Experienced carpenter wanted, we are a small construction company with steady work in residential remodeling and renovation Qualified person must be willing and able to do a variety of construction and carpentry skills from demo to finish work. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Experience: • Carpentry: 3 years (Preferred) License/Certification: • Driver's License (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: • Springfield, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>Are you a seasoned Journeyman carpenter that lives in the Springfield, MA area? Come take charge of your career with PeopleReady Skilled Trades. Interested? Apply now to join our pool and be considered for new Journeyman carpentry jobs!As a Journeyman Carpenter with PeopleReady Skilled Trades, you’ll support commercial and industrial projects in multiple locations throughout Massachusetts. In this role, you’ll earn $30-35 DOE, enjoy weekly pay, health insurance benefits and a flexible work schedule.
See More Details >>Location: Springfield, MA Category: Facilities Posted On: Thu Oct 16 2025 Job Description: This position assists and takes direction from carpenters to maintain buildings and related structures applying carpentry techniques and using carpentry tools to construct, alter, repair, and/or install walls, stairs, floors, ceilings, windows, doors, etc., erect and dismantle staging and scaffolding, and perform related work as required. The basic purpose of this work is to perform carpentry work for the maintenance, repair, and/or alteration of state buildings and related structures. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Maintains buildings and related structures applying carpentry techniques and using carpentry tools to construct, alter, repair, and/or install walls, stairs, floors, ceilings, windows, doors, roofs, gutters, locks, air conditioners, mail slots, handicapped chair rails and ramps, shelving, etc. • Performs structural repairs, alterations, or improvement work as needed. • Performs related work such as making window and door screens, drilling holes in signs, cleaning and sharpening various tools and equipment, painting, carpet install, drywall install, and acoustical tile replacement and/or installation. Additional Duties: • Removal and installation of signage. • Removal and installation of flooring types and related flooring components (e.g. carpet, including carpet tiles and broadloom, vct, rubber flooring, stair treads, transition strips, etc.) and preparation of subfloors as needed. • General painting, with proper wall prep. • Responds to daily work orders when time allows. • OSHA Certification (10 or 30 hour) a plus. • Lead Paint Certification a plus. • Familiarity with environmental issues a plus (e.g. asbestos, lead). Job Requirements: • Knowledge of the principles and techniques of carpentry. • Knowledge of and experience with the types and uses of material used in carpentry. • Knowledge of and experience with the safety practices and procedures followed in carpentry. • Knowledge of and experience with the types and uses of safety equipment used in carpentry. • Knowledge of and experience working with small handheld tools such as hammers, saws, screwdrivers, chisels, drills, etc. • Knowledge of and experience working with small measurement devices such as calipers, levels, rulers, steel squares, etc. • Knowledge of and experience working with handheld power tools such as table saws, chop saws, radial arm saws, drills, power hammers, etc. • Ability to follow oral and written instructions. • As a member of the Project Team the primary responsibility will be providing support for special projects. • Must have basic knowledge of building codes and requirements and permitting process. EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position. Additional Information: Salary: $19.00 per hour, Part Time 18.5 hours per week Benefits: No Union: Non Union Grant Funded: No Closing Date: Open Until Filled All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa. INFORMATION AWARENESS SECURITY TRAINING: Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.
See More Details >>Becoming a carpenter typically starts 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 projections indicating an 8% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Springfield, MA, earn an average of $1,511 per week, with an annual overtime average of $48,320. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $83,496 annually for experienced professionals.
