Opportunity available for an experienced concrete form carpenter. This individual must observe all Boh Bros. safety protocols and be drug-free. Must have consistent and reliable transportation to and from job site, located in the Shreveport / Bossier City area. Duties include but are not limited to building and manipulating large wooden concrete forms, large concrete steel forms, boards, planks, and plywood, cutting materials, hauling materials, hand grinding, checking string lines, preparation for concrete placement and dismantling after concrete placement, housekeeping at job site, checking safety protocol, beginning of shift set-up and end of shift clean-up, etc. Must be able to work in a team setting with other craft workers engaged in heavy construction activities. Ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions, cold, heat, humidity, on rough terrain, frequently at heights and in excavations, able to work at various job sites and locations assigned, able to read a tape measure, and understand directions. Also may be exposed to hazards associated with but not limited to dust, odors, fumes, noise, and vibration hazards. Able to work with various types of hand tools such as drills, power saws, hammers, and wrenches. Must have experience in the road or industrial construction field, working outdoors in extreme weather conditions, able to read blueprints, perform simple mathematical equations, read a tape measure, and understand directions. Some knowledge of rigging and crane signaling required. Must be devoted and reliable. Boh Bros. is a union contractor. All wages and benefits are determined by the union agreement. All new hires will be paid 90% of the journeyman scale for the first 300 hours of employment.
See More Details >>Salary : $3,410.00 - $6,136.00 MonthlyLocation : Bossier City, LAJob Type: ClassifiedJob Number: 4/152527/C-CM/07.02.2025-PTDepartment: DOTD-Engineering & OperationsDivision: District 4 - Bossier CityOpening Date: 07/02/2025Closing Date: 7/17/2025 11:59 PM Central About this JobPlease visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:This position will perform a broad range of maintenance, construction, and repair of buildings and grounds, rest areas. pump stations, and reinforced PC concrete roadway structures throughout the seven (7) parishes located in District 04. Minimum Qualifications Two years of experience or training in the carpentry trade.Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:The purpose of this position is to perform a broad range of maintenance, construction, and repair of buildings and grounds, rest areas, pump stations, and reinforced PC concrete roadway structures throughout the seven (7) parishes located in District 04. Work may be performed in or out of doors in various weather conditions or at different heights, depending on the nature of each assignment. Work may also involve bending, stooping, lifting or climbing. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties with minimal to no supervision on a daily basis. This position participates in the DOTD Structured Training Program as appropriate and attends all continuing education classes deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of the required task.50% The Master Carpenter is a position that is to perform all general repairs to facilities, buildings, interiors, exteriors, all types of furniture, wooden items and fixtures, etc. Builds high quality bookcases, tables, lockers, cabinets, museum cases and fixtures. Sands finishes, refinishes, varnishes and stains all types of furniture and other finished articles of wood. Measures and precisely cuts a variety of artificial mate rails such as plastic, particle-board, Formica etc. Canes and upholsters furniture. Makes knives to produce special moldings and operates a planer, shaper, jointer, and work lathe, drill press, mortising, boring, and tensioning machines, jig saws, rip saws and cut-off saws. Installs and fits fine trim workaround lights, electrical fixtures, doors, windows and other outlets. Estimates time and material for carpentry projects to be completed. Inspects and approves work of contractual employee's. Lays out, surveys and constructs all manner of detailed carpentry projects from shop drawings or blue prints. Installs and repairs locks. Finishes high grade carpentry projects. Mortises doors and other construction related detailed work. Lays out and installs all types of floor tile including resilient tile. Estimates supplies needed for completion of specified projects. Provides guidance for subordinate Carpenters and trades personnel as needed. Keeps all types of records as required by supervisory personnel. Oversees apprentice training. Performs other duties as needed to insure the smooth flow of work within the job unit. Other work includes, but is not limited to repair, alterations or maintenance of buildings and all related structures, including, but not limited to, the inspection of buildings, grounds, and equipment to determine appropriate action needed for various types of repairs and/or maintenance work with little to no supervision and is expected to make daily decisions with little to no supervision. This position is also responsible for all carpentry work on buildings, interiors, exteriors, fixtures, cabinetry, windows, furniture, concrete forms, trim ceilings, partitions and any other carpentry type work that is needed. This also includes the forming, pouring of catch basins as well as other roadway draining structures and wrecking the forms of these structures.30% The Master Carpenter position will also be required, to fit, cut, and fasten all types of wall covering with paneling, sheet rock, plywood, etc.10% The Master Carpenter position will also be responsible to makes repairs to water and gas lines, installs various plumbing fixtures, and performs plumbing work as needed.5% The Master Carpenter position will be required to make minor repairs to all equipment as needed for proper maintenance on all equipment. May make requisitions