Carpenter Apprentice & Custom Framing / Finish Assistant

The Contractor Consultants; Towaco (NJ); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Weekly pay

Performance bonuses

Profit-sharing opportunities

Uniforms provided

Paid technical training

Direct mentorship pathways

Résumé du poste

Mountaintop Construction Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic Carpenter Apprentice & Custom Framing / Finish Assistant to join our Towaco field team.

You will work alongside seasoned lead carpenters on high-end residential remodels and commercial fit-outs, gaining hands-on experience in framing, cabinet setting, and finish trim installation. We offer weekly pay, paid training, mentorship toward Journeyman and Lead Carpenter roles, and a team-oriented, safety-focused workplace with profit-sharing

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in general construction, carpentry assistance, framing, or remodeling.
• Familiar with standard carpentry hand and power tools.
• Physically able to lift up to 75 lbs and work on ladders/scaffolding.
• Dependable, punctual, safety-conscious, detail-oriented, eager to learn the trade.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transport to travel between sites.

Responsabilités

• Assist lead carpenters with rough framing, modifications, and finish carpentry.
• Help with site layout, measurements, and wall/floor/roof layouts.
• Support installation of cabinets, doors, crown molding, trim, and millwork.
• Stage and organize materials and ensure safety and cleanliness on site.
• Learn blueprint reading and carpentry techniques from senior leads.
• Communicate clearly with team and project managers to stay on schedule.

Connaissances

General carpentry

Framing

Finish carpentry

Hand tools

Power tools

OSHA safety

Formation

Vocational construction program

High school diploma/GED

Outils

Miter saw

Circular saw

Nail gun

Levels

Measuring tapes

Description du poste

Carpenter Apprentice & Custom Framing / Finish Assistant

Company Name: Mountaintop Construction Inc.

Location: Towaco, NJ (Northern NJ Regional Deployments across Morris, Essex, & Passaic Counties)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday (Overtime or occasional weekend coverage dictated by site milestones)

Industry: Residential & Commercial Construction, High-End Remodeling, Custom Framing, and Finish Carpentry

Pay Scale: $20.00 to $25.00 per hour ($41,600.00 to $52,000.00 base annual equivalent Overtime Earnings)

Incentives: Weekly Pay Cycle, Performance Bonuses, Profit-Sharing Opportunities, Company Uniforms Provided, Paid Technical Training, Direct Mentorship Pathways

The Opportunity

Mountaintop Construction Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking Carpenter Apprentice & Custom Framing / Finish Assistant to join our field operations team in Towaco, NJ.

In this hands-on field role, you will work directly alongside seasoned lead carpenters and master craftsmen on high-end residential remodels, structural framing, custom additions, and commercial fit-outs. You will gain direct experience in wall framing, plan layout, cabinet setting, architectural millwork, and finish trim installation. If you bring a strong work ethic, a commitment to jobsite safety, and a desire to learn fine custom carpentry from the ground up, Mountaintop Construction Inc. provides steady year-round work, weekly pay, paid training, and clear advancement pathways to Journeyman and Lead Carpenter roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Field Carpentry Support: Assist Lead Carpenters and site superintendents with rough framing, structural modifications, and finish carpentry tasks across residential and commercial jobsites.
• Site Layout & Prep Work: Help stage work areas, take accurate field measurements, cut dimensional lumber, and assist with wall, floor, and roof layout according to construction plans.
• Architectural Installation Support: Assist with the staging, assembly, and installation of custom cabinetry, interior doors, crown molding, baseboards, window trim, and architectural millwork.
• Tool & Material Stewardship: Load, unload, stage, and organize lumber, materials, power tools, air compressors, and specialized carpentry equipment safely.
• Jobsite Safety & Cleanliness: Maintain clean, hazard-free work zones, manage daily site cleanup, set up safety barriers, and adhere strictly to company safety protocols and OSHA standards.
• Active Trade Mentorship: Follow technical direction from senior trade leads, learn architectural blueprint reading, and master carpentry techniques to expand your skill set.
• Team Collaboration: Maintain respectful, clear communication with lead carpenters, trade subcontractors, and project managers to keep daily tasks moving efficiently.

What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required

• Trade Experience: 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in general construction, carpentry assistance, framing, or residential remodeling.
• Tool Aptitude: Practical familiarity with standard carpentry hand and power tools (miter saws, circular saws, nail guns, levels, measuring tapes).
• Physical Capability: Physical stamina to lift up to 75 lbs, work on scaffolding/ladders, and perform active field labor in varying Northern New Jersey weather conditions.
• Professional Mindset: Dependable, punctual, safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and driven by a desire to master the carpentry trade.
• Mobility Credentials: Valid driver license with reliable personal transportation to travel between regional jobsites across Northern NJ.

Preferred

• Educational Foundation: Completion of a vocational construction program, trade school diploma, or high school diploma/GED.
• Language Capabilities: Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Safety Certifications: Active OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety credential.

Compensation & Benefits

• Guaranteed Hourly Pay: $20.00 to $25.00 per hour based on carpentry background, paid on a dependable weekly pay cycle.
• Performance Upside: Project performance bonuses and eligibility for company profit-sharing.
• Health & Future Security: Comprehensive employee medical insurance options and corporate retirement savings plan.
• Paid Time Off: Earned PTO allocations covering paid company holidays, vacation days, and personal sick leave.
• Career Investment: Company uniforms provided, company-paid technical training, and direct mentorship to advance to Journeyman and Lead Carpenter roles.
• Team Culture: Family-oriented work environment with ongoing team events and community charity initiatives.

About Mountaintop Construction Inc.

Mountaintop Construction Inc. is a family-owned general contractor delivering high-quality residential and commercial construction across Northern New Jersey. We foster an operational environment built on mutual respect, professional mentorship, and shared project success - providing our apprentices with the tools, safety training, and guidance needed to build a lasting trade career. Learn more about our firm at www.mountaintopconstruction.net.

Selection choices are guided strictly by job-related capabilities, trade dedication, and verified field performance records.