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Carpenter Jobs in the United States

Carpenter Journeyman

IL, United StatesOn-site12 hours ago
Workplace Type
Onsite
Location
IL, United States

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking a Carpenter Journeyman that will be responsible for providing skilled craftsmanship for installation of formwork, finish carpentry and drywall.  

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Study blueprints, sketches, or building plans to determine material requirements and measure dimensions 
  • Perform concrete and rough carpentry (hand set walls, footings, gang wall forms, structural concrete decks, slabs, columns, drywall) 
  • Set door frames, hang doors, and install hardware 
  • Complete finish carpentry tasks (toilet accessories, handrails, corner guards, partitions, lockers, cabinets, countertops, wall paneling, coffered ceilings, running trim) 
  • Build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels 
  • Perform all other duties as assigned 

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • High school diploma or GED 
  • Completion of apprenticeship program 
  • Union specific training 
  • Ability to work with precision, visualize solid objects from drawings, read plans, and operate equipment (table saws, radial arm saws, belt & disc sanders, drill presses, fall protection equipment, rigging, and form systems) 
  • Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, detail orientation, and effective communication including active listening and openness to diverse input and feedback 
  • Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements 
  • *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs. 
  • Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice. 

 

*Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment. 

 

A few benefits offered include:  

  • Mental Healthcare
  • Craft Dependent Scholarship
  • Service Awards
  • The Union provides additional benefits to team members in this position through a collective bargaining agreement, including vacation, health, insurance, pension, and job training. 

 

Please make note:  

  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.  
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.  

 

ABOUT MORTENSON 

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.  

 

Let’s Redefine Possible®  

 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. 

 

Other Items to Note 

  • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. 
  • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 

 

 

 

About Mortenson

Construction

Mortenson is a U.S.-based, top-10 builder, developer and provider of energy and engineering services committed to helping organizations move their strategies forward. Mortenson’s broad portfolio of integrated services ensures that its customers’ investments result in high-performing assets. The result is a turnkey partner, fully invested in the business success of its customers. Founded in 1954, Mortenson has operations across North America with offices in Chicago, Denver, Fargo, Iowa City, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Nashville, Phoenix, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Antonio, Seattle, and Charlotte. For additional information, visit www.mortenson.com.

Employees
6831
Industry
Construction
Headquarters
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Founded
1954
Location
700 Meadow Lane North, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55422, US
Specialties
Construction, Higher Ed, Sports/Event Ctrs, Public/Private, Wind, Solar, Sci/Lab, Mfg & Warehouse, Data Centers, Water & Wastewater, Transportation, Hospitality, Healthcare, Cultural/Performing Arts, Corporate, High Voltage Trans, Heavy Civil, Fed Gov't, Real Estate Dev't, Development, Aviation, Virtual Insights, Digital Integration, and Optimization of Assets

Carpenter Jobs in the United States

Browse carpenter jobs in the united states, sourced directly from company career pages and updated daily. Recent openings come from 2026, Bechtel, Mydpr and others. Listings that show pay range from $47,000 to $69,000 a year. As a Carpenter, you play a crucial role in the construction industry by creating structures from wood and other materials. Carpenters are in high demand due to the growth in construction and renovation projects. In this role, you can expect a yearly salary range of $30,000 to $60,000, depending on experience and location. To excel as a Carpenter, you need to be proficient in woodworking techniques, able to read blueprints accurately, and have a good understanding of construction processes. Work-life balance in carpentry allows job flexibility and the opportunity to work on a variety of projects in different settings.

Hiring snapshot

Based on the 67 most recent carpenter listings

67
listings analysed
$61,000
median listed pay
0%
remote
37
posted in the last week

Where the openings are

  • Sulphur, LA3
  • Chicago, IL3
  • Pecos, TX3
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL3
  • San Antonio, TX2
  • Reston, VA2

Listed pay

6 listings show a salary

$47,000–$69,000
range
$61,000
median
~$29/hr
hourly

Work arrangement

100% on-site

93% full-time · 4% other

Experience level

57% mid level21% entry level21% senior level

Common job titles

  • Carpenter · 20
  • Carpenter Helper · 6
  • Carpenter Journey · 4
  • Carpenter Journeyman · 2

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