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Carpenter roles qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, and construction-focused employers in commercial, residential, and specialty trades regularly sponsor foreign carpenters. Your employer files the PERM application with DOL, then petitions USCIS via I-140, putting you on a path to lawful permanent residency.
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Macy’s is more than just a store. We’re a story. One that’s captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ve been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.
Job Overview
The Maintenance Carpenter is responsible for maintaining building interior walls, flooring, ceiling, all entry doors, fitting room hardware, fixture drawers, hinges, etc. Responsible for maintaining or reporting problems with exterior flatwork, roof and roof drains. Candidate will be required to perform duties in more than one facility. Perform other duties as necessary.
What You Will Do
- Install, maintain, and repair: walls, flooring, ceilings, fixtures, doors, hardware, and repair laminate
- Perform repair and preventative maintenance as required on building interior
- Utilize Work Order System for assignment of repair work orders as well as preventative maintenance actions
- Ensure systems remain in compliance with local codes
- Regular use of power tools and handling and lifting of heavy and/or bulky items. The ability to work safely around customers and employees
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
- Ability to work without direct daily direct supervision
- Perform these functions in an efficient manner, as directed by the People Leader
- Perform all duties in a safe manner in accordance with established work standards and safety guidelines
- Assist with all aspects of maintenance and repair within assigned facilities including on call availability
- Dependable attendance and punctuality
- Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities
- In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned
Who You Are
- No Education Required
- 5+ years direct experience
- Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to communicate and share information with diverse groups of customers and peers
- Resourceful self-starter, works well independently as well as part of a team, and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities
- Must possess ability to prioritize work, to negotiate maintenance and repair workload with store management's requests while working within limitations of Facilities budget and structure
- Must possess valid driver license
- May support one or more locations, and regularly travel between stores/buildings
- Ability to work a flexible schedule with retail hours, including day, evening, weekends, and/or holidays
- Must be able to respond to after hours and weekend calls (24/7)
What We Can Offer You
Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.
Some additional benefits we offer include:
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.
About us
This is a great time to join Macy’s! Whether you’re helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people’s lives.
Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - apply today!
This job description is not all-inclusive and may not apply to colleagues covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Macy's Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive work environment.
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at macysJOBS.com.
Be part of an amazing story
Macy’s is more than just a store. We’re a story. One that’s captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ve been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.
Job Overview
The Maintenance Carpenter is responsible for maintaining building interior walls, flooring, ceiling, all entry doors, fitting room hardware, fixture drawers, hinges, etc. Responsible for maintaining or reporting problems with exterior flatwork, roof and roof drains. Candidate will be required to perform duties in more than one facility. Perform other duties as necessary.
What You Will Do
- Install, maintain, and repair: walls, flooring, ceilings, fixtures, doors, hardware, and repair laminate
- Perform repair and preventative maintenance as required on building interior
- Utilize Work Order System for assignment of repair work orders as well as preventative maintenance actions
- Ensure systems remain in compliance with local codes
- Regular use of power tools and handling and lifting of heavy and/or bulky items. The ability to work safely around customers and employees
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
- Ability to work without direct daily direct supervision
- Perform these functions in an efficient manner, as directed by the People Leader
- Perform all duties in a safe manner in accordance with established work standards and safety guidelines
- Assist with all aspects of maintenance and repair within assigned facilities including on call availability
- Dependable attendance and punctuality
- Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities
- In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned
Who You Are
- No Education Required
- 5+ years direct experience
- Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to communicate and share information with diverse groups of customers and peers
- Resourceful self-starter, works well independently as well as part of a team, and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities
- Must possess ability to prioritize work, to negotiate maintenance and repair workload with store management's requests while working within limitations of Facilities budget and structure
- Must possess valid driver license
- May support one or more locations, and regularly travel between stores/buildings
- Ability to work a flexible schedule with retail hours, including day, evening, weekends, and/or holidays
- Must be able to respond to after hours and weekend calls (24/7)
What We Can Offer You
Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.
Some additional benefits we offer include:
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.
About us
This is a great time to join Macy’s! Whether you’re helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people’s lives.
Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - apply today!
This job description is not all-inclusive and may not apply to colleagues covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Macy's Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive work environment.
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at macysJOBS.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Carpenter
Document your trade credentials before applying
Gather journeyman cards, union membership records, apprenticeship completion certificates, and any state contractor licenses. PERM requires your employer to verify your qualifications match the job requirements, so having organized documentation speeds up the labor certification process.
Target union contractors with sponsorship history
Commercial and industrial union contractors, particularly those working on federal projects, are far more familiar with PERM sponsorship than small residential shops. Framing contractors, cabinet manufacturers, and large interior fit-out firms regularly file I-140 petitions for skilled foreign carpenters.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lets you filter Carpenter job listings by employers who have active green card sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never navigated PERM. That filtering saves months of targeting the wrong employers.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for carpenters in your target metro before you discuss compensation, so the offer supports a defensible PERM filing.
Ask employers about their E-Verify enrollment status
PERM-sponsoring employers are not universally E-Verify enrolled, but those who regularly sponsor foreign workers almost always are. Confirming E-Verify enrollment early signals the employer has the compliance infrastructure to actually complete a green card filing for you.
Understand how PERM recruitment timing affects your start date
Your employer must complete the required DOL recruitment steps and file the PERM application before you can begin work on an EB-3 petition. PERM processing currently runs several months, so negotiating a realistic start date that accounts for the filing timeline protects both you and the employer.
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Find Carpenter JobsCarpenter Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Carpenter jobs actually qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Carpenters are classified as skilled workers under the EB-3 category, which covers roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available, then petitions USCIS with Form I-140. The role doesn't need an advanced degree to qualify.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a carpenter?
H-1B requires a specialty occupation tied to a bachelor's degree, which carpentry typically doesn't meet, so most carpenters aren't H-1B eligible at all. EB-3 is designed for skilled trades. It also leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status, has no annual lottery, and for workers born outside India or China, priority date backlogs at the EB-3 level are often much shorter.
How long does the PERM green card process take for a carpenter role?
From the employer's first PERM filing to receiving your green card, the full process typically runs two to four years for workers from most countries. PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months depending on DOL audit rates. After PERM approval, USCIS adjudicates the I-140 petition, and then you file for adjustment of status or attend a consular interview.
Where can I find Carpenter jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate specializes in U.S. employment-based sponsorship roles and lets you search Carpenter listings filtered by employers with active green card filing history. That's more targeted than general job boards, which don't distinguish between employers willing to sponsor and those who aren't. Focus on commercial contractors, millwork manufacturers, and large general contractors.
Can my employer sponsor me for a green card if I'm currently working on a different visa status?
Yes. Your employer can file PERM and the I-140 petition regardless of your current visa type. If you're in the U.S. on a valid status like H-1B, TN, or even a work-authorized OPT period, you can typically file for adjustment of status without leaving the country once your priority date becomes current, as long as your status remains valid throughout the process.
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