Greywolf Cabinets and More is seeking a reliable Carpenter to join our team. We are a custom carpentry business committed to providing high-quality craftsmanship and excellent service. Responsibilities may include: • Performing a variety of carpentry tasks including framing, finish carpentry, installing doors and windows, cabinets, decks, stairs, and other projects as needed. • Taking accurate measurements and ensuring precise cuts and installations. • Working independently and as part of a team to complete projects efficiently and to a high standard. • Maintaining a clean and safe work environment. • Adhering to all safety regulations and procedures. Requirements: • Some experience as a carpenter • Strong knowledge of carpentry techniques and materials. • Ability to read and understand technical documents (such as cabinet drawings). • Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills. • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship. • Must have own reliable vehicle and valid driver's license. • Own basic set of hand tools is preferred. We Offer: • Competitive pay based on experience and skills. • Opportunity to work on interesting and diverse projects. • A supportive and positive work environment with growth opportunities. To Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by sending your resume and a brief letter to email or calling Clay at (979) 393-8459. Please include "Experienced Carpenter Application" in the subject line of your email or mention it when you call. We look forward to hearing from you!
See More Details >>About the position Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company, emphasizing the importance of its team members as the key to success. The company is committed to providing the necessary tools, training, and time for employees to perform their jobs productively while ensuring they return home safely each day. The goal is to build strong teams that contribute to building strong communities. Currently, Knife River is seeking a skilled bridge carpenter to join their team in Bryan, Texas. This position involves constructing rough wooden structures, including concrete forms, scaffolds, tunnel and sewer supports, and temporary frame shelters, based on sketches, blueprints, or oral instructions. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. The bridge carpenter will be responsible for examining specifications to determine the dimensions of structures, measuring and cutting materials, and assembling components to create sturdy and reliable structures. The role requires a solid understanding of construction plans and the ability to use and maintain power equipment effectively. Candidates should be prepared to work flexible hours, including overtime, and must adhere strictly to safety policies and procedures. Knife River values diversity and encourages women, minorities, and veterans to apply, recognizing the transferable skills from military experience that align with the bridge carpenter position. Responsibilities • Examine specifications to determine dimensions of structure. , • Measure boards, timbers, or plywood using square, measuring tape, and ruler, marking cutting lines on materials using pencil and scriber. , • Saw boards and plywood panels to required sizes. , • Nail cleats (braces) across boards to construct concrete supporting forms. , • Brace forms in place with timbers, tie rods, and anchor bolts for use in building concrete piers, footings, and walls. , • Erect chutes for pouring concrete. , • Cut and assemble timbers to build trestles and cofferdams. , • Dig or direct digging of post holes and set poles to support structures. , • Examine structural timbers and supports to detect decay, replacing timbers as required using hand tools, nuts, and bolts. , • Understand and comply with all Company Safety policies and procedures, ensuring proper safety scaffolding and equipment is in place while performing job duties. , • Secure and put away all tools, equipment, and materials at the end of each work day. , • Perform other duties as instructed. , • Maintain timely and regular attendance. Requirements • Have a valid Driver's License (preferred). , • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical. , • Must meet Knife River-South employment standards regarding background/MVR checks. , • Have basic carpentry skills. , • Have previous bridge carpentry/construction experience (preferred). , • Be able to read construction plans. , • Must have proper knowledge of using and maintaining any type of power equipment required to fulfill job description and possess the appropriate tools of the trade. , • Must be able to work overtime and be flexible with hours (daytime/nighttime). , • Ability to work outside in all seasons. , • Must have a 'safety first' attitude with strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures. Nice-to-haves • Experience in construction engineering or related military roles (e.g., Army Construction Engineering Technician, Marines Basic Engineer, Construction, and Equipment Marine, Navy Builders). Benefits • Paid Holidays , • Paid Time Off , • Medical Plans with GENEROUS Employer contributions and funding , • Health Savings Account , • Prescription Card , • Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care , • Dental , • Vision , • Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance , • Company Paid Short Term Disability Income Replacement , • Company Paid Long Term Disability Income Replacement , • Profit Sharing , • 401(k) with Company Match , • Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents , • Critical Illness Plan , • Accident Coverage Plan , • Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan , • Travel Insurance , • Access to Legal Advice
See More Details >>Perform tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy construction projects, tunnel and shaft excavations, and demolition sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, clean up rubble and debris. May assist other craft workers. Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials. Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards. Control traffic passing near, in, and around work zones. Lubricate and clean equipment and tools. Must have a valid Driver's License, CDL a plus. Job Requirements It is occasionally necessary to crawl, kneel & balance. It is frequently necessary to reach above shoulder level, crouch. It is continuously necessary to bend, squat, push/pull equipment. It is occasionally necessary to climb. In an 8 hour day, the employee can expect to stand about 4 hours and to walk about 3 hours. Frequently be required to carry loads up to and including 24 lbs. Frequently be required to lift loads up to and including 24 lbs. The job requires repetitive movement of both feet. Simple grasping with both hands is necessary. Fine manipulation with both hands is necessary. Firm grasping with both hands is necessary. Requires being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature/humidity, driving automotive equipment, exposure to dust, fumes, and gases. VEVRAA Federal Contractor Request Priority Referral of Protected Veterans EOE Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Disabled We do not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, or national origin or because he or she is an individual with a disability or disabled veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or thereinafter referred collectively as "protected veterans."
See More Details >>Becoming a carpenter in Bryan, TX typically starts 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. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with a steady growth rate of 1.1% from 2019 to 2024. Apprentices earn an average of $458 per week in Bryan, TX, with an annual wage of approximately $23,816. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $51,933 annually for experienced professionals.
