City Construction is dedicated to supporting our employees by providing resources, training, and opportunities to thrive in a safe, collaborative, and fun workplace. We are looking for a full-time commercial Carpenter to join our team. As the carpenter you will be responsible for constructing, erecting, installing, or repairing temporary partitions, rough carpentry tasks such as wood blocking & building parapets, installing casework, the setting of frames, doors and hardware, installation of specialty items, and much more! We are hiring multiple start dates to meet our project needs for 2025. Skills & Qualifications: • High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) • A minimum of six (6) months industry related experience • Ability to perform manual construction work and equipment operation as described • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form • OSHA certification • Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures • Have the ability to work on projects outside of a 60-mile radius from Iowa City • Valid driver's license and Satisfactory Driving Record Benefits to fit your needs: • Competitive pay up to $28 hourly • 401K with a company match • Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance • Short-term and long-term disability insurance • Flex Spending Account • Generous paid time off programs prioritizing well-being and self-care • Well-being and Employee Assistance Program • Incentive Compensation Program • Employee engagement events, professional training and development About City Construction: City Construction has a breadth of experience working in public sector markets with most projects completed in the greater Iowa City and Cedar Rapids Corridor. City Construction’s portfolio includes high-profile projects for hospitals, healthcare, higher education and primary education entities. Founded in 2004, City Construction is a general contractor with an office in Iowa City, Iowa.
See More Details >>Carpenter Journeyman Summary Mortenson is currently seeking a Carpenter Journeyman that will be responsible for providing skilled craftsmanship for installation of formwork, finish carpentry and drywall. Responsibilities • Study blueprints, sketches or building plans for information pertaining to type of material required, such as lumber or fiberboard. Measures the dimensions of structure of fixture to be fabricated • Concrete and rough carpentry • Hand set walls • Footings • Set gang wall forms • Structural concrete decks • Slab on metal deck and grade • Concrete columns • Drywall • Finish carpentry, doors and hardware • Set door frames, hang doors, and install hardware • Finish carpentry: toilet accessories, hand rails, corner guards, toilet partitions, lockers, upper cabinets, lower cabinets, countertops, wall paneling systems, coffered ceiling systems and running trim • Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels • All other duties as assigned Qualifications • High school diploma or GED • Completion of apprenticeship program • Union specific training • Ability to work with precision, visualize solid objects from drawings, read plans, and operate equipment (table saws, radial arm saws, belt & disc sanders, drill presses, fall protection equipment, rigging, and form systems) • Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, detail orientation, and effective communication including active listening and openness to diverse input and feedback • Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements • *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs. • Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice. • Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment. The base pay range for this role is $30-35 per hour. Please Make Note • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. About Mortenson As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. Let’s Redefine Possible® Equal Employment Opportunity Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. Other Items To Note • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
See More Details >>Key Result Areas (essential Functions) • Ensure proper IWP is in place and understood by their crew B. Examine blueprints to determine dimensions of structure C. Lay out floor-plan and cabinetwork using tape, framing square and calipers D. Select materials and structural units, such as lumber, prefabricated doors, cabinets of wood or plastic, paneling, and inspects them to ensure conformance with provisions of building code and local ordinance E. Determine sequence of activities concerned with fabrication, assembly and erection of structure F. Assign workers to such tasks as cutting material to size, building concrete forms, erecting wooden framework, and laying flooring G. Inspect work performed by subcontractors including ductwork, wiring and pipe installations, to ensure conformance with specifications H. Install doors, builds stairs and lays hardwood floors I. Shooting grades and elevations J. Unload, handle, stockpile and erect of all pre-fabricated materials K. Concrete and rough carpentry: 1. Hand set walls 2. Footings 3. Set gang wall forms 4. Structural concrete decks 5. Slab on metal deck and grade 6. Concrete columns 7. Drywall L. Finish carpentry, doors and hardware 1. Set door frames, hang doors, and install hardware 2. Finish carpentry: install toilet accessories, hand rails, corner guards, toilet partitions, lockers, upper cabinets, lower cabinets, countertops, wall paneling systems, coffered ceiling systems and running trim. M. Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance N. Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels O. All other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities • Ability to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy B. Ability to picture solid objects from drawings or diagrams C. Some ability to read plans D. Ability to operate equipment such as: table saws, radial arm saws, belt & disc sanders, drill presses, fall protection equipment, rigging and form systems E. Strong teamwork orientation F. Positive attitude and professional customer service skills G. Detail orientation H. Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a carpenter in Iowa City, IA typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience and classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally span four to five years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. With approximately 352,779 carpenters employed in the United States as of 2024, reflecting a steady 1.1% growth rate from 2019 to 2024, the carpentry trade offers promising opportunities. The average weekly wage for carpenters in Iowa City is around $1,511, with experienced professionals earning upwards of $41,748 annually. Trade schools, unions, and specialized training programs provide pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a rewarding career with significant earning potential.
