Full-Time
Construction Repair Technician
UFP Industries
1,001-5,000 employees
Manages packaging, construction, and retail subsidiaries
Compensation Overview
$22 - $28/hr
Lafayette, CO, USA
In Person
Requires approximately 80% local travel from Colorado Springs to Wyoming; no overnight travel is required.
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- Experience in wood-framed construction, carpentry, or a related field is preferred.
- Strong understanding of framing methods and construction practices.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and plans is preferred.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment safely.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Effective communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Willingness to travel locally to job sites as needed.
- Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to stand, bend, climb, work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and safely navigate active construction sites.
- Perform on-site repairs for wood-framed structures, including walls, floors, trusses, and other framing components.
- Diagnose construction issues and determine appropriate repair solutions in the field.
- Complete hot shot deliveries of materials, tools, and components to job sites as needed.
- Interact professionally with customers, superintendents, and project stakeholders to assess issues and communicate repair plans.
- Ensure repair work meets company quality standards, building codes, and safety requirements.
- Document repairs, materials used, and job-site conditions accurately.
- Coordinate with operations, sales, and dispatch teams to ensure timely resolution of field issues.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work vehicles in safe and operational condition.
- Follow all safety policies and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Assist with general job-site support tasks as needed.
- Self-motivated and dependable.
- Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.
- Team-oriented with a commitment to customer satisfaction.
- Adaptable and able to respond quickly to urgent repair needs.
UFP Industries manufactures and distributes wood and wood-alternative products for the packaging, construction, and retail markets across four continents. The company operates through specialized subsidiaries that transform raw materials into finished goods, such as structural components for buildings and custom crates for shipping industrial equipment. Unlike many competitors that focus on a single niche, UFP Industries uses a vast global footprint to serve multiple industries simultaneously, reducing its reliance on any one economic sector. Its goal is to provide a steady supply of essential materials to global clients by leveraging its large-scale manufacturing and logistics network.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Muscle Shoals, Alabama
Founded
1955
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 13, 2026 South Carolina packaging plant adds 136 jobs and capacity.
- April 6, 2026 MoistureShield acquisition doubles composite decking capacity by 2027.
- John Rock and Berry Pallets acquisitions deepen pallet density, supporting national packaging accounts.
What critics are saying
- Q1 2026 revenue fell 8%; Edge volumes dropped 20% after Bonner closures.
- Packaging and construction remain cyclical; 2025 sales fell to $6.32 billion, margins compressed.
- Persistent pricing pressure and weak demand force closures, restructuring, and acquisition dependence for growth.
What makes UFP Industries unique
- Three segments balance retail, packaging, and construction across North America and abroad.
- Deckorators owns Surestone technology and MoistureShield assets, expanding branded outdoor-living capabilities.
- UFP’s scale turns low-margin lumber sourcing into high-volume, value-added manufacturing and distribution.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Company News
UFP Industries announced plans to build a new manufacturing facility in Cherokee County, South Carolina, expanding its Structural Packaging capacity. The project represents an investment of approximately $5.31 million in real property, machinery and equipment, and is expected to create 136 new jobs over five years. The facility will manufacture custom wood packaging products for industrial customers with highly technical needs across the Southeast and beyond. UFP Packaging serves industrial, manufacturing and logistics customers with structural packaging, pallet solutions and protective packaging. The South Carolina location will position UFP Packaging closer to important industrial customers and transportation corridors whilst increasing production flexibility across its national manufacturing network. The project remains subject to customary approvals and finalisation of related agreements.
UFP Industries faces challenges despite its 4.9% free cash flow margin, according to StockStory analysis. The building materials company has seen sales decline 6.2% annually over two years, whilst earnings per share contracted 1.8% annually over five years. Its eroding returns on capital suggest aging profit centres. By contrast, Tutor Perini shows stronger fundamentals with a 12.4% free cash flow margin. The construction company achieved 17% annual revenue growth over two years, whilst earnings per share surged 102% annually. Its free cash flow margin improved by 12.9 percentage points over five years. Korn Ferry also demonstrates solid performance with an 11% free cash flow margin. The consulting firm posted 10.1% annual revenue growth over five years and 26.9% annual earnings per share growth over two years. It maintains an industry-leading 19% return on capital.
UFP Industries has acquired the operating assets of John Rock, a new pallet manufacturer, for approximately $48 million. The deal expands PalletOne's geographic reach in the northeast United States and strengthens UFP Packaging's ability to serve national customers. John Rock, a Kamps Pallets subsidiary, manufactures new pallets across Pennsylvania and Virginia. UFP is purchasing three of four locations: Coatesville, Pennsylvania; Mifflintown, Pennsylvania; and Bowling Green, Virginia. The acquisition adds approximately $82 million in annual sales and nearly 250 employees. The acquired operations will be integrated into PalletOne's existing manufacturing network, creating opportunities for improved efficiency and growth with national customers. UFP Industries CEO Will Schwartz said the transaction strengthens the company's core packaging business and positions it for long-term growth in a strategically important region.
UFP Industries acquires Berry Pallets for about $20 million
UFP Industries reported Q4 revenues of $1.33 billion, down 9% year on year and missing analysts' expectations by 5%. The building materials company, which serves construction, retail and industrial sectors, delivered the slowest revenue growth amongst nine tracked building materials stocks. The quarter proved disappointing, with significant misses on both revenue and adjusted operating income estimates. CEO Will Schwartz noted markets are stabilising despite soft demand, adding the company remains "cautiously optimistic" for 2026 after navigating a challenging 2025. Building materials stocks collectively missed revenue consensus estimates by 1.2% in Q4, with share prices falling an average of 10% since earnings. UFP Industries has declined 13.4% since reporting and currently trades at $92.09.