Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Carpenter – Naval Air Station Patuxent River

Competition wages and an allowance for insurance and 401(k) are offered.

• $40.66/hr
• Union‑sponsored, fully paid health insurance
• Annual retirement plan contribution of $30,000+ included

• Plan and lay out work from blueprints, drawings, models, or verbal instructions.
• Design, construct, remodel, retrofit, and repair interior and exterior structures made of wood, drywall, plaster, concrete or brick.
• Design, construct, retrofit, and repair cabinets, tables, shelves, benches, partitions, flooring, door and window frames.
• Install, repair, and maintain building roofs.
• Repair and replace metal doors, door closers, door sweeps, weather stripping, peep holes, etc.
• Handle vinyl siding, metal siding, gutters and downspouts, shingles, flat roof repair, VCT tile, ceramic tile and grout.
• Concrete replacement and repair.
• Perform drywall repairs, including mudding, sanding and painting of walls.
• Use and maintain a variety of carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
• Select materials necessary for the work.
• Respond to routine and emergency calls for repairs and service.
• Clean, maintain, adjust, calibrate and service tools and equipment used in the performance of duties.
• Inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulations.
• Estimate cost, time and materials for carpentry projects.
• Research, purchase and inventory equipment parts, chemicals and supplies.
• Participate in the maintenance and operation of the structural shop.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Thorough knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in both rough and finished carpentry in commercial/industrial settings, including applicable building and safety code requirements and practices followed in the maintenance of tools, machinery and equipment.
• Knowledge of building architectural/structural elements including alterations and repairs.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Adaptable and flexible in work situations.
• Prioritizes tasks to ensure completion in a timely manner.
• Practices workplace safety in the use of tools, equipment and supplies, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years’ experience in the carpentry trade.
• Valid driver's license compliant with REAL  or willingness and ability to obtain one.
• Pass a pre‑employment drug screening and background check.
• Regular, dependable attendance.
• U.S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Use of hands, reaching with hands and arms, talking and walking.
• Prolonged periods of sitting, bending, squatting, standing, twisting or stooping.
• Climbing ladders and entering confined spaces.
• Lifting and adjusting heavy objects, contact with sharp, hot and/or very cold supplies and equipment.
• Work both indoors and outdoors in various temperatures (some extreme) and weather conditions.

* Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Formal apprenticeship.

• Generous benefits package consistent with Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
• Retirement Plan (401k).
• Life Insurance Benefit through Local 602.
• Disability insurance under union medical.
• EMI Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Federal Holidays).
• Tool Allowance.
• Uniforms.
• Union Tuition/Training/License reimbursement.
• Annual increase to wages and allowance.
• Non‑seasonal – always steady work!
• Referral program – bring your friends.