Drywall and Paint Carpenter

RDW Construction is a 26-year-old Small Business Enterprise (SBE) specializing in medical tenant improvements, public works, and light commercial construction throughout the Greater Spokane area, Eastern Washington, and Northern Idaho. We also operate in-house commercial casework and door & hardware divisions. We’ve built a strong reputation by delivering quality work and maintaining long-term client relationships.

Why Work for RDW?
Employees are our most valuable asset. We foster a total team environment based on Respect, Education, Craft, Communication, Opportunity, Extreme Ownership, and Reward. When we put our people first, they deliver exceptional results for our customers — and enjoy year-round work on meaningful medical and public projects.

Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Drywall and Paint Carpenter with strong hands-on experience in steel stud framing, drywall installation/finishing, interior painting, and commercial tenant improvement. This role offers competitive pay with significant earning potential on prevailing wage projects, fully paid health benefits, and steady work in a stable, values-driven company.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform commercial tenant improvement work with strong emphasis on:
  • Steel stud framing, layout, and installation
  • Drywall hanging, taping, mudding, finishing, and texture
  • Interior painting, including surface prep, priming, and finish coats
• Additional responsibilities include:
  • Door and hardware installation
  • Finish carpentry, trim work, and millwork
  • Casework installation
• Review blueprints and understand project scope
• Maintain high standards of craftsmanship, safety, and jobsite organization
• Collaborate on medical, government, and commercial projects

Painting skills and advanced drywall finishing/taping are highly valued and will result in a higher starting wage.

Schedule
Primarily daytime hours with occasional night shifts (typically 4 × 10-hour shifts with 3 days off) — a schedule many team members appreciate for better work-life balance.

Requirements

• Experience in commercial carpentry, tenant improvement, steel stud framing, drywall, and painting
• Valid driver’s license (Real ID preferred for federal projects)
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check; must abide by zero-drug policy in accordance with federal standards
• Reliable transportation and basic hand tools

Compensation & Total Rewards

• Competitive base pay: $69,000 – $83,200 annually ($33–$40/hr DOE) — higher starting wage for candidates with strong painting and advanced drywall taping/finishing skills
• Significant earning potential on prevailing wage projects (common in our medical, government, and public works work per Washington L&I determinations)
• Fully paid health insurance after 60 days + dental and vision insurance offered
• 4% retirement contribution
• Generous time off: Paid vacation, 52 hours of sick leave per year, and 7 paid holidays
• Per diem as applicable
• Trade-specific extended education and growth opportunities

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug-Free Workplace (screening upon hire and random throughout the year; per Federal Law).