Carpenter I

Amentum is seeking a Carpenter Journeyman for the North of Las Vegas, NV area. Purpose and Scope: Maintains all real property structures such as wooden, metal, and mobile type buildings. Perform inside and outside carpentry maintenance. Responsible for repairs, replacement and modification of wood/metal or other materials utilized in framework, rafters, trusses, interior and exterior trim, staircases and other wood or wood substitute articles, buildings, structural additions, modifications or repairs. Expertly performs rough and finish framing, steel framing, steel forms and wall forms. Hangs drywall, installs and repairs suspended ceilings and raised flooring. Performs Journeyman-level finish carpentry and concrete forming. Performs locksmith services to include, install, repair, modify, and open a variety of locking mechanisms found on doors, desks, compartments, mobile equipment, safes, and vaults. Install, repair, modify, and open a variety of locking mechanisms found on doors, desks, compartments, mobile equipment, safes, and vaults. Examine locking mechanism and install new unit or disassembling unit and replace worn tumblers, springs, and other parts or repair them by filing, drilling, chiseling, and grinding. Open door locks by moving lock pick in cylinder or open safe lock by listening to lock sounds or by drilling. Manufacture new or duplicate keys, using key cutting machine. Change combination by inserting new or repaired tumblers into lock. Maintain keying systems for buildings. Essential Responsibilities: Accomplish work in compliance with government regulations. Identify material requirement listing for work in government acceptable format. Assist in maintaining shop inventory. Maintain required readings, records, and documentation. Research and identify material. Operate general purpose vehicles. Operate equipment and machinery related to carpentry/locksmith work. Able to lay out work from blueprints, drawings, models, or verbal instructions, using a variety of measuring instruments, making standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work. Ensures quality control of all work performed and the observance of safe work practices and procedures, and adherence to occupational health standards. Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested. Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Journeyman High school diploma or equivalent. Six (6) years' experience in facility management and government civil engineering procedures. Must have experience in building/laying out different types of cement forms. Proficient in drywall installation. Must have the ability to obtain and retain a valid Nevada driver's license. Ability to read, write and receive written and/or verbal instructions in English. Ability to use good judgment and common sense when performing job functions. Ability to be punctual and possess patience to work under stressful conditions. Proficient in use of automated programs compatible with government systems. Requires rounded training and experience usually acquired through a formal training and experience usually through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience. Proficient in use of carpenter’s hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments and carpenter shop and locksmith equipment. Must qualify for and maintain a US Government Top-Secret security clearance and work location access. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a US Government security clearance. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach overhead, kneel, climb stairs, climb ladders, griping and wrist torquing. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and taste or smell. Frequently lifts items weighing 50 pounds and occasionally more than 75 pounds. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. Other Responsibilities: Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Benefits: Amentum offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long term and short-term disability insurance, paid time off, and parental leave. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our Benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum: Please visit our careers site: Compensation Details: $49.77 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 06/08/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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