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Construction Carpenter jobs are open across residential construction, commercial building, and industrial projects, at every level from apprentice to lead and foreman, with specializations in framing, finish carpentry, and formwork. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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WE’RE LOOKING FOR A TEAM MEMBER — NOT JUST AN EMPLOYEE
We are a custom residential General Contractor looking for the right person to become part of our team and grow with our company.
We are not looking for someone who simply wants to show up, collect a paycheck, and go home. We want someone who takes pride in construction, wants to continue learning, accepts responsibility, and wants the opportunity to advance their career.
This is a hands-on field position supporting our Field Supervisors and Project Managers on custom residential projects.
You will start by helping us maintain clean, protected, organized jobsites while also performing carpentry, installations, punch-list work, and assisting with day-to-day field operations.
As you demonstrate your abilities, we want to teach you more and give you more responsibility.
Our goal is to find someone who can grow with us into Field Supervision and Project Management support.
YOU NEED A CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION
This is not an entry-level construction position.
We are willing to teach you our systems, our standards, Procore, and how we manage custom residential projects.
However, you need to come to us with a solid construction foundation.
Minimum Requirements
- 5+ years of hands-on construction experience
- Your own reliable truck suitable for construction work
- Your own basic hand and power tools
- Good mechanical ability and comfortable working with your hands
- Basic carpentry, installation, and repair skills
- Ability to accurately read a tape measure
- Experience using drills, impact drivers, saws, levels, and common construction tools
- Understanding of how an active construction jobsite operates
- Valid driver’s license
- Dependable, punctual, organized, and professional
- Ability to work independently and follow through on assigned work
- Willingness to learn and accept increasing responsibility
If you do not have actual hands-on construction experience, tools, and a reliable truck, this is not the right position for you.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
Jobsite Protection & Organization
- Install and maintain Ram Board and other floor-protection systems
- Protect finished flooring, doors, windows, cabinetry, countertops, stairs, walls, fixtures, and completed work
- Install temporary barriers, masking, plastic, corner protection, and dust-control systems
- Maintain protection throughout construction
- Keep jobsites clean, organized, safe, and professional
- Construction cleanup and debris removal
- Organize materials, tools, deliveries, and work areas
Carpentry & Hands-On Construction
- Assist carpenters with framing, blocking, backing, doors, hardware, trim, and miscellaneous carpentry
- Perform basic carpentry and repairs
- Take measurements and assist with layout
- Use common hand and power tools
- Assist with material deliveries and jobsite setup
- Perform miscellaneous construction work as needed to keep projects moving
Finish Work & Installations
You will also help us complete the details necessary to finish our custom homes, including:
- Bathroom accessories
- Towel bars
- Toilet-paper holders
- Robe hooks
- Mirrors
- Shelving
- Door and cabinet hardware
- Miscellaneous hardware and accessories
- Minor door and hardware adjustments
- Minor caulking, patching, touch-up, and repair work
- Other miscellaneous finish items
Work must be completed straight, level, properly anchored, clean, and professional.
PUNCH LIST & PROJECT COMPLETION
An important part of this position is helping us finish projects properly.
You will assist with:
- Final punch lists
- Identifying incomplete or damaged work
- Completing punch-list items within your abilities
- Following up on outstanding items
- Preparing homes for owner walkthroughs
- Final protection and cleanup
- Project closeout
You should eventually be comfortable being handed a punch list and working through it without someone standing over you.
TECHNOLOGY & PROCORE
We use Procore construction management software throughout our company. You do not need to know Procore when you start. We will teach you.
You do, however, need to be comfortable with everyday technology.
You must be able to confidently use:
- Smartphones
- iPads/tablets
- Text and email
- Jobsite photos and videos
- PDF plans and drawings
- Mobile applications
- Electronic documents and punch lists
We can teach Procore. You need to already know how to comfortably use a smartphone, tablet, and basic technology.
THE PERSON WE WANT ON OUR TEAM
We are looking for someone who doesn’t walk past a problem because “that’s not my job.”
If protection is coming loose — fix it.
If something needs cleaning — clean it.
If materials need organizing — organize them.
If something needs to be installed and you know how to do it — take care of it.
If something doesn’t look right — bring it to our attention.
If you don’t know how to do something — ask, learn, and remember it for next time.
We value people who take ownership, pride in their work, initiative, and responsibility.
You don’t need to know everything.
You do need to want to learn.
WE WANT SOMEONE WHO WANTS TO GROW WITH US
We are not hiring simply to fill a position.
We want to find a long-term team member who wants to learn the custom-home construction business and take on greater responsibility as they develop.
For the right person, the opportunity can grow from:
Construction Field Assistant / Carpenter Apprentice
→ Assistant Field Supervisor
→ Field Supervisor
→ Project Management Support
The more you learn, the more you demonstrate you can handle, and the more responsibility you take ownership of, the more opportunity there will be within the company.
Compensation and advancement will be based on your performance, reliability, construction knowledge, quality of work, ability to learn, and willingness to take on additional responsibility.
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE AT LEAST 5 YEARS OF HANDS-ON CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE, YOUR OWN BASIC TOOLS, AND A RELIABLE TRUCK.
We are looking for someone interested in building a future with our company, not simply finding their next job.
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week
Application Question(s):
- What types of construction work have you personally performed?
- What carpentry and finish work can you perform without supervision?
- What hand and power tools do you personally own?
- What type of truck do you own?
- Are you comfortable completing installations and punch-list work?
- Are you comfortable using a smartphone and iPad for photos, email, plans, documents, and construction apps?
- What are you looking to learn or accomplish in construction over the next several years?
- Why are you interested in growing with a custom-home construction company?
- When are you available to start?
Experience:
- Construction: 5 years (Required)
Location:
- Irvine, CA 92618 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Eleven Western Builders22

