Embarking on a career as a carpenter in Montgomery, AL, often begins with apprenticeships that blend hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span four to five years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average annual wage of $41,748, translating to about $803 per week. In Montgomery, AL, carpenters can expect to earn around $433.75 per week, with an average annual overtime of $1,954. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild offer pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $85,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Job Description ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BD+C, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity and Community, Hensel Phelps brings our clients' visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property. Any Employment Offers are Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following: • Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility • Substance Abuse Screening • Physical Exam (if applicable) • Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable) Position Description This position constructs and repairs building frameworks as well as structures. Stairways, doorframes, partitions, rafters, cabinetry, siding, and drywall are a few examples of the types of onsite tasks this position is responsible for completing. Carpenters pay great attention to project detail and have a strong understanding of wood and metal properties. Carpenters are also required at various times to do virtually all the carpenter support activities performed by laborers. This is a safety sensitive position. Essential Duties • Assist with assembly and removal of concrete forms used for concrete installation. • Assist with building and installing window‐frames, doors, doorframes, staircases, stairways, partitions, millwork, trim, siding, drywall, and overall building frames. • Ensure that layout of flooring, roofing, and drywall are leveled and compatible. • Read blueprints, drawings, and sketches to fully grasp project requirements. • Measure and calculate the size and amount of material needed. This includes cutting, shaping, and smoothing wood or other required materials according to requested measurements. Assist with handling, transporting, and setting door frames. • Load, unload, identify and distribute building materials, machinery, and tools. • Job shadow in area assignments to ensure project knowledge and skill progression. • Assist with area housekeeping. • Promote a safe work environment and communicate jobsite hazards. This includes helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored. Auto req ID 443917BR Minimum Education Required High School/GED Job_Category Construction Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities • Position Qualifications: • High School Diploma or GED. • Valid Driver’s License required. • Follow safe work practices in accordance with the Hensel Phelps safety and health program. • Must be able to take initiative and ask questions. • Possess a keen attention to detail and be able to follow instructions. • Workers must provide their own safety footwear. • Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers and stakeholders. • Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills. • Must be reliable and punctual. This includes having reliable transportation and consistent work attendance. Preferred Qualifications • Experienced in construction layout, blueprint reading and shop drawing reading. • OSHA 10 Certification. • CPR & First Aid Certification. Benefits Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our full-time employees. This position is eligible for company-paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, and our employee assistance program (EAP). Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment). City* Montgomery State* Alabama Job Code Construction1 Construction Affiliate Sponsor Hensel Phelps
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See More Details >>**Description** • *Any Employment Offers are Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:** + Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility + Substance Abuse Screening + Physical Exam (if applicable) + Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable) • *About Hensel Phelps:** Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BD+C, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity and Community, Hensel Phelps brings our clients' visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property. • *Position Description:** This position constructs and repairs building frameworks as well as structures. Stairways, doorframes, partitions, rafters, cabinetry, siding, and drywall are a few examples of the types of onsite tasks this position is responsible for completing. Carpenters pay great attention to project detail and have a strong understanding of wood and metal properties. Carpenters are also required at various times to do virtually all the carpenter support activities performed by laborers. This is a safety sensitive position • *Position Qualifications:** + High School Diploma or GED. + Valid Driver’s License. + Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Carpenter. + OSHA 10 Certification, preferred. + CPR & First Aid Certification preferred + Demonstrated leadership skills. + In depth carpentry knowledge. + Experience using and maintaining power tools and small hand tools. + Must be able to take initiative and ask questions. + Possess a keen attention to detail and be able to follow instructions. + Workers must provide their own safety footwear. + Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers and stakeholders. + Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills. + Must be reliable and punctual. This includes having reliable transportation and consistent work attendance. + Experienced in construction layout, blueprint reading and shop drawing reading, preferred. • *Essential Duties:** + Oversee and assist with the assembly and removal of forms that are used for the concrete installation. + Use assorted power tools and small hand tools, including ten-pound sledgehammers, shovels, picks, handsaws, skill saws, and drills to assist with a variety of worksite projects. + Responsible for reading blueprints, drawings, and sketches to fully grasp project requirements and assigning teams appropriately. + Responsible for material management including inventory, distribution, and placement. + Monitor project performance and report to management with updates. + Coordinates with other trade partners’ foreman and superintendents as necessary. + Promotes a safe work environment and communicates jobsite hazards including helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored. + Promotes a safe work environment and communicates jobsite hazards. This includes helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored. • *Benefits:** Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our full-time employees. This position is eligible for company-paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, and our employee assistance program (EAP). Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment). • *Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer:** Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) • *Description** • *Any Employment Offers are Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:** + Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility + Substance Abuse Screening + Physical Exam (if applicable) + Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable) • *About Hensel Phelps:** Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BD+C, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity and Community, Hensel Phelps brings our clients' visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property. • *Position Description:** This position constructs and repairs building frameworks as well as structures. Stairways, doorframes, partitions, rafters, cabinetry, siding, and drywall are a few examples of the types of onsite tasks this position is responsible for completing. Carpenters pay great attention to project detail and have a strong understanding of wood and metal properties. Carpenters are also required at various times to do virtually all the carpenter support activities performed by laborers. This is a safety sensitive position • *Position Qualifications:** + High School Diploma or GED. + Valid Driver’s License. + Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Carpenter. + OSHA 10 Certification, preferred. + CPR & First Aid Certification preferred + Demonstrated leadership skills. + In depth carpentry knowledge. + Experience using and maintaining power tools and small hand tools. + Must be able to take initiative and ask questions. + Possess a keen attention to detail and be able to follow instructions. + Workers must provide their own safety footwear. + Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers and stakeholders. + Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills. + Must be reliable and punctual. This includes having reliable transportation and consistent work attendance. + Experienced in construction layout, blueprint reading and shop drawing reading, preferred. • *Essential Duties:** + Oversee and assist with the assembly and removal of forms that are used for the concrete installation. + Use assorted power tools and small hand tools, including ten-pound sledgehammers, shovels, picks, handsaws, skill saws, and drills to assist with a variety of worksite projects. + Responsible for reading blueprints, drawings, and sketches to fully grasp project requirements and assigning teams appropriately. + Responsible for material management including inventory, distribution, and placement. + Monitor project performance and report to management with updates. + Coordinates with other trade partners’ foreman and superintendents as necessary. + Promotes a safe work environment and communicates jobsite hazards including helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored. + Promotes a safe work environment and communicates jobsite hazards. This includes helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored. • *Benefits:** Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our full-time employees. This position is eligible for company-paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, and our employee assistance program (EAP). Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment). • *Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer:** Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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