ASLLC - STRUCTURAL ASSISTANT
Atlantic Structural is a leader in the structural repair, leveling and building elevation business in Maine, having been recognized by Maine Preservation as a leading resource in the building preservation and structural repair field in the Down East and Midcoast regions. We are growing rapidly and have major projects scheduled into 2025 across both residential and historic coastal properties. There is considerable room for career advancement - we endeavor to be a completely employee-owned and operated company with multiple pathways for growth and skill development.
This is a unique entry-level opportunity for those interested in joining the Building Trades and Structural Services Industry. We will provide extensive on-the-job training across a wide range of construction tasks and techniques, including timber framing, shoring, concrete formwork, metal fabrication, excavating/earth-moving, structural stonework, and foundation repair.
Within your first 12-months with Atlantic Structural, you will work extensively with our Project Manager to develop and refine carpentry and general construction skills suited specifically to the building preservation/repair field. With active, hands-on training, you will learn how to identify and assess structural defects, develop solutions to address those defects, and implement a comprehensive repair plan alongside our Lifting and Structural Teams. The breadth of experience we offer is truly unmatched and will establish a firm foundation for your future career in the building trades, with further opportunities for advancement within our company as we grow.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Be a professional, honest, and trustworthy ambassador of Atlantic Structural, yourself, and your colleagues;
+ Learn to identify, document, and address the scope and extent of structural defects;
+ Work alongside the Structural and Lift teams to determine and implement effective repair strategies;
+ Perform carpentry-based repair tasks with precision and attention to detail;
+ Install formwork, piers, columns, shear supports, posts/capitals, various joints, and other structural operations utilizing appropriate fasteners, best-practices;
+ Excavate around foundation footings and for appropriate drainage measures;
+ Construct and install French drains, storm drains, sump pumps, and drainage fields as needed;
+ Construct concrete formwork for pouring new foundation walls and footings;
+ Install cribbing, steel beams, and bracing in preparation for building lifts;
+ Maintain a high level of craftsmanship and adherence to company performance standards;
+ Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.
REQUIREMENTS:
+ Reliability, integrity, and desire to learn;
+ Knowledge of construction materials, tools, and techniques;
+ General familiarity with common construction principles and best practices;
+ Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills;
+ Ability to work well in a team and communicate respectfully;
+ Strong attention to detail;
+ Valid driver's license and reliable transportation;
+ Ability to pass a background check;
+ Ability to lift and move objects weighing 50 lbs.
PREFERRED:
+ 1-3 experience as a carpenter or carpenter’s helper;
+ Experience with excavation, hardscaping, or erosion control, including arborist work, equipment operation, or exterior stonework;
+ Experience working with timber, concrete, or steel building materials;
+ Comfort level driving 1-ton trucks & handling trailer loads;
+ General familiarity with building layouts and terminology;
+ Personal initiative and ability to complete tasks with minimal oversight.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
+ We offer a very competitive compensation package based on experience and merit, as well as:
+ Workers’ compensation
+ Paid ferry/island transport when required
+ Regular team-building lunches and other events
+ Potential profit-shares dependent on meeting annual company objectives
REPORTING:
This position reports to the Project Manager, who will provide needed guidance and support through training and development. You will learn from experienced professionals.
CONCLUSION:
If you are a Laborer, Carpenter, or a Carpenter's Helper who is looking for an opportunity to solve problems while developing your expertise, we hope you'll consider joining the Atlantic Structural team.
EEOE - We will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, sexual orientation, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or because such person is a recipient of federal, state, or local public assistance, or a United States military veteran. We advance and compensate solely on the basis of merit.
