Carpenter – Custom Homes & Renovations Florence, Alabama Are you the kind of craftsperson who takes genuine pride in doing things the right way? Do you believe that details matter, that honesty isn’t optional, and that a home is more than a structure—it’s someone’s dream? If so, you may be exactly who we’re looking for. About You: You’re an experienced carpenter who thrives on: • Building with precision. You love the satisfaction of clean lines, square corners, and beautiful finishes. • Working with integrity. You don’t cut corners, and you’re upfront when something needs attention. • Seeing through your customer’s eyes. You understand that each project is personal, and you treat it with respect. • Owning your work. You show up on time, prepared, and ready to deliver your best, day after day. What You’ll Do As part of our growing team, you’ll contribute your skills on a wide range of projects: • Custom home builds • Renovations and additions • High-end finishes and framing • Collaborating closely with project managers, suppliers, and fellow trades You’ll be trusted to deliver work that lives up to our reputation—built over three generations—while upholding our core values: • Communication: Consistent, clear, and professional • Honesty: Always truthful with clients and teammates • Competence: No excuses for sloppy work • Profitability: Respecting the value you create • Customer Empathy: Treating every project like it’s your own home What You Bring • 3+ years of hands-on carpentry or related construction experience • Confidence using hand and power tools safely • Ability to read plans and accurately measure (you’ll complete a tape measure test during your interview) • Reliable transportation and consistent attendance (references required) • A positive attitude and commitment to representing our company with professionalism What You’ll Get • Full-time, stable work with a respected local builder • Paid vacation and major holidays • 401(k) with company matching • A supportive, family atmosphere that values your contribution • The chance to build projects you’ll be proud of for years to come Location & Schedule • Location: Florence, Alabama (relocation required before starting) • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts Ready to Build Something Great? If you’re serious about your craft and ready to join a team that recognizes quality, we’d love to talk to you. Apply today—and show us why you’re the carpenter we’ve been looking for. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Health insurance • Paid time off Schedule: • 8 hour shift Application Question(s): • Are you willing to take a drug test prior to accepting a job offer? • Almost all of our work is within a 45 minute radius of Florence, AL. Are you willing and able to commute from your home to the jobsite and arrive at work by 7:00? • Do you have reliable transportation to and from work? • Are you comfortable working on ladders and scaffolds? • Do you have any medical conditions that would inhibit safe working practices on a construction project? • Are you comfortable working outside during hot or cold weather? Experience: • Carpentry: 5 years (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Miller & Miller Inc offers the following benefits to its employees: Paid Holidays Paid Vacation after One-Year of Employment Insurance Health Dental Vision Basic Term Life Voluntary Term Life Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Short Term Disability Accident Cancer Short-Term Disability Direct Deposit Miller & Miller Inc 401(k) Employee Savings PlanQualifications1 year Commercial Construction Carpenter or 3 years Residential Construction Carpenter experience preferred.Bridge experience preferred.Ability to read and follow blue-prints preferred.May be required to work at elevated heights.Position requires use of skill saw, sander and other power tools.Able to stand, stoop, bend for extended periods of time, lift up to 50 lbs. and read a tape.Build rough wooden structures, such as vertical/horizontal forms, gang forms, walls, doors and window framing, scaffolds, tunnel, bridge, or sewer supports, billboard signs, and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or oral instructions.Must adhere to safety protocol, and work in a drug-free environment.Must have means to get to jobWage is negotiated as part of the hiring process and is based on relevant Experience and ranges between $20.00 - $22.00 per hour. Miller & Miller is an EOE M/F/Vets/Disabilities.
See More Details >>Salary : $33,020.54 AnnuallyLocation : Street 4501 Starkey Drive, FlorenceJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 08072025Department: StreetOpening Date: 08/07/2025Closing Date: 8/14/2025 11:59 PM Central Job Summary Individual works under the direction of the Carpenter Foreman and will be responsible for building cabinets, laying tile, painting, hanging sheetrock, laying blocks, brick, pipe, setting forms, pouring and finishing concrete. Individual will also perform other department duties that may be assigned. Essential Duties and Responsibilities and Supervision Required Performs carpenter duties consisting of laying tile floors, hanging sheetrock, replacing windows, hanging doors, painting, building shelves, building simple structures, and other carpentry duties that may be assigned.Assists in demolishing structures.Performs maintenance on other city buildings as needed (Art Center, Popes Tavern, City Hall, Handy Museum, and the Indian Mound).Pours and finishes concrete.Builds highway boxes, inlet boxes, manholes, catch basins, and retainer walls.Operates concrete saws and breakers.Set curb, gutter, and sidewalk forms.Lays storm sewer pipes.Loads and unloads construction materials.Sets grade lines using engineering grade stakes.Reads blueprints for job specifications.Performs projects in a safe, proper, and timely manner.Report problems to the foreman.Perform daily service and maintenance on vehicles and equipment.May be required to work on leaf, brush, and debris removal as necessary.This department may require employees to perform a variety of other assigned duties.Shifts may vary according to the needs of the city. Minimum Qualifications, Experience, Training, & License Individual must have three years experience with city or other organizations with training in concrete/masonry and carpentry work.High school graduate, GED certificate, or equivalent experience.Must have a valid drivers' license but prefer a valid Class B commercial driver's license with air brakes endorsement. Required Knowledge Skills Abilities Ability to climb ladders and work on high structures.Ability and knowledge to use different types of tools associated with this position.Ability to interpret/utilize engineering-grade stakes and blueprints.Ability to operate various equipment pertaining to position duties.Ability to operate various trucks assigned to the Street Department.Knowledge of Street Department rules and regulations.Ability to complete assignments in a timely, orderly, and safe manner with minimum supervision.Knowledge of the City of Florence streets and subdivisions.Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures on the job site and in moving traffic.Ability to maintain a good relationship with co-workers and customers.Ability to read, write, and interpret written assignments.Physical Demands:Ability to work outside in all types of weather.Ability to stoop and bend for a full shift.Ability to push and pull forms.Ability to crawl in and out of manholes, inlets, and ditches.Ability to lift 50 pounds (more on occasion) on a regular basis.Ability to lift and use vacuum and pressure hoses.Subject to be called out in times of emergencies.Equipment/Tools Used:Various carpenter tools (hammer, saws, drills, measuring devices, etc.).Various masonry tools (concrete saw, breaker, finishing, and hand tools).Various painters' tools (brushes, paints, and cleaners)BlueprintsEngineering-grade stakesVarious trucks.Supervision Required: Duties are assigned by the foreman and must be completed with a minimum of supervision and direction. The employee uses their own judgment and skills to perform the job in a safe, accurate, and timely manner. For similar job postings, applications may be used for up to ninety (90) days.The City of Florence, Alabama, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. 01 Do you have a high school diploma or a GED certificate? Yes No 02 Do you have a current and valid driver's license? Yes No 03 Do you have at least three years of experience and training in concrete/masonry and carpentry work? If so, please list the details of your experience and where you obtained it in the text box provided. 04 Do you have any family currently working for the City of Florence? 05 Are you currently an employee of the City of Florence, Alabama? If so, in your current role, what department are you working in and what is your job title? Required Question
See More Details >>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. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average weekly wage for carpenters in Florence, AL, is approximately $1,500, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,900 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
