Field Intern

Job Purpose

The duties of an intern may vary based on the job. The main responsibility is to assist the Carpenters, Foreman and Site Superintendent on site with whatever task is assigned. Learning and per-forming tasks swiftly and efficiently, paying attention, following proper safety procedures and communicating is paramount.

Duties and responsibilities

• Follow all Colt and site specific safety procedures at all times!

• Assist carpenters and foreman on site with tasks as assigned, such as but not limited to: clean-ing, preparing the job site and assisting material deliveries

• Perform basic punch work including installing hold-downs, hangars and other misc. hardware

• Develop proficiencies in the use and care of a circular saw and pneumatic nail guns and hand tools

• Assist with jobsite paperwork

• Communicate with Carpenter, Foreman, Site Supervisor and Project Manager when necessary

• Increase job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities (safety seminars, toolbox talks, industry-related activities)

Qualifications

• Ability to use basic hand and power tools

• Basic understanding of material types and sized (ie. 2x4, 2x6, sheathing)

• Basic job safety knowledge

• Desire to learn more skills and gain more on-site responsibilities

• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

• OSHA 10 hour certification

Working conditions

Full time position, requiring minimum of 40 hours/week - often weekend work may be required, essentially whatever it takes to get the job done. Environmental factors depend on job location but may include extremely cold, extremely hot and humid conditions in an effort to meet client expectations.

Essential Function requirements

Field Interns must have physical strength, hand-eye coordination and endurance. Must also be able to concentrate on their tasks. The ability to understand and communicate information is also essential.

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A Field Intern who exhibits above-average proficiency in the trade and consistently demonstrates initiative, who gets their assignments done properly and who works to in-crease job knowledge and their skills, who has strong communication skills, demonstrates leadership qualities, has a positive attitude about the work they produce, who effectively relays information to employees, who effectively handles the role and responsibilities timely, and accurately may be in line for advancement.