Union CarpenterRTL Construction

Union Carpenter (Commercial)

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Union Carpenter to join our commercial construction team. In this role, you will perform a range of interior and exterior carpentry work, primarily metal stud framing and drywall installation. You will work from blueprints to ensure that all work is accurate, safe, and built to code.

Key Responsibilities

• Blueprint Reading: Interpret architectural drawings, structural drawings, and specifications accurately.
• Layout Work: Use lasers, levels, plumb bobs, and chalk lines to lay out walls, ceilings, soffits, openings, and other work.
• Framing: Measure, cut, and install metal studs, tracks, and channels for walls, ceilings, and bulkheads, as well as wood framing as needed.
• Drywall Installation: Measure, cut, hang, and secure drywall on walls, ceilings, soffits, and bulkheads.
• Component Installation: Install headers, backing, blocking, and specialized framing around door, window, and other openings.
• Rough & Finish Carpentry: Perform other carpentry and repair work as project needs require, which may include wood framing, blocking, and installing insulation, acoustical ceilings, doors, frames, hardware, and trim.
• Safety Adherence: Maintain a clean work environment and strictly follow OSHA guidelines and company safety protocols.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: 1–3 years of commercial carpentry experience preferred, ideally including metal stud framing and drywall installation.
• Tool Ownership: Must have standard hand tools of the trade (e.g., tool belt, tape measure, level, utility knife, drywall saw, snips, impact driver).
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand, bend, reach overhead, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly throughout the day.
• Heights & Equipment: Comfortable working on scaffolding and ladders and operating scissor or aerial lifts.
• Reliable Transportation: Dependable transportation to travel to various commercial job sites.