Maintenance Technician - Carpenter

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Ruther Glen, VA, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $21.00 To $27.00 Hourly

Founded in 2020, AMERI-CANS is a fast‑growing, veteran‑owned enterprise built by Marine Corps veterans who know firsthand the critical importance of field sanitation. Headquartered in Manassas Park, VA, the company’s growth has expanded beyond the DMV area and now includes Indiana, South Carolina, and Ohio. Our expansion is fueled by a no‑nonsense focus on execution, adaptability, and relentless problem solving. We are mission‑driven, and our success enables us to support fellow veterans and Gold Star families in honoring our shared service and their sacrifice.

We are constantly looking for veterans in pursuit of their post‑service ambitions and talented individuals with an unwavering desire to succeed and grow with us.

AMERI-CANS is looking to hire a full‑time Maintenance Technician
- Carpenter at our Ruther Glen, VA location. We are looking for a qualified carpenter to cut, fabricate and install wooden and other structures according to specifications. Your job will involve working in diverse settings to produce steady and functional infrastructure and products. The ideal candidate has great hand dexterity and an eye for detail and will also have good knowledge of wood properties and other carpentry materials.

Working with little supervision while following all safety standards is essential.

• Read blueprints, drawings and sketches to fully grasp requirements
• Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
• Cut, shape and smooth lumber and other material (e.g. fiberglass) according to measurements
• Build window frames, doors, staircases and frame buildings by using raw materials or pre‑constructed items
• Lay out floorings, roofings or drywall ensuring they are leveled and compatible
• Carve and assemble furniture, cabinets, shelves and other items and install them where designated
• Inspect places and conduct repairs or maintenance
• Build scaffolding and other construction structures

• High school diploma
• Successful completion of a carpentry apprenticeship program is required
• Proven experience as carpenter
• Hands‑on experience in working with carpentry materials
• Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction
• Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, hammers, rulers etc.)
• Adherence to a background check
• Must have authorization to work in the United States of America. Some job sites require U.S. American citizenship and a clean criminal history to access their sites.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Position requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time; move fingers and hands, stoop, crawl, bend, twist, reach, and crouch. Perform the essential duties with minimal or no supervision. Lift and carry up to 50 lb and drag 185 lb.

Full‑time

• Benefits including medical, dental, vision
• Company matched 401(k)
• Company paid STD & Accident supplemental
• Company paid Life AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program “EAP”
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (10 days)
• Paid Sick Time (4 days)
• Personal Days (4 days)
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Unlimited growth potential as we take the business to the next level
• Professional Development

AMERI-CANS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.