Job Title: Carpenter Job Type: Full-Time Company: United Trades of America Pay Rate: $20 – $30 per hour (based on experience) Job Overview: United Trades of America is currently hiring Skilled Carpenters for a variety of commercial and industrial projects. We're looking for dependable and experienced professionals with a strong background in framing, finish work, and blueprint reading. This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced, high-quality team and grow your carpentry career. Key Responsibilities: • Interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches to understand project specifications • Construct, install, and repair wood and wood-substitute structures (walls, floors, ceilings, doors, etc.) • Measure and mark materials accurately using rulers, chalk lines, and other marking devices • Operate hand tools, power tools, and woodworking machinery safely and efficiently • Collaborate with other trades (electricians, plumbers, laborers) on job sites • Ensure work complies with safety codes and OSHA standards • Keep work areas clean, organized, and hazard-free • Conduct regular quality checks to verify adherence to specifications Qualifications: • Minimum 3 years of experience in carpentry (commercial/industrial preferred) • Strong proficiency in blueprint and technical drawing interpretation • Familiarity with a wide range of carpentry techniques and materials • Physically capable of performing construction tasks including lifting, climbing, and kneeling • Attention to detail, with excellent craftsmanship and problem-solving skills • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation • OSHA certification preferred but not required How to Apply: If you are a motivated and experienced carpenter ready to take on new challenges, we want to hear from you! • Email your resume to: nicki@unitedtradesamerica.com • Apply online through our website for quick processing United Trades of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants must be willing to complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
See More Details >>ABOUT Sailors in the Navy’s Construction Battalion are makers. They’re driven to work with their hands and they know the value of doing a job right the first time. They’re tougher than any task and they’re not afraid to get a little dirty. As part of the Construction Battalion, better known as the Seabees, you’ll be part of a team that crafts the Navy’s infrastructure from the ground up and paves the way—literally—to victory. The mission of the Navy Reserve is to provide strategic depth and deliver operational capabilities to the Navy and Marine Corps team and Joint forces, in times of peace or war. Navy Reserve Sailors seamlessly support and actively aid that mission, all while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world. If you’re interested in becoming an Aircrewman in the Navy Reserve, check out the following careers available in the field. CONSTRUCTION JOBS IN THE NAVY RESERVE BUILDER Gain training for work in a range of trades, such as carpentry, plaster, roofing, concrete, masonry, brickwork, painting, cabinetry and more. CONSTRUCTION ELECTRICIAN Make sure the Navy's power grid stays lit—from the poles and lines outside to the complex electrical and communication wiring inside structures. EQUIPMENT OPERATOR From crane operation to roadbuilding equipment, you can help pave the way for successful Navy missions and earn your operators’ licenses while you do it. STEELWORKER Manage construction operations, craft steel structures, and perform welding, cutting and other specialized metalwork operations. UTILITIESMAN From maintaining heating, air and plumbing systems on Navy bases to rebuilding utilities infrastructure for hospitals in cities struck by natural disasters, it’s up to you to keep vital systems running. PAY & BENEFITS When you serve your country, you become a part of something truly important – and you deserve to be rewarded accordingly. Navy Reserve Sailors enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, from state-of-the- art training to extensive educational assistance, VA benefits and more. In return for your service and dedication, the Navy Reserve provides you with the benefits to succeed in both your military and civilian lives: • Receive 4 days of basic pay for only 2 days worked (16 hours) each drill weekend • Opportunities to acquire new skills and sharpen existing ones, enhancing your civilian career • Educational assistance • Tax-free, worldwide Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for you and your family • VA guaranteed home loans • Low-cost insurance options, including up to $400,000 in life insurance • Travel opportunities • Earn points toward retirement benefits every time you drill • Retirement after 20 qualifying years • TRICARE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Navy Reserve Sailors continue to hold educational opportunities through Tuition Assistance, DANTES and their post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill. Further education opportunities are also available through the US Naval War College and Senior Enlisted Academy, as well as certifications and licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL). QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS • U.S. citizen or equivalent • High school graduate or equivalent • 17 years of age or older General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before. This job requires military service with a contract as a commissioned officer in the Navy. The application is for a specific position within the Navy. WORK ENVIRONMENT Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Sailors in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes. Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $24.00 - $37.00 per hour Bonus amounts may vary based on eligibility Benefits: • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Life insurance • Retirement plan Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>Becoming a carpenter in Bogalusa, LA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, 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 an average annual wage of $41,748. In Bogalusa, LA, carpenters earn an average of $802.96 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
