Amentum is seeking a Carpenter for multiple OCONUS locations contingent upon award. The Carpenter is responsible for performing skilled carpentry work, including the construction, installation, and repair of structures and fixtures. Essential Responsibilities • Execute carpentry tasks such as repairs, installation of floor and ceiling tiles, walls, masonry work, locksmithing, and cabinet making. • Operate small power tools and machinery as required. • Read blueprints and perform material take-offs from prints. • Provide leadership and communicate effectively with customers and subordinates. Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required • High school graduate or GED equivalent. • Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or vocational program for a journeyman carpenter with eight (8) years of experience. • Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs. • Two (2) years of supervisory experience. • Willingness to work rotational shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays as required. • Required clearances are site-driven. Must possess a SECRET security clearance at the start of the contract and obtain the appropriate clearance within eight (8) months of contract award. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands Carpenters work in various environments, handling physical tasks such as lifting and using tools. Mental demands include problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication and leadership. Other Responsibilities: Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
See More Details >>About the Role As a Carpenter at Ace Handyman Services, you will possess a good overall knowledge of all trades from Carpentry, Tiling, Painting, and Drywalling to light Plumbing and Electrical. Key Responsibilities: • Possess a good overall knowledge of all trades from Carpentry, Tiling, Painting, and Drywalling to light Plumbing and Electrical • Own standard set of tools to perform all of the trades • Display excellent customer service skills, including solid communication and interpersonal abilities
See More Details >>Requirements Must have working knowledge of multiple phases of construction Minimum 2 years experience in any or all areas listed 1. Framing 2. Drywall 3. Electrical 4. Plumbing 5. Finish Carpentry Basic Carpentry tools (We have a tool buying program if needed) Utilize varies hand tools & power tools to repair and erect structures Good attitude, ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines Valid drivers licenses Benefits & Perks : Full time work 40 hours a week (Monday through Friday only) Paid Mileage Paid Holidays Paid Vacation & Sick Days Paid Overtime Medical & Dental Plans 401k Always paid on time (No cash flow issues)
See More Details >>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. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average annual salary of $41,748, translating to approximately $803 per week. In Arlington, VA, carpenters earn an average of $651.32 per week, with an annual overtime average of $5,957. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
