Apprentice- Carpenter

Walpole Outdoors LLC; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

401(k)

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Walpole Outdoors is hiring an Apprentice- Carpenter/Builder to assist with various construction jobs and repairs, ensuring products meet company standards and safety guidelines.

The role requires 1–3 years of carpentry experience or a trade school certificate, ability to use measuring tools, read drawings, and operate shop machinery with safety. Physical stamina, accuracy, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to properly use measuring equipment such as tape measure, square, and read drawings.
• Familiar with most machinery and power tools in shop.
• Capable to fabricate/assemble products using hand and power tools.
• Takes initiative, is self-sufficient and sets a good example for other team members.
• Reads specifications and shop drawings; asks for clarification when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Use measuring equipment.
• Stack, stage, and label all products properly and expedites to next step in processing.
• Check accuracy of own work and fill out paperwork properly.

Skills

Measuring equipment

Power tools

Machinery operation

Read drawings

Fabrication/assembly

Initiative

Follow specifications

Education

Carpentry experience (1-3 years)

Trade school certificate

Job description

Description

Since 1933, Walpole Outdoors has been the standard for handcrafted outdoor products, meeting the needs of homeowners and professionals alike with an unsurpassed variety of styles and custom designs.

Today, Walpole maintains its position as a premier outdoor living space company through a commitment to working with customers and by applying new techniques and technologies to ensure that the end result exceeds their expectations.

Join Our Team!

Our employees are the best in the industry! We are hiring team members who can utilize their existing skills, are interested in learning new ones, and are looking for opportunities to grow.

Apprentice- Carpenter/Builder

is responsible for assisting with various constructions jobs and repairs. This position ensures all products meet company standards while complying with company policies and safety standards. Experience in carpentry, as well as a strong focus on detail and quality, is required.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and power tools safely and efficiently
• Use measuring equipment
• Stack, stage, and label all products properly and expedites to next step in processing
• Responsible for checking accuracy of own work and filling out paperwork properly

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to properly use measuring equipment such as tape measure, square, and read drawings
• Must be familiar with most machinery and power tools in shop
• Must be capable to use tools to properly fabricate/assemble products
• Takes initiative, is self-sufficient and sets a good example for other team members
• Is increasingly able to work from specification books and shop drawings, asks supervisor for clarification when appropriate
• 1-3 years of Carpentry experience or a trade school certificate

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to walk and stand for 8-10 hours per day
• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas
• Must be able to work in various conditions, including but not limited to extreme heat and cold
• Ability to lift 30-50 pounds.

Safety Compliance

Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to minimize accidents and injuries on the job site, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling of tools and materials

Benefits:

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Paid time off

Walpole Outdoors is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.