Carpenter Jobs in California

About Hensel Phelps

At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Job Description

This position constructs and repairs building frameworks and structures. Stairways, doorframes, partitions, rafters, cabinetry, siding, and drywall are a few examples of the onsite tasks this position is responsible for completing. Carpenters pay great attention to project detail and have a strong understanding of wood and metal properties. Carpenters are also required at various times to perform virtually all of the carpenter support activities performed by laborers. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with assembly and removal of concrete forms used for concrete installation.
• Assist with building and installing window-frames, doors, doorframes, staircases, stairways, partitions, millwork, trim, siding, drywall, and overall building frames.
• Ensure the layout of flooring, roofing, and drywall is level and compatible.
• Read blueprints, drawings, and sketches to fully grasp project requirements.
• Measure and calculate the size and amount of material needed, including cutting, shaping, and smoothing wood or other required materials to requested measurements.
• Assist with handling, transporting, and setting door frames.
• Load, unload, identify, and distribute building materials, machinery, and tools.
• Job shadow in area assignments to ensure project knowledge and skill progression.
• Assist with area housekeeping.
• Promote a safe work environment and communicate jobsite hazards, including helping to secure the jobsite at the end of each business day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License.
• Follow safe work practices in accordance with the Hensel Phelps safety and health program.
• Ability to take initiative and ask questions.
• Keen attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Must provide own safety footwear.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers and stakeholders.
• Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills.
• Reliable and punctual, including reliable transportation and consistent work attendance.

Preferred:

• Experience in construction layout, blueprint reading, and shop drawing reading.
• OSHA 10 Certification.
• CPR & First Aid Certification.

Physical Requirements

Heavy Work: exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

• Periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type; frequency varies by workflow and field activity.
• Walking: frequently move about the jobsite.
• Operate a computer or tablet and other office machinery such as a calculator and phone.
• Frequently communicate with employees and external stakeholders; constantly read written communications, blueprints, and take/verify field measurements.
• Climbing: ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps at various heights.
• Balancing: maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand, or crouch.
• Stooping: bending the body downward and forward at the waist.
• Reaching: extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction for various lengths of time.
• Grasping: apply pressure to an object with fingers and palm regularly.
• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
• Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures; frequently exposed to a noisy environment and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED.

Benefits

Union provides benefits for employees.

Compensation Range (Southern California Only)

Hourly Rate: $21.97 - $54.41 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)