Construction Laborer / Carpenter Helper

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Construction Laborer / Carpenter HelperPosition Overview

We are seeking a dependable and experienced Construction Laborer / Carpenter Helper to support our carpenters, field supervisors, and construction teams on residential and commercial projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of construction experience , a strong work ethic, knowledge of basic construction practices, and the ability to safely assist with carpentry and general construction tasks.

This is a hands-on position requiring physical strength, attention to safety, and the ability to work effectively in an active construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist carpenters with daily construction and installation tasks 
• Prepare and maintain job sites for daily work activities 
• Load, unload, move, stage, and organize materials, tools, and equipment 
• Assist with framing, drywall, doors, trim, millwork, and other carpentry tasks 
• Measure, cut, prepare, and handle construction materials as directed 
• Support carpenters and field supervisors with assigned projects 
• Operate basic hand and power tools safely and properly 
• Assist with deliveries and placement of materials throughout the job site 
• Perform daily site cleanup and maintain organized work areas 
• Assist skilled trades as needed 
• Follow instructions from carpenters, supervisors, and project management 
• Follow all company safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and jobsite rules 
• Identify and report safety concerns or jobsite issues 
• Perform other general construction duties as assigned 

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of construction experience
• Previous experience assisting carpenters preferred 
• General knowledge of construction practices, tools, materials, and jobsite safety 
• Ability to safely use basic hand and power tools 
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills 
• Dependable, hardworking, and safety-conscious 
• Ability to follow directions and work effectively as part of a team 
• Ability to read and write effectively 
• Reliable transportation 
• Ability to lift and carry 50–100 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and work for extended periods 
• Ability to use hands, fingers, and arms to handle tools and materials 
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, and elevated surfaces safely 
• Comfortable working on uneven surfaces and at heights 
• Adequate vision and hearing, with or without correction 

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing. Candidates must be able to lift and carry 50–100 pounds for significant portions of the workday and safely work on ladders, elevated surfaces, and uneven terrain.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a skilled, dependable, and hardworking Construction Laborer / Carpenter Helper who is willing to learn, takes direction well, works safely, and can provide reliable support to our carpenters and field supervision.

Previous commercial construction and carpentry experience is highly preferred.