Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Requirements

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Skilled journeyman level carpentry work in building and repairing structures and furnishings of wood.

• MOBILE COUNTY $45,774 - $73,177*
• CITY OF MOBILE $38,575 - $61,668**
• CITY OF PRICHARD $18,912 - $29,340
• CITY OF CHICKASAW $27,276 - $42,312***
• CITY OF SARALAND $40,458 - 64,678
• MOBILE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT $41,470 - $66,296
• MOBILE HOUSING AUTHORITY $41,470 - $66,296

• Amended 10/17/2025
• Amended 10/7/2024
• Amended 3/20/2024

Graduation from a standard senior high school, or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test, completion of a trade school or apprenticeship program in carpentry and a minimum of one year journeyman level carpentry experience; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Must possess a valid driver's license from state of residence.

• 10 days annual vacation with accumulation to 35 days (The number of days earned increases based on years in the merit system, with a maximum of 25 days per year for 25 or more years of service)
• 10 days paid annual sick leave with no limit on accumulation
• 12 paid holidays each year (some jurisdictions may vary)
• Group medical plan (most jurisdictions)
• Paid life insurance (in some jurisdictions)
• Retirement plans
• Employee Credit Union
• Promotion by competitive exam
• Periodic review and adjustment of salary rates to be competitive with local employees and to provide cost of living increases
• Opportunities for continuing education and self-development through formalized academic and in-service training programs

The agencies we serve are equal opportunity employers.