Carpenter Apprentice 1Carpenter Apprentice 1 Carpenter Apprentice 1

M. A. Mortenson Company; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

401k match

PTO/holidays

Life/AD&D/Disability

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym discount

Job summary

Mortenson is currently seeking a Carpenter Apprentice I that will be responsible for assisting Journeyman and Foreman Carpenters in the completion of their tasks while learning the trade.

You will help with setup, material handling, form work, and site safety on active construction projects, while developing carpentry skills under supervision.

This entry‑level role requires teamwork, reliability, and willingness to learn, with opportunities for progression within Mortenson's diverse portfolio.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in apprenticeship program.
• Previous experience on a construction site preferred.
• Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, detail orientation, and effective communication.
• Ability to read plans and operate equipment safely and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Setup trailers and build temporary structures between office units.
• Install shelves, set up tool trailers and site infrastructure per erosion control plan.
• Hand-set forms and assemble gang forms.
• Assist journeyman and foreman with shooting grades and elevation.
• Unload, stockpile, and erect prefabricated materials.
• Perform concrete and rough carpentry tasks including walls, footings, and door installations.
• Build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and levels.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs; duties may change with notice.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Reading plans

Equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Enrolled in apprenticeship program

Tools

Table saws

Radial arm saws

Belt sander

Disc sander

Drill presses

Fall protection equipment

Rigging

Form systems

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Carpenter Apprentice I that will be responsible for assisting Journeyman and Foreman Carpenters in the completion of their tasks while learning the trade.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Setup trailers and build temporary structures (decks, stairs, roofs) between office units
• Install shelves, setup tool trailers/conex’s, silt fences/straw bales, and setup site per erosion control plan
• Hand-set forms and assemble gang forms
• Assist journeyman and foreman with shooting grades and elevation
• Unload, handle, stockpile, and erect prefabricated materials
• Perform concrete and rough carpentry (hand set walls, footings, set gang wall forms, structural concrete decks, drywall, finish carpentry, doors, frames, hardware, millwork, and cabinetry)
• Build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Perform all other duties as assigned
• *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
• Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED required
• Currently enrolled in apprenticeship program
• Previous experience on a construction site preferred
• Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, detail orientation, and effective communication including active listening and openness to diverse input and feedback
• Ability to work with precision, visualize solid objects from drawings, read plans, and operate equipment (table saws, radial arm saws, belt & disc sanders, drill presses, fall protection equipment, rigging, and form systems)
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements

A few benefits offered include:

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Lets Redefine Possible®

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.