Read all information below before submitting an application.
What to Expect Working at CAT5 Builders
While "Builders" is in our name we are a predominantly manufacturing business. We take our two raw materials, coiled steel & magnesium oxide board, and fabricate light gauge steel wall panels, roof trusses, floor trusses and any other components required in the building process. This all takes place within our shop so we can fabricate rain or shine. That being said, certain projects will require our crews to be flexible as they may need to erect structures within the field assisted by heavy equipment. You can expect your work time to be split between the shop and field depending on the projects currently in progress.
Requirements for Employment
  • Ability to be on your feet for most of the day. Unassisted by cane, crutches, or other mobility assistance.
  • Reading and speaking English.
  • Reliable transportation to and from our shop. (Transportation to and from job sites will be provided)
  • Lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • Corrected vision.
  • Work clothing, thick pants, long sleeve shirts, and closed toe shoes (steel toes preferred). 
  • Ability to work safely and recognize safety hazards.
  • Ability to be sober throughout the working day, (no alcohol use, no marijuana use, or other mind altering drug use). Medication on case by case basis.
The CAT5 Builders Interview process involves three parts.
  • The first part is a panel test where we will provide you with tools, safety equipment, and a sample panel with the plans required for assembly. You will be given 30 minutes to assemble the panel or until you give up. (Note: This is for us to see how well you can read and understand plans, failure to assemble complete this panel is NOT an automatic failure). Wear work clothes that include long pants and closed toed shoes during this part of the interview.
  • The second part of the interview is the tape measure and fractions test with 30 minutes to answer 20 questions. Working at CAT5 Builders requires measuring and cutting and you will need to know how to read a tape measure down to 1/16th of an inch as well as adding and subtracting measurements. Knowing how to read a tape measure is required for employment​, adding and subtracting fractions is a skill that will be required to be learned during employment.  
  • The last part of the interview involves an in-person interview with one of the office staff members. It can range from 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on you and your skills. An offer may be given directly following the interview or delayed several days and given via a phone call.
For Online Applications
Step 1: Download the above application.
Step 2: Print and fill out application.
Step 3: Scan or take high quality images of the application (blurry or hard to read applications will not be accepted.)
Step 4: Email filled out application to [email protected] with the subject as "Employee Application - Your Name - Date" and your name, telephone number, and contact information within the body of the email.

Example:
Subject: Employee Application - John Doe - 6/19/2024 
To: [email protected]
Attachment: Application.jpg

This is my email application.
John Doe
(340) 123-4567
[email protected]
For In Person Applications
Step 1: Download the above application.
Step 2: Print and fill out application.
Step 3: Deliver completed application to our shop mailbox at,
416 Prince St. Frederiksted VI. 00840
Step 4: Inform someone in shop or ring doorbell and someone will receive your application. If shop doors are closed or after hours, leave application in the mailbox with mail flag open.

NOTE: DO NOT WALK INTO THE SHOP EVEN IF THE CHAINS ARE DOWN AND DOORS ARE OPEN. WE WORK WITH SHARP AND HARMFUL MATERIALS AND IT IS A SAFETY HAZARD. IF YOU WALK INTO THE SHOP WITHOUT BEING INVITED IN, YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Note: Incorrectly filling out or submitting applications may not be considered.