starting at $25/hour
• Salary position available to the right candidate after an assimilation period

 

Benefits

• Long term benefits to be discussed after a proper assimilation period
• Travel less than 25%
• Majority of time will be working within 1 hour of Burwell/Ord area and home nearly every evening
• Personal and Professional development opportunities
• Standard 8-5 (40hr) work week  

 
Elev8 308’s Culture
At Elev8 308, we are a company with a growth mindset who will invest as much in you as you invest into us.  We truly believe that a company is only as good as it’s people and with the right mindset, attitude, and work ethic we can grow and build well into the future, together. 
 
While construction does come with its own physical demands, Elev8 308 is very conscious of ways to remain efficient, and we do our best to offer an enriching work environment as well as flexibility within the bounds of progress. We utilize some of the best technologies and apps to provide clarity at all stages of construction for both employees and clients alike.
 
If this seems like a culture you could thrive in, we invite you to see the specific detailed requirements for the role below and would like to invite you to be a part of our team!  You can also check us out at Elev8308.com, Facebook and Instagram.
 
Notes
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements.  To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.  Nebraska is an at-will employment state, meaning that either the Employee or the Company may terminate this agreement at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.