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Union Carpenters / Finishers / Plasterers

Employment Type: Full-Time

Founded in 1981, Valley Interior Systems is one of the oldest and most established union specialty drywall contractors in Ohio. Valley Interior Systems is a commercial contractor specializing in drywall, acoustical ceilings, and plaster. We’re a company driven by passion, innovation and a focus on quality- the same characteristics we look for in our employees.

Job Responsibilities

  • Cut, shape, and assemble wood, composition, brick and/or plastic sections with shop tools and equipment such as planers, jointers, shaper, routers, sanders, and various power saws

  • Prepare structures for finish applications by planning, shaping and sanding; using hand and power tools.

  • Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment

  • Read specifications, blueprints, sketches, building plans, and form drawings to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required

  • Assures that all projects are completed according to code in a timely, neat and safe manner and maintain a clean, organized work area

  • Cleans, maintains, adjusts, calibrates and services equipment used in the performance of duties

About the Job:

  • It is a physical job. Employees must be able to lift, bend, stoop, and stand for the entire work day, heavy lifting (requirement to lift up to 100 lbs. on a continuous basis), and climbing stairs with or without reasonable accommodation(s).

  • The job sites are often not climate controlled and can be hot in the summer, cool in the winter.

  • Rate of pay is determined by skill set and experience and follow the minimum pay scales as determined by the union.

Requirements:

  • All employees are expected to join the union within seven (7) days. (Union dues are paid by you).

  • Unions differ by position (carpenter, plasterer, finisher) and by city.

  • You must provide a copy of your union card if you are currently in the union and if you are not currently in the union you will need to provide the union card within seven (7) days.

  • You are required to provide your own hand tools (at your expense).

  • Power and specialty tools will be provided.

  • All job offers are contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment drug test.

  • High School diploma and/or GED (per union contract) is required.

  • Must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA within three (3) days of start date.

  • Must have reliable transportation.

  • Ability to work a set schedule.

Benefits

  • Union wages and benefits including medical, dental, and pension

  • Safe work environment with endless training opportunities


This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.

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