Carpenter

Job Title: Carpenter

Location: San Diego, CA

Pay Range: from $29 to $26 per hour DOE

Experience Level: 4-7 Years

Position Summary:

We are a leading San Diego general contractor seeking an experienced Carpenter to support framing and carpentry for our projects. This role requires strong technical skills in cold-formed steel (CFS) and wood framing systems, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a crew. You will report to a Lead Foreman and contribute to framing scopes from layout through drywall-ready finishes in coordination with project teams and trades. This is an opportunity to join a tight-knit, safety-first team with a reputation for quality work and long-standing client relationships. Successful Carpenters in this role can expect opportunities for advancement into Foreman and Lead Foreman positions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Lead Foreman in the interpretation and application of architectural, structural, and MEP drawings to guide fieldwork.
• Perform accurate layout and installation of:

                        o CFS framing for walls, ceilings, and soffits

                        o Wood partitions and ceiling systems

                        o Blocking, backing, and bracing for fixtures and equipment.

                        o Openings for doors, windows, and MEP penetrations

• Execute framing to meet fire ratings, deflection tolerances, and seismic requirements.
• Coordinate with MEP trades to ensure framing accommodates rough-ins and penetrations.
• Assist Lead Foreman with material deliveries and onsite staging.
• Work under the direction of the Lead Foreman to meet daily and weekly production goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and contribute to job site safety culture
• Use hand tools, power tools, and layout equipment correctly and safely
• Follow company safety procedures and OSHA guidelines
• Participate in safety meetings and actively report hazards or quality issues to the Lead Foreman
• Perform self-checks and assist with field quality control reviews
• Execute punch list completion activities

Technical Qualifications:

• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings (plans, elevations, sections, and details)
• Skilled in the use of layout tools such as levels, chalk lines, and laser levels
• Competent in both CFS and wood framing systems
• Familiar with California Building Code (CBC), basic seismic construction methods, and basic fire-rated assembly requirements
• Able to follow layout instructions and execute precise measurements and cuts
• Experience with the use of battery and pneumatic tools, including screw guns, impact drivers, and powder-actuated tools (Hilti/DeWalt).

Minimum Requirements:

• 4–7 years of experience in commercial framing or general carpentry
• Willingness to be trained by the Lead Foreman and other crew members in new skills. Work to improve existing skills in a supportive environment
• Physically capable of lifting 50+ lbs and performing physical labor in a variety of field conditions
• High school diploma or GED (trade school or apprenticeship preferred)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• OSHA 10 certification preferred
• Willingness to use mobile tools for timesheets or documentation (training provided)

    Benefits:

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Consistent, full-time work on rewarding custom residential projects
• We offer consistent schedule (Monday to Friday 7:30am-3:30pm)
• Supportive team environment that values quality and camaraderie
• Opportunity to grow within a highly respected builder
• 401(k) employee investment program
• Health Insurance