Carpenter: Build, Repair & Maintain City Facilities

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dallas is hiring an entry-level Carpenter to perform maintenance and construction on city facilities. This role supports the crew in building and repairing wood structures, doors, locks, and related components across municipal spaces.

Responsibilities include installing fences, concrete work, reading blueprints, and assisting with seasonal facility maintenance. A valid driver's license is required, with CDL eligibility in some cases. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of carpentry and/or general construction experience.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Some positions require ability to obtain Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Assist crew chief in carpentry work and fabrication of wood structures.
• Assemble stages and risers for events and maintain related wood structures.
• Repair doors, frames, locks, masonry, tiles, and modular furniture as needed.
• Install chain link fences and maintain park structures.
• Assist with cabinetmaking, drywall, and minor carpentry tasks.
• Construct sidewalks and retainer walls; perform concrete work.
• Read floorplans, calculate bids, and determine supplies.
• Support other trades to keep facilities safe and functional.

Skills

Power tools

Woodworking basics

Blueprint reading

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Tools

Carpentry hand tools

Saws

Electric sanders

Job description

The City of Dallas is hiring an entry-level Carpenter to perform maintenance and construction on city facilities. This role supports the crew in building and repairing wood structures, doors, locks, and related components across municipal spaces.

Responsibilities include installing fences, concrete work, reading blueprints, and assisting with seasonal facility maintenance. A valid driver's license is required, with CDL eligibility in some cases. Equal opportunity employer.