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Carpenter

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Salary$25 – $32/hr
LocationPortland, Maine, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience7+ yrs
DepartmentFulltime
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedDec 10, 2025 · 10mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum of 7 years of hands-on carpentry experience
Ability to interpret blueprints
Proficient with hand and power tools such as chisels, planes, saws, drills, and sanders
Ability to work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, and stilts
Ability to lift and carry loads up to 100 pounds
Comfortable climbing and working from ladders or scaffolding
Capable of standing and walking for extended periods
Physical ability to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, and lift overhead
Willingness to travel to assigned job sites
Ability to work flexible hours including overtime
About the role
Employment Type: Full-Time
Legal
FSLA: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Division: Riggs
Department: Riggs
Reports to: Labor Foreman / Project Manager
Supervisory Duties: No
Salary Range: $25 - $32/hour
Carpenters are responsible for designing, building, installing, and repairing structures, fixtures, furniture, and other items using a variety of materials, including wood, steel, plastic, fiberglass, and drywall. This role requires precision, physical strength, and the ability to follow detailed instructions and safety procedures.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions
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Perform work efficiently, safely, and accurately to consistently meet production goals set by the Foreman, Superintendent, or Project Manager.
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Prepare project layouts and accurately estimate height, width, length, and other necessary dimensions.
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Read and interpret blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
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Select appropriate materials for each task, including wood, plastic, fiberglass, and drywall.
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Use hand and power tools such as chisels, planes, saws, drills, and sanders to construct, install, and repair structures.
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Join materials using nails, screws, staples, or adhesives.
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Work at various heights using ladders, scaffolding, stilts, and top beams of buildings.
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Inspect completed work to ensure it meets code and project specifications.
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Install cabinetry, molding, partitions, doors, and windows.
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Create structural supports for concrete work, including building forms and tunnel bracing.
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Replace building components such as glass panes, ceiling tiles, and doors.
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Move and install machinery as required.
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Erect scaffolding and temporary structures as needed.
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Follow all company safety and personnel policies and protocols.
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Travel to all assigned job sites as required.
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Perform physical activities such as climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting overhead, and walking/working in rough terrain to access tools, materials, and jobsite locations.
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Work flexible hours as necessary to meet project and company goals.
Key Skills
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Strong work ethic and reliability
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Punctual and dependable
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Willingness to follow instructions and learn on the job
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
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Maintains professionalism on site
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Flexible and able to work overtime as needed
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Committed to safety and attention to detail
Required Experience
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Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required
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Experience: Minimum of 7 years of hands-on carpentry experience
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Ability to lift and carry loads up to 100 pounds
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Comfortable climbing and working from ladders or scaffolding
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Capable of standing and walking for extended periods