for supplies and materials, may estimate labor and materials and may train or aid in training new and lower level employees, as needed.5% The Master Carpenter position may be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.Position-Specific Details:Appointment Type: Probational or PromotionalWork Schedule: Work hours are 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Thursday, off on Friday.Compensation: The starting salary for Carpenter is $19.67 hourly.The starting salary for Carpenter Master is $21.05 hourly.How To Apply:No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.Please list all work experience on your application. Failure to include all work experience may affect your eligibility for this position.DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM #59 Workforce Development on training guidelinesA valid Louisiana Class "D" Chauffeur's License is required."The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.""Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here."For further information about this vacancy contact:Roy NugentRoadside Development District Coordinator318-549-8325Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:Insurance Coverage More information can be found at Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found at Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.Retirement- State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others01 To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LA-DOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members? 02 What are your career interests? 03 Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee? Yes No 04 Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana? Yes No 05 If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA". 06 Are you a permanent LA-DOTD employee? 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See More Details >>KLX Energy Services LLC provides a broad range of technical solutions and equipment to our customers. We provide the right people, best equipment and most convenient locations to deliver expert energy services for every phase of the wellsite. This includes drilling, completions, re-fracing, production, workover, and plug and abandonment. From technical services and wireline to rentals and accommodations, we keep our customers operations running economically, effectively and safely. At KLX, you'll work side-by-side with devoted professionals. You’ll enjoy the benefits of a strong and evolving company; such as excellent compensation and benefits packages, limitless opportunities for professional growth, and a voice in shaping our future. All while working in an environment that emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and professionalism. We are currently seeking a Service Technician/Carpenter for our Bossier City, LA location. PURPOSE: Performs physical tasks in the shop, warehouse, or on a wellsite; expected to have a working understanding of operations in order to effectively communicate with clients, rig up/down equipment, and maintain well-site rental equipment and accommodations. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES: • Rigs up and down well site surface rental equipment and accommodations. • Coordinate on-site installation of accommodations and equipment. • Install semi-permanent water and sewer systems • Perform minor electrical work for vacuums, pumps, light plants, generators, and housing • Maintains communication with customer and site leader; advises customers on repair/replacement options; acts as a liaison between sales and operations personnel and customers on product and product installation issues. • Inspects, rebuilds, operates, tests, and troubleshoots equipment. Monitors, evaluates and adjusts processes or equipment to maximize quality and efficiency. Operates equipment and materials following OEM guidelines as well as standard operating procedures. Completes records and associated documentation. All duties are performed in accordance with applicable safety guidelines, as well as appropriate processing standards. • May operate heavy machinery if properly certified. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Less than High School Education Work Experience: 0-2 years Supervisory Experience: Not Applicable Related Experience: • Expected to have a working knowledge of carpentry tools and material in order to safely construct, modify, and maintain site structures that support daily operations. • Ability to communicate and interpret a variety of oral and written instructions • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving history PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School Diploma/Equivalent Work Experience: 0-2 years Supervisory Experience: Not Applicable Related Experience: • Relevant experience as a service technician in the oil and gas industry • General knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, and electrical troubleshooting and repairs • Current relevant HSE certifications • Class A CDL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Precise hand/eye coordination: Constantly Basic keyboarding or other repetitive motions: Frequently Operation of heavy equipment or operation of vehicles: Occasionally Lifting/pushing objects weighing over: > 50 lbs: Occasionally Climbing and working in awkward and cramped positions: Frequently Other: • Employee lifts/carries 82lb occasionally • Employee's position requires pushing a maximum force of: 72 ft./lbs. • Employee's position requires pulling a maximum force of: 72 ft./lbs. • Ability to walk and stand on concrete and uneven surfaces • Exposure to inclement weather, bright lights, loud noise, dust, gas, and/or fumes EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average annual wage of $41,748 in 2025, translating to about $803 per week. In Bossier City, LA, carpenters can earn up to $199 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $800 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and projected job growth of 8% from 2020 to 2030.
