Job Title

Carpenter - Junior

Location

Fort Belvoir, VA - Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 US (Primary)

Job Description

Fibertek is looking for a carpenter for the C5ISR Facilities team at Fort Belvoir, VA, which supports the US Army's world class research and development programs.  Work will entail rough, finish, repair and general maintenance carpentry, as well as other facilities support.  This is a full time, permanent position and Fibertek offers a comprehensive benefits package.  Top Secret SCI Clearance is required; Fibertek will sponsor successful candidate for Secret Clearance if needed.

• Constructs, erects, installs, and repairs structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard, using carpenter's hand tools and power tools, and conforming to applicable building practices and codes.
• Reads blueprints, sketches and building plans for material required and dimensions. Drafts sketches.  Estimates materials needed to perform task.
• Removes and replaces sections of structures as needed.  Removes debris and cleans work site and tools after completion.
• Frames walls, installs insulation, ceiling tiles, drywall, subflooring, flooring, windows, doors, doorframes, interior and exterior trim, and finish hardware.
• Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders to perform tasks above ground level.
• Assists other facilities maintenance team members and trades in projects as required.
• Follows all safety protocol and protection measures; assists with or advises safety inspections as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; applicable training.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum 5 years experience.
• Schedule is 0600-1445, Monday to Friday.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/DEMANDS:
• Production shop, laboratory, office and outdoor environments.
• Physical demands include bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing.
• Lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds required; heavier items with assistance. 

FIBERTEK, Inc. is a recognized leader in advanced lasers, lidars and laser communication systems providing our DoD, NASA and aerospace customers discriminating capabilities. We pride ourselves in our innovation and customer success focused culture enabled by a creative and relaxed work environment. Fibertek fosters a progressive learning environment that values inspiration, promotes professional challenge and encourages personal growth. We offer a competitive and incentivized compensation package with excellent benefits.
 

Fibertek, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Applicants are considered regardless of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact us at hr@fibertek.com.