Becoming a carpenter 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 projected 8% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices earn an average of $58,210 per year in Evanston, WY, with wages increasing with experience and specialization. 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.
JOIN OUR TEAM WE’RE HIRING! All West Communications employees believe that the power of communication can break barriers. We are looking for a full-time Evanston-based Construction Technician. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and detail oriented. Under general supervision, this position assists with: • Installing underground duct, hand holes, and vaults • Maintenance and repair of existing fiber, coax and copper plant • Completing residential and business communications drops Tasks Include: • Driving a company truck • Working closely with others • Manual labor • Shoveling by hand • Plowing, trenching and boring Requirements: • High School Diploma or equivalent • Valid driver license • Good driving record This position is Evanston-based, but will routinely travel to Rock Springs, WY, Kemmerer, WY and Kamas, Utah. All travel time is compensated and in a company vehicle. All West is a drug free workplace, conducting pre-employment and random drug testing. Benefits include medical, dental, short-term disability, life insurance, AD&D, 401k with company match, PTO, paid holidays, and more! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.50 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Tuition reimbursement Compensation Package: • Hourly pay • Overtime pay • Performance bonus Physical Setting: • Construction site Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Experience: • Construction: 1 year (Preferred) • Telecommunication: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Evanston, WY 82930 (Preferred) Work Location: In person
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 About the Company: US Navy Reserve
See More Details >>JOIN OUR TEAM WE’RE HIRING! All West Communications employees believe that the power of communication can break barriers. We are looking for a full-time Evanston-based Construction Technician. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and detail oriented. Under general supervision, this position assists with: • Installing underground duct, hand holes, and vaults • Maintenance and repair of existing fiber, coax and copper plant • Completing residential and business communications drops Tasks Include: • Driving a company truck • Working closely with others • Manual labor • Shoveling by hand • Plowing, trenching and boring Requirements: • High School Diploma or equivalent • Valid driver license • Good driving record This position is Evanston-based, but will routinely travel to Rock Springs, WY, Kemmerer, WY and Kamas, Utah. All travel time is compensated and in a company vehicle. All West is a drug free workplace, conducting pre-employment and random drug testing. Benefits include medical, dental, short-term disability, life insurance, AD&D, 401k with company match, PTO, paid holidays, and more! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.50 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Tuition reimbursement Compensation Package: • Hourly pay • Overtime pay • Performance bonus Physical Setting: • Construction site Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Experience: • Construction: 1 year (Preferred) • Telecommunication: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Evanston, WY 82930 (Preferred) Work Location: In person
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