Carpenter Job located in the Great Barrington & Northampton Area About Us We have been building and remodeling homes and businesses throughout the Berkshires and surrounding areas since 1990. Throughout this time, we have developed a number of relationships with skilled and local artisans, craftspeople, and suppliers. We draw on those connections and many years of experience to provide our clients with the best quality and service possible. At Sacred Oak Homes, we cultivate a collaborative environment to most effectively help our clients realize their building goals. Throughout our projects, we engage in clear and open communication with every member of the team, from the architect and client to the subcontractors and suppliers. We create and maintain an efficient project schedule and bring awareness and mindfulness to all our efforts. The Opportunity In this role, you will work directly under the supervision of a qualified Lead Carpenter and construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, metal studs, and drywall using carpenter's hand tools and power tools, while conforming to local building codes. Responsibilities • Help install foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs using materials such as: wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composites of multiple materials • Assist with fitting and installing window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using a carpenters level, plumb bob, and laser levels • Erect scaffolding, ladders for assembling structures above ground levels. • Position and hold timbers, lumber, or paneling in place for fastening or cutting • Select tools, equipment, and/or materials from storage and transport items to work site • Clean work areas, machines, or equipment, to maintain a clean and safe job site • Hold plumb bobs, sighting rods, or other equipment to aid in establishing reference points and lines • Cut and install timbers, lumber and/or paneling to specified dimensions, and drilling holes in timbers or lumber • Sand surfaces to remove ridges, tool marks, glue, or caulking Qualifications • Minimum of 7 years carpentry experience • Eagerness and willingness to learn • Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as ability to complete a company specific safety orientation • Be able to work harmoniously as part of a team. • High standard of integrity and professionalism • Strong communication skills
See More Details >>Carpenter Location: Northampton Type: Temp to Perm Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment, from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester, and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety, and Sales. We are currently working with a Housing Association looking for a carpenter based in Bedford. Day-to-Day Responsibilities for the Carpenter: • Carrying out general maintenance in domestic properties • Providing good customer service, meeting and greeting tenants • Using a PDA for reporting and communication Benefits for the Carpenter: • Van and fuel card provided • Power tools provided • PPE provided • Weekly pay Please apply or contact Josie Lee at Build Recruitment for further details. We will take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role, take references, and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK. We work with a wide variety of clients in both the public and private sectors, and will work with you to identify roles that match your skills, experience, and personality. Once we submit you for a role, you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process. Our commitment is to be your career partner—identifying suitable jobs, providing support, career guidance, and regular salary benchmarking. The ideal candidate would have experience as a maintenance operative, multi-skilled operative, multi-trade operative, carpenter, joiner, UPVC specialist, plumber, plasterer, handyman, or similar, with experience in social housing, housing associations, domestic, or council properties, or MOD (Ministry of Defense). Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for temporary workers and an Employment Agency for permanent vacancies. We are an equal opportunities employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Becoming a carpenter in Northampton, MA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with a projected 8% job growth from 2022 to 2032. In Northampton, apprentices earn an average of $1,511 per week, with an annual overtime average of $48,304. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $83,496 annually for experienced professionals.
