Entry Level Carpenter Jobs
New grad carpenter jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or hands-on internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Construction & Real Estate, Energy, and Education, with employers like DN, TIC - The Industrial Company, and Blunier Builders hiring at this level now.
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Requisition ID: 186349
Position Summary
Plan, lay-out and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts for installation of concrete structures in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.
Experience Level
Skilled
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Read and interpret prints, drawings, plans and specifications and visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
- Constructs, erects, installs and repairs structures, scaffolding and framework using hand and power tools.
- Measure, cut, assemble and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts; construct and erect built-in-place or prefabricated wooden forms, according to specifications for molding concrete structures.
- Erect built-in-place forms or assemble and install prefabricated forms; Insert spreaders and tie-rods between opposite pieces to maintain specific dimensions; brace forms in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks and timber.
- Pour concrete into finished forms, finish concrete surfaces to specifications and install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications.
- Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
- Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
- Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.
Requirements
- Able to meet all physical requirements.
- Must have all required tools.
- Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft).
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload.
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 186349
Position Summary
Plan, lay-out and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts for installation of concrete structures in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.
Experience Level
Skilled
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Read and interpret prints, drawings, plans and specifications and visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
- Constructs, erects, installs and repairs structures, scaffolding and framework using hand and power tools.
- Measure, cut, assemble and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts; construct and erect built-in-place or prefabricated wooden forms, according to specifications for molding concrete structures.
- Erect built-in-place forms or assemble and install prefabricated forms; Insert spreaders and tie-rods between opposite pieces to maintain specific dimensions; brace forms in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks and timber.
- Pour concrete into finished forms, finish concrete surfaces to specifications and install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications.
- Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
- Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
- Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.
Requirements
- Able to meet all physical requirements.
- Must have all required tools.
- Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft).
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload.
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Entry Level Carpenter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level carpenter job?
Entry level carpenter employers look for candidates who can demonstrate hands-on skills, even without years of professional experience. Completing a vocational program, apprenticeship, or carpentry course signals readiness. A portfolio showing framing, finishing, or cabinetry work gives you a concrete edge. Highlight any internship, volunteer build, or personal project that proves you can work safely and follow plans on a job site.
Which companies hire entry level carpenters?
Companies hiring entry level carpenters right now include DN, TIC - The Industrial Company, and Blunier Builders, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of residential construction firms, commercial contractors, and specialty woodworking shops that are willing to train candidates who show the right foundational skills and work ethic.
Are there remote entry level carpenter jobs?
Yes, though remote options are limited for a hands-on trade like carpentry. About 0% of entry level carpenter openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles typically involve design, estimating, or project coordination rather than direct construction work. The large majority of entry level positions are on-site, where physical skills are learned and applied in real conditions.
Are these new grad carpenter jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior carpenter roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship work or a project portfolio in place of full-time history, and does not require a journeyman license. If a listing mentions apprenticeship programs or on-the-job training, it is designed for candidates entering the trade for the first time.
Which industries hire the most entry level carpenters?
Entry Level carpenter roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Energy, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they involve ongoing construction, renovation, and build-out projects that need a steady pipeline of workers who can be trained and developed on active job sites.