- Morton Buildings10

- Acts Retirement-Life Communities3

- MKS2

- DEPLOY2

What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction carpenter jobs.
- Proven experience with framing, rough carpentry, or finish carpentry on residential or commercial projects
- Proficiency with power tools including circular saws, nail guns, and miter saws
- Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints and technical drawings
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification for construction safety compliance
- Physical ability to lift materials, work at heights, and stand for extended periods
- High school diploma or GED, or completion of a registered carpentry apprenticeship program
Tips for Your Construction Carpenter Job Search
List your tools and materials knowledge
Employers scan resumes for specific tools, not vague phrases like 'hand tools.' Call out power saws, nail guns, levels, and transit levels by name, and note the materials you've worked with, from engineered lumber to concrete forms.
Attach a project photo portfolio
A short PDF or linked gallery of completed framing, cabinetry, or formwork projects tells hiring managers more than bullet points alone. Even smartphone photos of clean finish work or a well-built deck frame demonstrate your standard of craft.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists construction carpenter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your phase
Rough framing crews, finish carpenters, and formwork specialists rarely share the same opening. Read job descriptions for phrases like 'trim and millwork,' 'foundation forming,' or 'tenant improvement' to confirm the work matches your actual experience.
Prepare a hands-on skills demonstration
Many construction carpenter interviews include a practical walkthrough or a quick on-site test. Know your measurements cold, be ready to read a blueprint section, and bring your OSHA 10 or 30 card if you have one.
Negotiate start date around project timelines
Construction employers plan around project phases, so a start date that aligns with a framing or rough-in phase is more appealing than a fixed calendar date. If you can signal flexibility around their schedule, mention it in your follow-up.
Construction Carpenter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most construction carpenters?
The companies hiring the most construction carpenters right now include Eleven Western Builders, Morton Buildings, and Acts Retirement-Life Communities, with the largest share of openings in California, Michigan, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Large general contractors and specialty subcontractors tend to post the highest volume of openings during active building seasons.
How many construction carpenter jobs are remote?
About 0% of construction carpenter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which reflects the hands-on nature of most carpentry work. The sub-areas most likely to include any remote component are project estimating, shop drawing review, and prefabrication design roles attached to larger carpentry operations.
How do you become a construction carpenter?
You become a construction carpenter by completing a registered apprenticeship through a union or contractor association, which combines on-the-job training with technical instruction in blueprint reading, layout, and materials. Alternatively, you can start as a carpenter's helper with a framing or finish crew, build hands-on skills over several years, and earn certifications like OSHA 10 to advance to journeyman or lead roles.
How do you get hired as a construction carpenter with little experience?
You can get hired as a construction carpenter with little experience by applying to apprenticeship programs, helper positions, or entry-level framing crews that provide on-the-job training. Emphasize any relevant coursework from a trade school, personal projects like decks or renovations, and a willingness to work across different phases of construction. Showing up with your own basic hand tools on day one also signals commitment to many hiring foremen.
What does the construction carpenter interview process look like?
The construction carpenter interview process typically starts with a phone screen to confirm your experience level and availability, followed by an in-person or on-site meeting with a foreman or project superintendent. Expect questions about specific tools you've used, types of projects you've worked on, and how you handle blueprint reading. Some employers add a short practical evaluation, asking you to demonstrate measurement accuracy or interpret a simple plan detail.
Where can I find and apply to construction carpenter jobs?
You can find and apply to construction carpenter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and location.
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