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Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Job in St Johnsbury, Caledonia County, Vermont, USA
Listing for: Hpcummings
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Carpentry, Building Maintenance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 24 - 32 USD Hourly USD 24.00 32.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: St Johnsbury

Position Title

Carpenter ($24-$32/hour);

Reports to:

Superintendent

Position Summary

Construct and repair building frameworks and structures made from wood and metal. Installation of millwork carpentry, doors & other specialty items.

Essential Functions / Position Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to follow blueprints and building plans to meet client needs
  • Construct and install structures and fixtures
  • Ability to measure, cut or shape wood, plastic, and other materials
  • Construct building framework, including walls, floors, and door frames. Help erect, level, and install building framework with the aid of rigging hardware and cranes
  • Inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures
  • Ability to work on staging / above ground
  • Taping experience a plus
  • Willingness to perform non-carpentry tasks as needed (cleaning, demo, floor prep, etc.)
  • Cleanliness, working in clean environments, occupied spaces
  • Instruct and direct laborers and other construction helpers
  • Work in a safe, OSHA approved manner
  • Maintain a positive attitude
  • Provide a good work ethic and effort towards all assigned tasks
  • Willingness to learn new tasks
  • Share knowledge & help train others
  • Demonstrate consistent attendance
  • Ability to communicate & collaborate clearly with the team
Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Hiring Requirements / Preferences
  • Minimum of 2 years of commercial carpentry
  • Metal & Wood framing
  • Drywall
  • Millwork and casework installation
  • Doors, frames, and hardware installation
  • Must be able to travel to the jobsite(s) as assigned
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Proficient at reading blueprints, or ability to learn
  • Minimum tools required: tape measure, hammer, utility knife, tool belt, speed square, chalk line, torpedo level and driver index. HP Cummings will provide power tools
  • Strong organization skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
  • Experience with computers and technology a plus
  • OSHA 10 training preferred, but will provide
Other Duties
  • Working hours are 7:00am to 3:30pm. Please come to the site early enough to start work at 7:00am and be prepared to work up until 3:30.
  • Overtime may be offered to stay on schedule
  • Must be able to travel to the jobsite(s) as assigned.
Physical Requirements
  • Lifting under 40 lbs.
  • Lifting over 40 lbs.
  • Dusty Environment
  • Using Oil or Chemicals*
  • Standing
  • Climbing Ladders
  • Climbing Stairs
  • Sedentary Work**
  • Outside Work
  • Precision Type Work
  • Typing
  • Computer Input
  • Stooping
  • Driving
  • Walking
  • Answering Phone
  • Bending
  • Reaching/Pulling/Pushing
  • Acuity, Far – Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
  • Acuity, Near – Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
  • Depth Perception – Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distance and space relationships.
  • Field of Vision – Area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while fixed on a point.
  • Accommodation – Adjustment of eye to bring object into sharp focus
    - Important for near point work.
  • Color Vision – Ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Special Comments:
Pay ranges from $24-$32/hour

H.P. Cummings is an AA/EOE

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