Embarking on a career as a carpenter in Wilmington, OH, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with structured learning, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally span four to five years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with a projected 8% job growth from 2020 to 2030. Carpenters in Wilmington earn an average of $1,511 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. Vocational schools, unions, and specialized training programs provide pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a rewarding career with significant earning potential.
Join the Barger Team Build Your Future with Barger Property Services Are you looking for a hands-on career in construction? Barger Property Services is hiring skilled professionals to join our growing team in Wilmington, OH, serving Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to high-quality craftsmanship, teamwork, and professional growth. Finish Carpenter As a Finish Carpenter, you’ll work on high-end projects, handling trim, molding, cabinetry, and custom woodwork to bring homes to life. Responsibilities: ✔ Install trim, molding, cabinetry, and other finish carpentry work ✔ Read blueprints and execute precise measurements ✔ Work collaboratively to complete projects on time Requirements: ✔ 3+ years of experience in finish carpentry ✔ Skilled in using hand and power tools ✔ Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship
See More Details >>Provide quality carpentry skills and craftsmanship on building construction jobs from foundation to rooftop. Performs work from minor repairs to design and remodeling, including providing cost estimates and managing a wide range of building projects Duties and Responsibilities: (*Indicates non-essential function) • Applies design and finish carpentry skills to many projects that may include installation of cabinetry and laminated countertops, shelving, baseboards, cabinets, laminating doors, paneling, etc. This involves selecting materials, providing estimates, purchasing materials after approval, assembly and applying any finish. • Completes rough carpentry projects such as building dumpster enclosures, installing shingles, framing walls, installing drywall, building floors, tile repair, etc. in accordance with local building codes. • Acts as liaison with vendors on remodels and new construction, inspecting vendor quality and assessing performance. • Installs ceiling systems of all types, including textured plaster ceilings, drywall, acoustical drop ceilings, moldings, and plaster ceilings. • Installs all types of windows, both as new construction or replacements. Performs glass repair, cutting and sizing. Builds indoor/outdoor stationary windows. Installs trim, casing, sills, stools and jams. • Completes requisitions and tracks/expedites supplies as needed. Handles and processes Job Tickets calling for basic repairs. Performs various types of basic labor on all college projects as well as room setups and moving offices. • Assists with animal/pest control and operates forklift, snow removal equipment and tractor with bucket. • Attends weekly and monthly meetings. Collaborates with other trades in the design of projects. • Maintains clean and safe worksite both in the shop and at the job site. Ensures that all tools and work vehicles are operated properly and are safely maintained. • Applies basic electrical knowledge to assist electricians as needed, changing outlets, ballast, etc. • May assume responsibility for, or assist with, hardware orders and installation (including locks) in campus buildings, including organizing, cataloging, rekeying and maintaining lock integrity throughout campus. • May assume responsibility for the installation, operation and maintenance of all electronic security (code entry) systems. • May coordinate with Conference Services regarding setups for high school commencements, meeting with school representatives to ensure that their needs are met. • May complete masonry projects, including repairing or pouring pads, sidewalks and vertical structures and laying or repairing block walls and other structures. • May create and edit a visual record of major projects utilizing multimedia technology. • May supervise student workers. • Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • High School Diploma plus technical certification and at least two years of related experience in the skilled trades, or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Strong experience in building trades, including rough and finish carpentry. Experience with electrical or masonry work desirable. • Basic knowledge of electricity, plumbing, architectural hardware, plastic laminate work and drywall finishing. • Willingness to perform all types of basic repairs and projects, including snow removal and room setups, as a member of the maintenance team. • Ability to lift over 65 pounds and to climb and work on roofs and to crouch and crawl in enclosed spaces. • Ability to work safely and productively as a member of the maintenance staff.
See More Details >>Position Is Based In Ohio But Travel Is REQUIRED. Diverse Building Solutions is a rapidly growing construction company located in Wilmington, Ohio. We operate primarily in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Thanks to our exceptional and continued growth, we are looking for a Carpenter to join our team. As a carpenter you will work on a wide range of projects at the direction of your crew lead that include but aren't limited to wood and steel stud framing, wall coverings, trim, flooring, and insulation. When you join the Diverse team, you have the opportunity to advance within a fast-growing company that values self-driven and motivated individuals. Traditional benefits include access to health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, we offer bonuses, paid vacation, paid holidays, paid training, and skill development. We operate year-round and are looking to offer the option to travel out of town for work. Requirements to apply - Skills, knowledge and abilities required for the role of Carpenter - Travel Crew: • Dependable, more reliable than spontaneous. • Detail-oriented, would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture. • Achievement-oriented, enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail. • Ability to work in environments which include dirt, fumes, inclement weather, loud and noisy, and elevated work areas. • Familiar with blueprints. • Read tape measure. • Have professional, effective verbal communication skills. • Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions. • Ability to work well with others. • Good work ethic and self-driven. • Good attitude. • Safety Conscious. • General construction knowledge. • Ability to perform work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. • Must be able to lift up to 50lbs or more depending on materials. • Physical endurance to complete the necessary tasks. • Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, squat, or kneel regularly, as well as climb stairs and ladders to complete tasks. • OSHA 10 is preferred. Job responsibilities and duties to include • Able to identify and complete work in a timely fashion. • Safely operate all tools, including, but not limited to, joiners, shapers, band saws, skill saws, routers, planers, table saws, nail guns, and drills. • Build walls, partitions, stairs, ramps, landings and decks, cabinets, shelves, etc. • Layout, cut, drill, miter, sand and otherwise prepare materials, and to use said materials in the fabrication of various end products, including, but not limited to, lumber, plywood, particle board, plastics, and glass. • Install, apply, maintain, or repair shock-absorbing, light reflective, sound-deadening, and decorative coverings to ceilings, walls, and floors. • Hang and trim windows, doors, cabinets. • Marks cutting and assembly lines on materials. • Assembles cut and shaped materials and fastens them together with nails, dowel pins, or glue. • Erects framework for structures and lays subflooring. • Builds stairs and lays out and installs partitions and cabinet work. • Fits and installs prefabricated window frames, doors, door frames, weather stripping, interior and exterior trim, and finish hardware. • Constructs forms and chutes for pouring concrete. • Maintains a clean work area free of hazards. • Report problem areas and safety hazards. • Performs other related jobs and duties as assigned. Required Tools • Tool belt • Claw hammer • 25' or larger tape measure (Stanley FatMax or similar recommended) • Speed Square • Utility Knife • Chalk Line • Right/Left Hand Tin Snips • Small Pry Bar (One of the clawbar, nail puller/prybar combos) • Drill Bits (T-25, T-20, 1/4" Drive, 5/16" Drive, 3/8" Drive, P2 Phillips, and P3 Phillips) • Small drill bit set Currently our crews work Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm. Schedule is subject to change based on weather, workload or other factors based on business need. Travel is REQUIRED for this position Must be able to pass a drug test, have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record. We look for and reward people who take initiative and are engaged in their work. If that sounds like you, apply now! Pay is based on experience and demonstrated ability.
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