Carpenter Apprentice

RCS Construction; Test Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Health, Dental, and Life Insurance

401K with Company Matching

Relocation Incentive: $1,000 for out‑s

Job summary

R.C.S. Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced carpenter to read blueprints, frame walls, install casework, and ensure safety across commercial projects. Strong communication and time management are essential; travel within a one-hour radius is preferred. You must provide your own tools and be ready for long hours when required.

Please note: drug screening is mandatory, with competitive pay of $24–$30 per hour and benefits including PTO, holidays, health/dental insurance, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Read, understand, and implement blueprints.
• Work with all necessary building materials.
• Understand building codes and standards.
• Frame walls, ceilings, roofs, layout walls, joists, trusses, stairs.
• Install casework, accessories, windows, door jams, and hardware.
• Set and strip forms.
• Work long hours/weekends when needed.
• Strong communication, time management, and leadership.
• Daily maintenance of equipment/tools.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and implement blueprints.
• Work with all necessary building materials.
• Understand building codes and standards.
• Frame walls, ceilings, roofs, layout walls, joists, trusses, stairs.
• Install casework, accessories, windows, door jams, and hardware.
• Set and strip forms.
• Work long hours/weekends when needed.
• Strong communication, time management, and leadership.
• Daily maintenance of equipment/tools.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Strong communication

Time management

Leadership

Safety awareness

Basic communication skills

Tools

Tool Belt

Hammer

25’ Tape

Kleins or Pliers

Utility Knife

Speed Square

Chalk Box

2lb Sledge Hammer

Cat’s Paw Bar / Flat Bar

Screw Driver Set

2’ & 4’ Level

String Line

Vise-Grip

Wire Reel

Caulk Gun

Framing Square

Tin Snips

3/8” Drill

Wood & Cold Chisels

Nail Sets

Palm Sander

Hack Saw

12” Crescent Wrench

Cordless Drill

Skill Saw

Jig Saw

Drill Bits

Leather Work Boots

Job description

• Minimum age: 18
• Tool Belt

General Information

Job Type: Carpenter

Experience: 5 Years Preferred

Pay: $24.00/hr to $30.00/hr (Depending on experience)

Travel: Very Little Traveling Required

Drug Test: Required

Company Info

Company: R.C.S. Construction, Inc.

Family-run construction firm established in 1992, based in Rapid City, SD. We specialize in commercial projects and offer growth and training for dedicated workers. Must be willing to travel within a 1-hour radius of Rapid City.

Job Description / Duties

• Read, understand, and implement blueprints


• Work with all necessary building materials


• Understand building codes and standards


• Frame walls, sheer floors, roofs, layout walls, joists, trusses, stairs


• Install casework, accessories, windows, door jams, and hardware


• Set and strip forms


• Work long hours/weekends when needed


• Strong communication, time management, and leadership


• Daily maintenance of equipment/tools

Requirements / Responsibilities

• Minimum age: 18


• Basic communication skills


• Provide personal tools


• Maintain equipment/tools daily


• Comply with Safety Handbook

Required Tools

Must have the following tools within 30 days of hire:

• Tool Belt


• Hammer


• 25’ Tape


• Kleins or Pliers


• Utility Knife


• Speed Square


• Chalk Box


• 2lb Sledge Hammer


• Cats Paw Bar / Flat Bar


• Screw Driver Set


• 2’ & 4’ Level


• String Line


• Vise-Grip


• Wire Reel


• Caulk Gun


• Framing Square


• Tin Snips


• 3/8” Drill


• Wood & Cold Chisels


• Nail Sets


• Palm Sander


• Hack Saw


• 12” Crescent Wrench


• Cordless Drill, Skill Saw, Jig Saw


• Drill Bits (Steel, Wood, Hole Saw)


• Leather Work Boots

Benefits

• Paid Time Off


• Holiday Pay


• Health, Dental, and Life Insurance


• 401K with Company Matching


• Relocation Incentive: $1,000 for out-of-state tradespeople


• $500 after 90 days (40 hrs/week average)


• $500 after 365 days (40 hrs/week average)

Equal Opportunity Employer

We encourage women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. Pre‑employment drug screening is required.