Summary We’re looking for an experienced carpenter to join our team and help us create the next generation of beautiful designs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in carpentry, as well as experience with a variety of tools and techniques. He or she will be able to work independently, as well as take direction from our lead carpenter. Duties & Responsibilities: • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements • Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools • Study specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required • Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws • Assemble and fasten materials to make framework or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue • Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level • Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, carpenter’s hand tools, or power tools • Finish surfaces of woodwork or wallboard • Install trim pieces such as moldings, casings, or baseboards. • Hang drywall sheets, apply plaster or other compounds, and sand seams between sheets to prepare wall surface for painting or wallpapering • Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, millwork, and hardware • Plan and lay out work to sequence and alternate finish installation, considering appearance, access, and structural support Required Skills and Qualifications • Proven experience as carpenter • Solid understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction • Excellent mathematical skills and understanding complex plans and drawings. • High attention to detail and accuracy • Good physical strength, stamina, and coordination • Ability to work long hours standing, bending, and stooping. · 3-5 years experience in construction and or carpentry work. Preferred Skills and Qualifications • Leadership and supervisory experience • Project management experience • Working knowledge of CAD software and other computer programs · Cabinet making and wood product experience a plus. · Certification from a vocational school or apprenticeship program Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Position: Facilities Carpenter I This position is responsible for performing technical duties in support of the construction, repair, and maintenance of City facilities. An incumbent in this position may progress with time in grade and a demonstrated increase in skill levels to a Facilities Carpenter II. • Participates in the renovation and remodeling of existing structures to include demolition, framing, drywalling, painting, installation of ceiling and flooring, and installation of windows and doors. • Purchases materials according to City policy and procedures, as needed, to complete work projects. • Performs woodworking construction to include building desks, tables, bookshelves, cabinets, signs, etc. • Primes, paints, seals, and waterproofs surfaces of existing structures, both interior and exterior surfaces, pressure washes sidewalks, decks, walls, etc. • Assists technicians in the installation, repair and maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other building systems. • Assists in new construction to include the framing and laying out buildings, installing decking, roofing, drywall, doors, and windows, etc. • Processes and completes work orders in the computer system accounting for labor and materials. • Operates city vehicles to work sites, etc. • Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION • Knowledge of building maintenance principles and practices. • Knowledge of wood, masonry, and metal construction. • Knowledge of building codes and ADA requirements. • Knowledge of carpentry practices. • Knowledge of facility construction, repair, and maintenance principles. • Knowledge of computers and job-related software. • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and blueprints. • Skill in the use of tools, both hand and power tools. • Skill in the operation of motor vehicles. • Ability to solve problems and exercise critical thinking. • Skill in interpersonal relations. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The Facilities Supervisor (Construction) assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with City procedures and the precision of the results with the initial request. GUIDELINES Guidelines include building codes, ADA requirements, contract specifications, and both City and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and explicit but may require interpretation in application. COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK • The work consists of related technical duties. The variety of tasks to be performed contributes to the difficulty of the work. • The purpose of this position is to support in the construction, maintenance, and repair of City facilities. Successful performance in this position contributes to the efficient and effective sustainment of those facilities. CONTACTS • Contacts are typically with coworkers, vendors, contractors, and the public. • Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide service. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT • The work is typically performed while standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts both light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color and utilizes a sense of smell. Incumbents need full use of lower extremities and back muscles to push, pull and/or lift to 50 pounds, work on ladders, and in elevated lifts, in confined, tight or high places and locations. • The work is typically performed in an office, stockroom, warehouse, and outdoors and can be performed in adverse, cold or inclement weather to include potentially hazardous conditions. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc. SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY None. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS • Graduation from a standard senior-high school or GED equivalent, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), and • Two (2) years experience in routine construction (framing and laying-out buildings, installing doors…
See More Details >>Construction Laborer Job Overview We are seeking a skilled Construction Laborer to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess excellent physical stamina and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. ">Responsibilities: • Assist construction/paving crew with various duties including shoveling, raking, and operating wheelbarrows. • Signal operators to facilitate alignment and movement of materials. • Dig, spread, and level construction materials as needed. • Lift, carry, and hold materials, tools, and supplies. Maintain a safe working environment by following all company policies and regulations.
See More Details >>Becoming a carpenter typically starts with a combination of vocational training and apprenticeship, which provides hands-on experience and 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 wage of $41,748, translating to $802.85 per week. In Dothan, AL, carpenters earn an average of $298.67 per week, with an annual overtime average of $1,542.72. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
