At Prendergast Construction, a family-owned and operated company with a 40-year history in the community, excellence isn’t just a goal—it’s our tradition. We take pride in crafting high-quality work and nurturing talent within our close-knit team. If you’re a skilled Carpenter with a commitment to quality, integrity, and growth, we want to build our future together. What We Offer: • Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a starting pay that’s above the local average along with a full benefits package including health insurance, a 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, vacations, and flexible sick time. • Year-Round, Secure Work: This full-time position provides consistent, year-round employment—say goodbye to off-season gaps and hello to a stable career path in a respected local company. • Growth/Opportunity: This position has the potential to allow you to learn other trades or expand on your skills on some highly detailed projects. • Community Impact: Work on meaningful projects right in your local area, knowing you’re contributing to a legacy of craftsmanship and community pride. Position Requirements: • Minimum of Three (3) Years Verified Carpentry Experience: Applicants must provide verifiable work experience that confirms proficiency in both rough and finish carpentry. • MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE VERIFIABLE REFERENCES. • Demonstrated expertise in a broad range of carpentry skills. • Ability to read, interpret, and execute detailed construction documents with precision. • Excellent communication skills and a neat, professional appearance. • A reliable vehicle and a current, valid driver’s license with a strong driving record. • Physical ability to perform demanding tasks consistently (including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, and working on scaffolding and platforms). • Commitment to upholding Prendergast Construction’s high-quality standards. Our Commitment: Prendergast Construction is proud to be an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We value diversity and foster an inclusive work environment where all qualified applicants will receive full consideration for employment, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Must be 18 years of age or older. Additionally, we maintain a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace to ensure the utmost safety and respect for everyone. --- If you’re a dedicated, detail-oriented Carpenter ready to take your expertise to the next level and contribute to a legacy of excellence, we’re eager to meet you. Apply now and start building a solid future with Prendergast Construction! --- More to Explore Looking further into your opportunity with us: How do you feel about working in an environment where your talents are celebrated, and what does long-term growth in your craft mean to you? Perhaps you’re curious about the day-to-day challenges and the projects that have defined our legacy. Let’s discuss how you can make a lasting impact in a company that treats you like family and values the craft of carpentry above all. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday • No nights • No weekends • Year round work Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Since 1963, through the relentless commitment of our talented team members working together to achieve success, Fessler & Bowman, Inc. has grown to become an Engineering News Record Top 100 Specialty Contractor and Top 20 Concrete Contractor in the U.S. Our Culture & Philosophy: Fessler & Bowman is a fast-paced and culture-focused industry leader in specialty concrete and civil earthwork. When we talk about culture at F&B, it is not just a plaque hanging in our lobby. Our values are our driving force and have allowed us to build a phenomenal team delivering best in class products to our customers. • Open & Constructive • Take Pride in Our Product • Relentless Commitment • Care About Our Customers • Team Success Summary: Carpenters for Fessler & Bowman will perform a variety of tasks that assist in the completion of projects. It is crucial to have the skills necessary to work as a valued team member for F&B to provide the type of service our customers have come to expect. To perform this position sufficiently, the employee must be able to perform the following duties satisfactorily. The below descriptions are representative of, but not limited to, the expectations of this role. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Welding, building forms and forming systems for concrete • Operating basic hand tools, small powered equipment, and everything else that a carpenter does in the heavy civil field • Position and secure steel bars or mesh in concrete forms in order to reinforce concrete • Use a variety of fasteners, rod-bending machines, blowtorches, including rod busters • Other duties to be assigned Education, Experience & Qualifications: • Previous knowledge of civil construction, concrete works and steel fixing are essential along with a solid understanding of form-work carpentry • Ability to read blueprints and be proficient in measuring and cutting • Experience building Concrete Forms and Decks desired • Willingness to learn and follow all safety policies and requirements • This position requires climbing, kneeling, bending and crawling often as well as the ability to work on ladders, platforms and mechanical lifts • Must be able to understand English • Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. • Valid Driver’s License required Travel: Travel may be required for this position as the employee must be willing to travel to surrounding job sites. F&B will compensate a per diem for travel and overnight stay if applicable. Work Environment: As a Carpenter, you will be subject to various work environments. Environments include but are not limited to the following: high/low temperatures, areas close to traffic, loud and frequent noises, confined spaces, heights, indoor/outdoor settings. Benefits: Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide non-union Team Members with the following benefits: • Medical, dental and vision insurance • 401k with company contributions Fessler & Bowman Team Members that are part of a union will receive benefits from the appropriate union. Recruitment Process: The recruitment process will include a phone-screen, in-person meeting and a pre-employment background check and drug test. Fessler & Bowman is an Equal Opportunity Employer
See More Details >>Job Duties & Responsibilities • Plan, lay-out, install forms, rebar, embeds, anchor bolts, and concrete in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. • Use appropriate hand and power tools to properly measure, cut, assemble and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts. • Construct built-in-place or prefabricated wooden forms, according to specifications for molding concrete structures. • Erect built-in-place forms or assemble and install prefabricated forms. • Insert spreaders and tie-rods between opposite pieces to maintain specific dimensions. • Anchor and brace forms to fixed objects using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks and timber. • Build wooden structures such as scaffold supports and frame shelters according to specifications and project specifications. • Pour concrete into finished forms to specified textures; vibrate, level, smooth and shape surface of concrete. • Finish concrete surfaces to specifications; remove rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces using power grinder or chisel and hammer and patch holes with fresh concrete or epoxy compound; and install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications. Job Requirements • Minimum 3 years' experience as a Form Carpenter. • Able to comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. The ability to understand information, ideas, direction and then be able to perform the task or project discussed. Also, to be able to ask questions to insure you understand the information given. • Must have a working knowledge of carpenter techniques and methods. • Must have working knowledge of lay-out and verification of finished grades; clearances; fabrication and placement of rebar including proper tying techniques; and placing, finishing and sealing concrete. • Must have experience in erection of all types of concrete structures. BL Harbert International is an EOE/Vets/Disabilities
See More Details >>Becoming a carpenter in Kingsport, TN, typically begins 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 steady growth rate of 1.1% from 2019 to 2024. In Kingsport, TN, apprentices earn an average of $580 per week, with experienced carpenters earning up to $2,600 per week. Trade schools, unions, and local training programs help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse opportunities for specialization and career advancement.
