We are seeking a skilled and reliable Residential Carpenter to join our construction team. The ideal candidate will have experience in framing, finishing, and general carpentry work, with a strong understanding of building plans and safety protocols. You’ll play a key role in building, repairing, and renovating residential structures, ensuring quality craftsmanship in every detail. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Morning shift • Weekends as needed People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Experience: • Carpentry: 2 years (Preferred) Language: • English (Required) License/Certification: • Certification in Carpentry (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Springfield, MA 01105 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Springfield, MA 01105: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person
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See More Details >>h2About the Department/h2pu*strongPlease note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date./strong*/ubrbrstrongAPPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE/strongbrstrongApplicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules./strongbrbrResponsible for carpentry related maintenance and repair of City buildings. Work is performed under supervision of a Foreman in accordance with accepted trade practices with review through inspections during process and upon completion for conformance to established departmental standards. Supervision may be exercised over assigned helpers.br /ph2Position Duties/h2pul liConstructs, alters, and repairs City structures. liRepairs and maintains doors, hinges, drywall, suspended ceilings, tile, outside decks and stairs. liBuilds offices, classrooms, closets through framing, dry walling and trimming. liInstalls whiteboards, shelving and overhead screens. liPerforms related work as required./ul/ph2Minimum Qualifications/h2pul liConsiderable knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, equipment processes, and techniques of the work performed. liConsiderable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in work performed. liSome knowledge of the fundamentals of a variety of skilled trades. liAbility to work from written and oral instructions, sketches, and drawings. liAbility to supervise the work of assigned helpers. liSkill in the use and care of tools, equipment, and materials employed in the work performed./ul/ph2Other Qualifications/h2pul liHigh school diploma or equivalent, including or supplemented by training in a specialized trade. liMinimum of three years of experience in the work performed/ul/p h2About the Department/h2pu*strongPlease note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date./strong*/ubrbrstrongAPPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE/strongbrstrongApplicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules./strongbrbrResponsible for carpentry related maintenance and repair of City buildings. Work is performed under supervision of a Foreman in accordance with accepted trade practices with review through inspections during process and upon completion for conformance to established departmental standards. Supervision may be exercised over assigned helpers.br /ph2Position Duties/h2pul liConstructs, alters, and repairs City structures. liRepairs and maintains doors, hinges, drywall, suspended ceilings, tile, outside decks and stairs. liBuilds offices, classrooms, closets through framing, dry walling and trimming. liInstalls whiteboards, shelving and overhead screens. liPerforms related work as required./ul/ph2Minimum Qualifications/h2pul liConsiderable knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, equipment processes, and techniques of the work performed. liConsiderable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in work performed. liSome knowledge of the fundamentals of a variety of skilled trades. liAbility to work from written and oral instructions, sketches, and drawings. liAbility to supervise the work of assigned helpers. liSkill in the use and care of tools, equipment, and materials employed in the work performed./ul/ph2Other Qualifications/h2pul liHigh school diploma or equivalent, including or supplemented by training in a specialized trade. liMinimum of three years of experience in the work performed/ul/p
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.
