Journeyman- T Bar Installers $36-$38 hr

$74,880 - $79,040/Yr

Heartland Acoustics & Interiors - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Los Angeles, CA

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The Journeyman position at Heartland Acoustics & Interiors involves the installation of various types of suspended ceilings and related components. The role requires a skilled individual with experience in commercial ceiling acoustics, who can work independently and provide guidance to apprentices. The company values employee growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Install wire, grid, and acoustical tile for suspended ceilings following company policy, industry standards, and manufacturer guidelines.
• Accurately measure height, width, length, and other proportions for installations.
• Perform basic material take-off to ensure proper material selection and quantity needed.
• Work with blueprints or instructions from supervisors to perform proper layout for installations.
• Utilize appropriate tools to build or repair structural components using materials such as wood, metal, plastic, fiberglass, and drywall.
• Join materials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesives and ensure everything is level and secure using levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and lasers.
• Install all types of ceiling grid systems, including standard, slotted, and specialty products.
• Inspect drywall partitions, mechanical mountings, and masonry surfaces for plumb and level using a laser level.
• Hang or mechanically fasten support wires for acoustical ceiling grid from building structure.
• Provide training and support to Apprentices and other Journeymen in safe work habits and company policies.
• Maintain company equipment and tools, ensuring they are used as intended and perform preventive maintenance as required.
• Ensure compliance with company safety procedures and policies.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Maintain records of tasks and material quantities and complete all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ability to work overtime, including nights and weekends, and varying work schedules.
• Attendance, punctuality, and reliability are essential responsibilities.

Requirements

• Three years of experience as an Apprentice in commercial suspended ceiling installation.
• Excellent understanding and practical experience in installing suspended ceilings.
• Knowledge and experience working with carpentry tools and building materials.
• Ability and knowledge to train direct reports in the installation of suspended ceilings.
• Knowledge and understanding of construction safety devices and PPE.
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain plans to direct reports.
• Ability to communicate assignments in English to direct reports.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience and knowledge of acoustical ceiling products.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• AFLAC, FSA, and HSA options
• Concierge assistance for personal work/life balance
• Metlaw legal assistance
• Paid time off
• Company-paid long-term and short-term disability
• Matching 401(k) plan