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 an average wage of $508.50 per week in El Paso, TX. The carpentry trade in El Paso is expected to grow by 2% from 2022 to 2032, with trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild helping aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $58,210 annually for experienced professionals.
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America Job Summary Plan, lay-out and perform all types of Carpentry work in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision. Key Responsibilities 1. Eliminate WASTE such as waiting, rework, transporting, material storage and time. 2. High proficiency in all related trade mathematics. 3. Inspect subordinates work, ensure accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications, explain deficiencies and take any necessary corrective action. 4. Look for opportunities for improvement in all tasks, means and methods regarding the work and be willing to learn from others and continually seek opportunities to share knowledge and teach others. 5. Maintain positive working relationships with all members of the crew. 6. Produce high quality work, safely and productively at all times. 7. Provide feedback to ensure all materials, tools, equipment and information is available for the work. Minimum Job Requirements 1. Must be able to read and understand drawings, specifications, safety and quality standards and effectively utilize all trade tools and equipment relevant to the work. 2. Must have a minimum of one year (level I), two years (level 11), three years (level 111) and four years (Sr.) experience in the industrial/commercial construction industry and have an in-depth understanding of the carpentry trade. 3. Possess effective verbal and written communication skills. Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements 1. Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.) 2. May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis 3. May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis 4. May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors 5. Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures 6. Must be able to move in and around confined spaces and uneven areas. 7. Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis 8. Will climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds. 9. Will lift, push or pull objects up to 50Ibs. on an occasional basis 10. Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions. Safety Level Safety-Sensitive Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws. Benefits: Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly) Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting after 60 days of continuous employment Sick Leave and Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Workplace Wellness Programs Mental Health Program Life and Disability Insurance Employee-Owner Perks Educational Assistance Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
See More Details >>Tradesmen International - [Handyman / Craftsman] As a Carpenter at Tradesmen International, you'll: Install foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs using materials; Fit and install window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using a carpenters level, plumb bob, and laser levels; Erect scaffolding, ladders for assembling structures above ground levels.
See More Details >>General description: The Concrete Carpenter will perform a variety of carpentry tasks. This individual will work with others and will be under the direction of a Foreman for the successful completion of each building. This person works very diligently with their hands and pays close attention to detail. Tasks include erecting and setting forms for concrete structures, foundations, buildings, and site work per specifications and drawings. This may include concrete tilt-wall forms, symon forms and/or structural forms for columns, decks, elevator cores, parking garages and other cast-in-place concrete structures. Responsibilities • Fabricate and assemble tilt up panels. • Able to form footings, column pads and other structural concrete. • Install and align embedded items such as anchor bolts, inserts and lifting hardware. • Assist with layout as needed. • Strip forms after panels are poured. • Maintain and keep track of tools. Requirements • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings. • Physical strength and stamina to perform tasks as needed. • Knowledge of tilt up panels and the process (preferred) • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation • Able to work weekends if needed. • Able to provide basic hand tools for carpentry. • OSHA Certification or willingness to obtain one. Working Conditions • Work outside in various working conditions. • Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
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