Carpenter

Carpenter City of Boca Raton

$29.84 $31.03 per hour | Full-Time | Public Works and Engineering Facilities Maintenance

Build more than projects. Build a career with the City of Boca Raton. Bring your carpentry skills to a role where the work changes from day to day. One day you're repairing a roof or replacing windows on a city building. The next, you're drawing floor plans for a permit or working on one of the city's Lifeguard Towers. You'll have a lot of independence and the chance to lead assistants. You'll also get no-cost health coverage, 12 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays plus vacation, and a choice of two pension/retirement plans.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Generous paid time off: 12 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays, plus vacation and sick leave
• No-cost health insurance: Employee medical, dental and vision plans at no cost to you
• Retirement plans: Two pension/retirement options to choose from
• Continuous Service Benefit: Paid out annually after 5 years of service
• Work-life balance: Flexible work
• Variety in your work: City buildings, roofs, windows, stairways, office furniture, concrete forms and Lifeguard Towers
• Independence and leadership: Work with a lot of independence and lead or instruct assistants when needed

At a Glance

• Pay: $29.84 $31.03 per hour (non-exempt)
• Schedule: Full-time, variable five-day schedule within a seven-day week
• Location: 2500 NW 1st Ave, Bldg A, Boca Raton,
• Job number: 04761-01
• Apply by: November 12, 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern

About the City of Boca Raton

At the City of Boca Raton, a career in public service is more than a job. It's your chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and sustainable coastal community. As the second largest city in Palm Beach County, Boca Raton is driven by its core values of Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Trust. It is committed to a workplace where employees feel appreciated, inspired, and supported, and it offers the tools, resources, and culture to help you succeed.

What You'll Do

• Install, maintain and repair all types of building-related materials on city facilities
• Handle carpentry work in the alteration, repair and maintenance of buildings, floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, Lifeguard Towers and concrete forms
• Inspect and repair roofs, windows and building envelopes on all types of structures
• Perform preventive maintenance on buildings, structures, office furniture and more
• Plan, design and prepare floor plans for building permits
• Paint, stain and varnish finished woodwork and other surfaces
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts and bucket trucks as work orders require
• Prepare estimates and material lists, order parts and supplies, and process work orders
• Make sure all work meets applicable codes, standards and regulations
• May provide 24-hour emergency on-call support

What You Bring

• Knowledge of general carpentry practices and the Florida Building Code
• Knowledge of the qualities, characteristics and uses of various types of wood
• Experience with hand tools, power tools and related equipment, and the safety precautions of the trade
• Skill in estimating time, materials and costs, and in working from sketches, drawings and blueprints
• Accurate record-keeping for logs, reports and work orders
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods and work overtime as needed
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work well with coworkers and supervisors

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Vocational/technical certification in carpentry, or completion of a recognized apprenticeship program
• Four years of experience in the major elements of the trade
• Valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six points in the last three years

Preferred: General Contractor, Building Contractor or Specialty License

Special Requirements

• Tobacco-free: no use of cigarettes, cigars or other tobacco products for at least one year before hire, and none during employment, on or off duty
• Tools required when you start: hammer, utility knife, chalk line, hand saw, speed square, framing square, set of screwdrivers, tin snips, 25-ft. measuring tape, set of wood chisels, 2-ft. level, torpedo level, caulk gun, pliers, channel locks and drywall/keyhole saw

Post-Offer Screening

A final offer depends on successfully completing an FDLE/CJIS criminal history check, employment verifications, a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check, certification/license verification, a physical exam, and drug and alcohol screening.

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran-Friendly Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.

The City is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Veterans' Preference: The City proudly supports veterans and provides employment preference to eligible veterans and other individuals as required by Florida law. Applicants eligible for Veterans' Preference are encouraged to indicate their eligibility and provide the required documentation during the application process.