Carpenter

Ritsema-Associates; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

PTO & sick time

401(k) with company match

ESOP

Tools provided

Uniforms provided

Training & development

Year-round work

EAP

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Ritsema Associates is seeking a dependable Carpenter to join our construction team. This role performs hands-on carpentry across renovation and building projects, traveling between job sites as needed while upholding safety, quality, and professionalism standards.

Daily travel is required; you will read blueprints, measure accurately, and work with a foreman to ensure timely project completion. We offer competitive compensation and growth opportunities in commercial interiors.

Qualifications

• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and team-focused.
• Must provide and maintain personal hand tools (power and specialty tools provided).
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry and construction tasks, including: drywall hanging and finishing; acoustical ceiling grid installation; exterior insulation; framing and general construction work.
• Use and maintain basic carpentry tools.
• Read tape measures and basic construction drawings.
• Arrive on time and ready to work each day.
• Communicate effectively with the project field leader and team members.
• Represent the company professionally and courteously on all jobsites.
• Work independently or collaboratively depending on project needs.
• Ask questions and seek guidance when necessary to ensure accuracy and safety.
• Follow all jobsite safety protocols and company safety standards.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned to support project success.

Skills

Math skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Reading blueprints

Tools

Personal hand tools

Job description

Ritsema Associates has been a pillar of excellence in the construction industry since 1955. With a legacy built on quality, integrity, and innovation, we have consistently set the benchmark for craftsmanship in commercial interiors construction. We’re proud to be 100% employee owned as well as recognized as one of West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.

Ritsema Associates offers the following benefits:

• Health benefit package after 30 days
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off and sick time.
• 401(k) with company match
• ESOP (100% employee-owned)
• Power and specialty tools provided
• Company provided uniforms
• Company paid training and development
• Year-round work
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Referral Bonuses

Training and Growth

At Ritsema, we invest in developing skilled professionals who take pride in their craft. Our teams receive high‑quality training designed to build competence, confidence, and long‑term career growth. Training is delivered through a mix of on‑the‑job instruction, hands‑on workshops, and structured learning with our industry partners. If you’re ready to grow your skills, take on new challenges, and become one of the best in the commercial interiors industry, Ritsema is the place to do it.

Compensation : $18 – $25 per hour.

Purpose

We are seeking a dependable, skilled Carpenter to join our construction team. This position supports a variety of renovation and building projects, performing hands‑on carpentry tasks while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and professionalism. Daily travel between job sites is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry and construction tasks, including:
  • Drywall hanging and finishing
  • Acoustical ceiling grid installation
  • Exterior insulation
  • Framing and general construction work
• Use and maintain basic carpentry tools
• Read tape measures and basic construction drawings
• Arrive on time and ready to work each day
• Communicate effectively with the project field leader and team members
• Represent the company professionally and courteously on all jobsites
• Work independently or collaboratively depending on project needs
• Ask questions and seek guidance when necessary to ensure accuracy and safety
• Follow all jobsite safety protocols and company safety standards
• Complete additional tasks as assigned to support project success

Qualifications

• Basic math and measurement skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and team-focused
• Must provide and maintain personal hand tools (power and specialty tools provided)
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast‑paced construction environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs regularly.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, twisting, and climbing ladders.
• Comfortable working at heights and in various weather conditions.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Travel Requirements

• Reliable transportation required to travel between job sites

Reports To: Foreman

This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed. An employee will be required to follow any other job‑related duties required by the manager.

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