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 a projected 8% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Carlsbad, CA, earn an average of $1,096 per week, with an annual overtime average of $9,438. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $41,748 annually for experienced professionals.
• Cleaning up debris, removing hazards, and preparing work areas for construction activities. • Performing physical tasks as assigned, such as carrying materials, holding items in place, and helping with demolition. • Handing tools to skilled workers, maintaining tools, and cleaning equipment. • Loading and unloading materials like lumber, bricks, concrete, and drywall onto the job site.
See More Details >>Align Builders is on a mission to redefine the construction experience. We are seeking a laborer who possesses strong values, communicates clearly, displays a consistently strong work ethic, and is eager to build lasting relationships. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a growing company with clear focus and purpose. Competencies / Characteristics Required: • Team player with a reputation of hard work and strong personal values • Clearly understands and embraces working together as a team • Humble, hungry, and sharp • Aptitude and passion to learn, listen, and grow • Thinks big picture and long term • Can be trusted to hold themselves accountable and do the right thing even when no one is looking. • Quick to take responsibility and slow to assign blame • Skilled at finding the root of a problem, not just the symptoms. Facilitates remedies that are effective and permanent. Resourceful and proficient at activating paths forward when teams get stuck. • Maintains a positive and professional attitude under pressure • Optimistically fights to find hope and solutions in any situation • Responds thoughtfully instead of reacting emotionally • Can competently interpret plans, specifications, and code • Can adhere to organizational process, protocol • Understands and recognizes quality workmanship • Works diligently and urgently. Skillfully prioritizes their time • Communicates effectively and clearly • Disciplined in managing and executing multiple tasks and assignments Essential Functions and Abilities Required: • Provide full time support to the Project Superintendent with a focus on site requirements, safety oversight, production tracking, infection control containment, site cleanliness/organization, etc. • Organizes and solves critical issues and tasks on a daily basis. • Delivers services with a high standard of quality. • Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment. • Manages the jobsite safety program and keeps all project participants accountable to rules/regulations. • Support Superintendent in communications with trade foremen. • Capable of supporting Superintendent with detailed daily logs and photo logs of all project activities. • Support Superintendent with interim inspections required by jurisdictional authority. • Works with Project Team to maintain and clean and organized project. • Basic building skills such as concrete, rough carpentry, metal stud framing, drywall, etc. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Building Fundamentals – has experience in commercial construction means and methods, including layout, plan coordination, site logistics, and basic trade coordination. • Safety – is competent and knowledgeable of all major construction hazards through past training and experience. Has the ability to effectively identify hazardous conditions and unsafe acts or practices. Education / Experience Required: • A minimum of 5 years of experience as a skilled laborer, foreman, and/or lead carpenter having successfully been involved with projects of at least $1M in value. • Experience in commercial construction, preferably in Health Care (OSHPD), Life Sciences, and Office. • Knowledgeable with framing, drywall, and/or carpentry. • Interpersonal skills – ability to engage with internal team members and trade contractors in a constructive way to overcome obstacles and achieve results Benefits / Location: • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance • Life Insurance • 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account • Health Savings Account • Mentorship Programs • Employee Referral Bonus • San Diego, CA • Full-Time We exist to improve the construction project environment by inspiring people to build together. For more information, visit http://www.alignbuilders.com
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
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