NOTE FOR APPLICANTS: Due to shifting priorities, our current need for entry-level or no-experience carpenters is limited. We're prioritizing experienced hires for efficiency. We value personality over portfolio and will offer full benefits, consistent work and job stability for the right fit. GET VETERAN-STYLE BENEFITS + $750 SIGN-ON BONUS NEAR MILWAUKEE One of Southeast Wisconsin’s best carpentry firms has construction entry-level jobs available in the rewarding career of rough and finish carpentry jobs available with full benefits and strong pay. We help you take care of your future with insurance and retirement savings. AM Construction Services, Inc. needs apprenticeship-seeking carpenters with a sense of hustle to fill the demand for quality carpentry work. You won’t just be pushing a broom – we want carpenters who are eager to learn, and we offer paid on-the-job training with one-on-one mentorship. If you’re looking to get your foot in the door of the carpentry industry, AMCSI is your battering ram. We don’t just offer carpenter jobs but a runway to get your career off the ground. There’s no ceiling to your potential at AMCSI, and our quality benefits let you know how committed we are to your future. Our great benefits include: • Paid training • Partial 401k matching • Great insurance START YOUR CARPENTRY CAREER TODAY – BENEFITS FOR CARPENTERS AT AMCSI AM Construction Services, Inc. helps employees with training, requires minimal travel, and we work through the winter. We look after our employees and ensure they have the tools at their disposal to further their career. We offer proactive raises, bonuses, profit sharing and more: CARPENTER EDUCATION We offer classroom education sessions to help you sharpen your abilities and learn new skills. We value your skill set, and will help you improve. A carpenter’s tools aren’t just what he wears around his belt. 401K WITH EMPLOYER MATCHING We want our carpenters to know they aren’t just working for payment today, but also for the future. We’ll help you work toward a stable retirement. WE PAY AS YOU TRAIN We give you the tools to make a future in rough and finish carpentry, and we’ll pay you for it. Our one-on-one training will turn a green carpenter into a pro. Our apprentice-style training is more than just “on the job experience”. HEALTH, DENTAL AND VISION We want our rough and finish carpenters to be healthy and productive, and we offer competitive health, dental, and vision plans to keep them on the job. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY AT AMCSI – WE TRAIN! We like candidates with skills, but all we require for construction entry-level jobs are a good attitude with a willingness to learn and work hard. We treat our employees like family and want to see them succeed. Regardless of ability, our veterans will train rookies to be good carpenters and put them on the road to being masters of the craft. We value personality over portfolio, so the only limit is your eagerness to learn. Our apprentice-style training gives you the knowledge to succeed and hone your skills in carpentry. Advancement to mid level in 2-6 months is possible. Classroom carpentry sessions introduce new techniques, great for even experienced employees to further build their skill set. Get a Start on a Carpentry Career with a Good Company We're searching for dedicated entry-level employees who are ready to make a career in carpentry a reality. The right candidate will get a serious start on a lucrative career as a carpenter with great job stability. If you are a team player ready for stable, consistent work, it’s time to take the first steps. Apply today! CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Core Responsibilities: • Analyze and comprehend blueprints and construction plans • Assemble structural components using nails, screws, and various fastening methods • Ensure the final product adheres to original specifications and aligns with building codes and regulatory standards • Maintain a well-organized job site and handle waste disposal in accordance with guidelines • Diagnose and address any issues, performing necessary repairs or adjustments as required Skills: • Proficiency in reading blueprints • Precision in wood measurement, cutting, and shaping • Application of critical thinking skills • Demonstrated ability to handle multitasking in fast-paced environments Qualifications: • Sense of hustle • Willingness to learn Education Requirements: • High School diploma or GED AMCSI hires carpenters from all over Southeast Wisconsin.
