Becoming a carpenter typically starts with an apprenticeship or vocational training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with a projected 8% job growth from 2022 to 2032. In Abilene, TX, apprentices earn an average of $500 per week, with an annual overtime average of $26,000. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Home Builders Institute help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $40,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Job Title: Crate and Pallet Builder - 1099 contractor job Company Overview D-Riven Engineered Solutions is a niche engineering company dedicated to designing, engineering, and integrating innovative equipment for the industrial and automotive sectors. Our commitment to creativity, teamwork, and professionalism drives us to tackle our clients' challenges head-on while ensuring safety and efficiency in every project. Job Summary (as defined by a contract). A Crate and Pallet Builder is responsible for assembling, repairing, and maintaining wooden or plastic pallets used for storage and transportation. This role requires the use of hand tools, power tools, and machinery to construct durable pallets according to company specifications. As a 1099 contractor, you will supply your own tools. You will be paid $20.00 per hour for 40 hours plus 10 hours overtime pay, working a total of 50 hours per week. This assignment has a start date of 4/7/25 and lasts for approximately sixty (60) days. Key Responsibilities: • Assemble wooden or plastic pallets using hand tools, nail guns, and saws. • Repair damaged pallets by replacing broken boards and reinforcing weak areas. • Measure and cut materials to the correct dimensions. • Operate machinery such as saws, drills, and staplers to construct pallets. • Load, unload, and stack pallets in an organized manner. • Inspect pallets for defects and ensure quality standards are met. • Maintain a clean and safe work environment. • Follow company safety guidelines and wear protective equipment as required. Qualifications & Skills: • Previous experience in carpentry, woodworking, or pallet manufacturing is a plus. • Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively. • Physical strength and stamina to lift heavy materials and stand for extended periods. • Attention to detail and ability to follow assembly instructions. • Strong work ethic and reliability. Work Environment: • May work in a warehouse, production facility, or outdoor environment. • Exposure to loud noise, dust, and heavy machinery. • Requires lifting, bending, and standing for long hours. Job Type: Contract Pay: $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 50 per week Schedule: • 10 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday • Weekends as needed Application Question(s): • Are you authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship? • Are you located in the Abilene, Texas area? • Are you experienced in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively? • Are you experienced in operating saws, drills and staplers? • do you have experience building large crates and pallets to ship equipment? Experience: • carpentry, woodworking or pallet manufacturing: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Overview The Carpenter is responsible for performing a variety of carpentry duties as assigned. Carpentry services include, but are not limited to, the design. construction, installation and repair of wooden fixtures and structures such as cabinets, furniture, shelving, doors, plaques, and other custom wood products. Other duties include, but are not limited to, framing and finish work, painting, staining. etc. Monitors subcontractor performance as assigned, conducts jobsite troubleshooting and performs primary project layout and carpentry production 1. High school diploma or GED required with four years of prior experience. 2. Ability to read and understand architectural drawings. 3. Ability to construct metal framing partition walls, to include drywall finishing and painting to a level 5 finish. 4. Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment. 5. Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade. 6. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. 7. Records maintenance skills. 8. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. • *Abilities** 1. Lifts at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period of time. 2. Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance. 3. Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders. 4. Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis. 5. Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English. 6. May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools. 7. Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. 8. Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. 9. Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). 10. See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). 11. Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Overview The Carpenter is responsible for performing a variety of carpentry duties as assigned. Carpentry services include, but are not limited to, the design. construction, installation and repair of wooden fixtures and structures such as cabinets, furniture, shelving, doors, plaques, and other custom wood products. Other duties include, but are not limited to, framing and finish work, painting, staining. etc. Monitors subcontractor performance as assigned, conducts jobsite troubleshooting and performs primary project layout and carpentry production 1. High school diploma or GED required with four years of prior experience. 2. Ability to read and understand architectural drawings. 3. Ability to construct metal framing partition walls, to include drywall finishing and painting to a level 5 finish. 4. Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment. 5. Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade. 6. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. 7. Records maintenance skills. 8. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. • *Abilities** 1. Lifts at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period of time. 2. Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance. 3. Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders. 4. Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis. 5. Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English. 6. May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools. 7. Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. 8. Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. 9. Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). 10. See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). 11. Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
See More Details >>Mid-Continental Restoration Co., Inc. is accepting applications for construction laborers in the Abilene, TX area. Mid-Continental Restoration Co., Inc.is a leading contractor in exterior building repair, restoration, waterproofing and masonry. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Fort Scott, Kansas, we are 100% Employee Owned and have offices strategically located to serve the Midwest from North Dakota to Texas. We have established a reputation of professionalism by developing some of the finest craftsmen in the trade who have been delivering on-time execution of commercial repair projects for over 75 years. Mid-Continental Restoration provides career opportunities for those who want to work hard and learn the specialty trade of exterior building repair and restoration. Starting Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour, depending on experience. Job Summary Performs many tasks involving physical labor. Responsible for keeping crew members supplied with materials, tools, etc. Responsible for general site clean-up. Job Requirements • Travel throughout territory to assigned projects • Keep crew members supplied with necessary materials, tools, ice water, etc. • React promptly when responding to the needs of crew members • Mix mortar per job requirement • Lubricate, clean, fuel and oversee operation of equipment • Operate variety of hand and power tools • Organize and maintain job site trailers, trucks and gang boxes • Inventory tools and equipment to insure they are returned to trailers, trucks and gang boxes at the end of each work day • Inspect all returned tools and equipment at the end of each day for damages • Insure all locks are secured at the end of each work day • Understand and follow MCR and OSHA safety policies and applicable laws • Achieve production rates and quality standards as set forth by the industry and MCR • Use measuring tape accurately to the nearest fraction of an inch • Help monitor pedestrian traffic near work zone • Work high above the ground from a variety of scaffolding, lifts and rooftops Benefits You will find a professional atmosphere and benefits you've probably never seen before in a construction company. • Exceptional Medical Insurance • Paid Time Off • Travel Reimbursement Program that includes Lodging and Meals per diems • Travel required, but home on weekends • Dual Retirement Programs (Employee Stock Program and 401k with company match) • Paid Training • Red Wing Boot Program • Annual Bonus Program • Wellness Program • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Short-Term Disability • Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance • Cancer Insurance • Accident Insurance Mid-Continental Restoration Co. proudly supports Affirmative Action and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Vet/Disability encouraged to apply. This Employer Participates in E-Verify. Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify
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