JOIN OUR TEAM! POSITION: Journeyman Carpenter LOCATION: Houston PAY: $28-32/hour BENEFITS: Weekly pay, health insurance, and more! PeopleReady Skilled Trades (PRST) is gearing up for the new year and hiring Skilled Carpenters to get ready for multiple upcoming projects. As experienced Carpenter with PRST, you'll support commercial and residential projects throughout Houston. In this role, you’ll earn $28 - $32 an hour, enjoy weekly pay andhealth insurance benefits. Plus, unlock meaningful prizes with our Respect the Craft recognition program designed to help tradespeople grow and thrive. PRST is your source for continuous job opportunities within the trades. Our job is to connect you with reliable, safe work that gives you the ultimate flexibility to build your own path. Whether you’re new to the trades or a seasoned pro, take charge of your career with PRST. Interested? Apply today!
See More Details >>Department: Minor In-House Construction Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education Description: Under direct supervision, constructs, installs, repairs and renovates structures and fixtures of university offices, suites and laboratories. 1. Reads and interprets blueprints, drawings and instructions to build, maintain and repair various types of facilities and structures. 2. Performs demolition of offices, classrooms, and labs prior to renovations. 3. Designs and builds custom cabinets, shelving and furniture, such as plastic laminate, drawer glides, adjustable shelves, cabinet locks and latches. 4. Constructs walls using both metal and word stud framing; installs drywall, tapes and floats. 5. Paints facility and/or structure per specifications. 6. Constructs, erects, installs and repairs door frames and closures, mortises door hinges. 7. Designs, installs and modifies suspended ceilings; designs and/or constructs lay out design for ceiling tiles and installs the tiles and acoustical grid. Works with other departments in designing light layouts and location of drops. 8. Cuts and lays vinyl composition floor tile, sheet vinyl, rubber floor tile; applies and cuts ceramic tile on walls and floors. 9. Installs and cuts glass in doors, windows, office partitions, fire hose cabinets etc. 10. May serve on special task force during periods of emergency, such as floods, storms, hurricanes, etc. 11. Performs other job -related duties as assigned. MQ: Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED. Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience. Requires a valid Texas Driver's License. Additional Posting Information: • Experience will be considered in lieu of education. All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.
See More Details >>The Opportunity Stellar Home Maintenance is interviewing experienced carpenters to provide repair & installation services for occupied rental properties. We handle finding the work for you, scheduling, routing, billing, and invoicing. You handle making the repairs and providing a great experience for the resident. We have openings for well rounded individuals with the tools/skills to work on any of the following: • Interior/Exterior Door Repair & Install • Interior Trimwork • Door Hardware Repair & Install Requirements: • Able to provide truck and tools • Pass Background Check • Valid Drivers License & Auto Insurance • 3+ years experience preferred Company: • No referral or lead fees associated with taking our work • This is a 1099 contractor position • We leverage our own app for assigning and completing work orders The Pay: • The labor payout for each work order is dependent on the scope of work. • Stellar collects a nominal marketplace fee for each completed work order. • Pay is by direct deposit on a NET7 or NET30 basis.
See More Details >>Becoming a carpenter in Houston, TX, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending 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, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average annual salary of $41,748, translating to about $802 per week. In Houston, carpenters earn an average wage of $375.46 per week, with an annual overtime average of $1,942. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $83,000 annually for experienced professionals.