See More Details >>Summary Mortenson is currently seeking a Carpenter Apprentice I, II, III, IV that will be responsible for assisting Journeyman and Foreman Carpenters in the completion of their tasks while learning the trade. Responsibilities • Setup trailers and build temporary structures (decks, stairs, roofs) between office units • Install shelves, setup tool trailers/conex’s, silt fences/straw bales, and setup site per erosion control plan • Hand-set forms and assemble gang forms • Assist journeyman and foreman with shooting grades and elevation • Unload, handle, stockpile, and erect prefabricated materials • Perform concrete and rough carpentry (hand set walls, footings, set gang wall forms, structural concrete decks, drywall, finish carpentry, doors, frames, hardware, millwork, and cabinetry) • Build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels • Perform all other duties as assigned Qualifications • High School diploma or GED required • Currently enrolled in apprenticeship program • Previous experience on a construction site preferred • Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, detail orientation, and effective communication including active listening and openness to diverse input and feedback • 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) • 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. A Few Benefits Offered Include • Mental Healthcare • Service Awards • The Union provides additional benefits to team members in this position through a collective bargaining agreement, including vacation, health, insurance, pension, and job training. 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 >>Starting at $23.80 per hour | First Shift In this fast-paced, high-energy environment where attention to detail is essential, how do we ensure our facilities maintenance is kept up and looking good. As a Carpenter 1 you will identify and complete assigned projects throughout the casino while ensuring all safety policies, procedures, and regulations are followed. While carrying out the job duties listed below, you will contribute to our continued success by demonstrating unsurpassed guest service, a high level of integrity and ethical standards, and personal and professional dedication to our mission, vision, and values. Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential Functions) • Perform rough and finish carpentry, including construction, maintenance, and repair of walls, ceilings, doors, office furniture, restroom partitions, raised access floors, carpeting, and floor tiles. • Previous experience cutting and shaping tiles, preparing surfaces, applying adhesives, arranging tiles according to design plans and applying grout preferred. • Conduct routine inspections of property to identify damage or repairs needed, make recommendations for corrective measures, and perform repairs. • Respond to and complete maintenance and repair requests in a timely, safe, and accurate manner while ensuring high levels of guest service and minimal interruption to business operations. • Coordinate with contractors and other Facilities staff concerning contract installations and repairs at the direction of the Carpentry leadership. • Ensure maintenance tools are in proper working condition and operate equipment safely. Report any unsafe conditions to management. • Ensure adherence with all Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) requirements, as well as the company’s safety policies and procedures. • Assist and perform inspections, repairs, relocation, and installs of gaming equipment. • Assist in maintaining inventory stock by arranging for the purchase of necessary supplies, materials, tools, and equipment. • Communicate any repairs or maintenance that cannot be done during regular working hours to the Supervisor and/or Management and schedule work as necessary to complete. • Perform job duties in full compliance with departmental Internal Controls, policies, procedures, and regulations. • Perform other duties as assigned. Job Qualifications • A high school diploma or equivalent and related technical training are preferred. Two (2) years of related experience is required. Must have experience with and be able to safely use carpentry equipment including but not limited to saws, drills, planers, lifts, and hand tools. • The ability to use basic math skills including adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and counting using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. • The ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics. • The ability to maintain discretion in handling confidential information. • The ability to interact with guests and team members professionally. • The ability to work irregular hours and extended shifts including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays. • While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk, hear, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, sit, and move freely throughout the office and property for duration of scheduled shift. The team member is frequently required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The team member must be able to operate a personal computer. The team member is required to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and up to 100 pounds occasionally, with assistance. Team member must wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing job duties. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Working Conditions The noise level is usually moderate to loud. When on the casino floor, the noise level increases. The facility is not smoke free. While performing the duties of this job, the team member occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and at heights. The team member is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, cold, and vibration. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all qualifications, responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a carpenter in Milwaukee, WI, often begins with a pre-apprenticeship program or trade school, providing foundational skills in framing, safety, and tool usage. Apprenticeships, which typically last four to five years, combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with a projected 8% growth from 2022 to 2032. In Milwaukee, carpenters earn an average of $821.33 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $41,748 annually. Training programs and apprenticeships are available through various vocational schools and unions, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
