Carpenter & Handyman

Job Description

Job Description

Carpenter & Handyman – Holloman AFB Housing

Denco, Inc. is hiring an experienced Carpenter/Handyman for our long-term housing maintenance contract at Holloman Air Force Base. You'll be part of a skilled crew handling repairs, remodeling, and upkeep across military residential housing — steady, meaningful work with no slow seasons. We need a true multi-trade craftsman who can operate across carpentry, finish work, painting, and basic electrical with minimal supervision. A federal background check is required for base access — if you can't meet that standard, please do not apply.

$33,280 - $45,760 yearly

• Perform maintenance, repair, and remodeling on residential housing units at Holloman AFB per work order specifications
• Execute finish carpentry, including door/window installation, trim, and interior millwork
• Perform interior painting, texture matching, and drywall repair to professional standards
• Complete minor electrical work, including fixture replacement, switch/outlet repairs, and basic wiring
• Accurately document completed work and communicate materials needs to the project lead
• Maintain a clean, safe job site and uphold quality standards required on a federal housing contract

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in residential remodeling and construction — multi-trade, not general labor
• Demonstrated skills across carpentry, painting, finish work, and basic electrical
• Must pass a federal background check — required for Holloman AFB site access (non-negotiable)
• Must be local to Las Cruces or Alamogordo, NM
• Valid New Mexico driver's license with a clean record
• Ability to manage a work order queue independently and deliver consistent, inspectable quality

Denco, Inc. has served New Mexico since 1997 with quality general construction services for government clients. We’re known for our integrity, craftsmanship, and commitment to excellence on every job site. We offer our team members stability, growth, and a family-oriented culture rooted in professionalism and respect. Learn more at denconm.com.

Benefits:

• 2 weeks' paid vacation
• 10 paid holidays
• 7 paid sick days (accrued weekly)
• 4-day work week (10-hour days)
• Additional benefit options are available after 60 days