Construction Carpenter Jobs in Illinois
Construction Carpenter jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Elgin, and Macomb and other Illinois metros, with employers like Blunier Builders, Ascension, and Demeter Millwork hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Your future role at a glance:
Location: Chicago, IL
Facility: Resurrection Village
Department: Maintenance
Schedule: Days | Full-time
Salary Range: $28.21 - $38.16 per hour
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Perform architectural maintenance.
- Provide assistance to departments as needed to maintain a safe patient and staff environment.
- Build doors, frameworks, windows and partitions as needed. Ensures that carpentry work is completed to meet applicable codes, standards and plans.
- Construct and repair structural woodwork and equipment, working from blueprints, drawings, or oral instructions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
+ Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
LIFE AT ASCENSION
Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
FRAUD PREVENTION NOTICE
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-VERIFY STATEMENT
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
BENEFITS
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Construction Carpenter Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Blunier Builders2

- Ascension1

- Demeter Millwork1

- F.H. Paschen1

- Jobot1

Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate4
- Education1
- Staffing & Recruiting1
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction carpenter jobs across Illinois.
- Proven experience with rough framing, layout, and structural carpentry on residential or commercial projects
- Proficiency reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and construction drawings
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety certification required or strongly preferred
- Ability to operate hand tools, power saws, nail guns, and related carpentry equipment safely
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to reach active jobsites
- Completion of a registered carpentry apprenticeship program or equivalent trade school training
Construction Carpenter Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many construction carpenter jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 8+ construction carpenter openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Elgin, and Macomb. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do construction carpenters make in Illinois?
Construction carpenters in Illinois earn a median of about $79,000 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $39,890 for the lowest 10% to over $117,660 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most construction carpenter jobs?
Chicago, Elgin, and Macomb have the most construction carpenter openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire construction carpenters in Illinois?
Employers hiring construction carpenters in Illinois include Blunier Builders, Ascension, and Demeter Millwork, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote construction carpenter jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 0% of construction carpenter openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for construction carpenter jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to construction carpenter jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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