Appr General Carpenter

DPR Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is looking for a motivated apprentice to learn general carpentry tasks under close supervision at our Austin project sites. You will assist with material handling, preparation, and basic construction activities while developing foundational skills.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and up to two years of carpentry experience, plus OSHA 10 hours within three months of hire. DPR emphasizes safety, teamwork, and hands-on training on diverse, complex projects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
• 0-2 years of experience in carpentry or a related field required.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification within 3 months of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparing materials, tools, and work areas for carpentry tasks.
• Supports experienced carpenters with measuring, cutting, and assembling wood and related materials.
• Observes and learns proper carpentry techniques and tool operation.
• Follows safety policies, PPE requirements, and DPR procedures at all times.
• Maintains clean, organized, and safe work areas throughout project activities.
• Participates in on-the-job and classroom training to build technical proficiency.
• Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support work progress.

Skills

Carpentry basics

Measuring & layout

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary

Learns and assists in performing general carpentry tasks under close supervision. Supports carpenters with material handling, preparation, and basic construction activities while developing foundational technical and safety skills. Builds understanding of carpentry methods, hand and power tool usage, and DPR's standards for quality and jobsite safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in preparing materials, tools, and work areas for carpentry tasks.
• Supports experienced carpenters with measuring, cutting, and assembling wood and related materials.
• Observes and learns proper carpentry techniques and tool operation.
• Follows safety policies, PPE requirements, and DPR procedures at all times.
• Maintains clean, organized, and safe work areas throughout project activities.
• Participates in on-the-job and classroom training to build technical proficiency.
• Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support work progress.

Education Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience

0-2 years of experience in carpentry or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction certification within 3 months of hire required.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers. The DPR family of companies is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results. Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things—great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world.

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