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Commercial Carpenter
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A Carpenter builds and repairs wood frameworks or structures for houses and buildings, or builds and installs wood cabinets, furniture or other fixtures. May specialize in residential, commercial or industrial carpentry.
$51,270 / year median in Texas
+8% projected growth
Job Description
About this role Join a Dallas-based commercial construction crew building rough wooden structures and concrete formwork on active job sites. This role focuses on forming - vertical and horizontal concrete forms, gang forms, blocking, scaffolds and temporary shelters - for commercial projects across the Dallas area. This is physical, hands-on work. Expect early starts, outdoor work in all weather, frequent work at heights, and job-site schedules that may include overtime. Candidates must have several years of commercial carpentry experience and provide their own basic hand tools. What you'll do Build vertical and horizontal concrete forms, gang forms, blocking, Johnny clamp forms, and temporary frame shelters per sketches, blueprints or oral instructions Frame and install scaffolds, tunnel/bridge supports and other temporary structures for concrete work Read and follow drawings, layouts and measurements; measure, mark and cut materials accurately Follow site safety procedures, use personal protective equipment, and maintain a drug-free work environment Perform site cleanup, maintain tools and equipment, and assist other trades as needed Work outdoors in all weather and perform physically demanding tasks at elevated heights What we're looking for 3+ years commercial construction carpentry experience preferred, with proven concrete formwork experience Ability to work at elevated heights and lift materials regularly up to 50 lbs (frequently heavier with team lifts) Must provide and maintain basic carpentry hand tools (hammer, speed square, tape measure, chalk box, pliers, tool pouch, etc.) Ability to read and interpret sketches, blueprints and layout instructions Comfort working outdoors in variable weather and on busy commercial job sites Willingness to follow safety rules, participate in site safety briefings, and submit to drug screening Qualifications OSHA 10-hour card preferred (or willing to obtain) Competent person or scaffold training preferred Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites Ability to pass a drug screen and background check Proven commercial carpentry experience (references available upon request) What we offer Health, dental and vision plan options Retirement savings plan (401k) with employer match Paid time off and paid holidays Overtime opportunities on project schedules Site-specific safety training and certification support Ready to apply? Build your profile. Sam gets you in front of contractors hiring for your trade. Apply Jobs find you Skillit connects craft workers directly with contractors hiring for your trade. No resumes, no chasing listings. Build your profile once and let jobs find you.