Embarking on a career as a carpenter in Oneonta, NY, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under seasoned 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. Apprentices in New York earn an average of $307 per week, with experienced carpenters often surpassing $41,700 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild offer pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for project execution and completion as assigned by Carpenter Supervisor. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Skilled and professional completion of projects, such as decks, concrete walks, installing new windows and doors, renovations of kitchens and baths, or any other assigned project. • Maintain clean and safe work areas, and minimize the peripheral impact of project activity by constructing work zone barriers. • Implement strict safeguards to prevent non-facilities staff from having access to project equipment or project related conditions of peril. • Oversee equipment and tools to ensure they are kept in proper order and well maintained. • All other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS • High School Diploma or GED required, Associates Degree in construction related trade preferred. • Minimum 3 years’ experience in carpentry required, 5 years’ of experience preferred. • Plumbing and electrical knowledge preferred. • Must be able to work a flexible schedule • Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills. • Must be able to work in a team setting as well as independently as required. • Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software and e-mail applications, especially Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word; have the aptitude to learn other computer software as necessary. • Ability to lift up to 80 pounds in a safe manner. • Meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required. Springbrook is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Springbrook to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, age, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity or expression, disability, military or veteran status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, traits historically associated with race and/or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>About the position Tom Howard Construction Inc is seeking experienced carpenters and laborers to join their busy construction team. The role involves working independently on various construction tasks, including reading blueprints and installing doors, windows, and flooring. This position offers year-round work with local projects primarily within a half-hour radius of Oneonta, NY. Responsibilities • Work independently on construction tasks , • Read and interpret construction prints , • Install doors, windows, and flooring , • Ensure quality and accuracy in construction work Requirements • Experience in carpentry or laboring , • Ability to work independently , • Understanding of construction details , • Proficiency in reading blueprints Nice-to-haves Benefits • Competitive pay based on experience , • Year-round work , • Local projects within a half-hour radius of Oneonta, NY
See More Details >>Salary Ranges from $17.00 - $19.00 per hour depending on Experience and Qualifications. Position Summary Assist in timely and on budget completion of building projects assigned by the department head. To protect the safety of the individuals we support and staff, Springbrook requires new employees to be current on all recommended vaccinations, including but not limited to: COVID-19. Primary Duties & Responsibilities • Needs may include but are not limited to: Assist carpenter in construction projects, such as decks, concrete walks, providing new openings for installing doors and/or windows. • Remodeling projects such as bathrooms, kitchens, and office spaces. • Maintain clean and safe work areas. • In charge of equipment and tools, to ensure they are kept in proper order and well maintained. • Provide a safe environment for residents & staff by constructing a work zone barrier to minimize peripheral impact from construction activity and to restrict access to power equipment by non-facilities personnel. • All other duties as assigned. Qualifications, Skills & Knowledge Requirements • High School Diploma or GED required • 1-2 years' experience in carpentry preferred. • Must be able to work a flexible schedule • Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills. • Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software and e-mail applications, especially Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word; have the aptitude to learn other computer software as necessary. • Ability to lift up to 80 pounds in a safe manner. • Meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required.
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