Carpenter (CV1849-234) - VOADV Property Division

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Carpenter, where your craftsmanship will help improve and maintain safe housing for individuals and families in need. This role involves a variety of residential and commercial carpentry tasks, contributing to building better communities. You'll work with a dedicated team, ensuring that every project meets high standards of quality and safety. If you take pride in your work and want to make a real impact, this is your chance to build with purpose and support a meaningful mission.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a Union Carpenter or completion of a carpentry apprenticeship.
• NJ State Journeyman’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform framing, drywall repair/installation, and trim work.
• Install doors, windows, cabinets, and flooring.
• Collaborate with the construction team and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Problem-Solving

Framing

Drywall Repair/Installation

Trim Work

Stair and Railing Construction

Commercial Construction

Education

2-Year Technical Degree

Carpentry Apprenticeship

Tools

Construction Tools

Safety Equipment

Job description

Carpenter (CV1849-234) - VOADV Property Division

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Carpenter (CV1849-234) - VOADV Property Division

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Carpenter

Skilled hands. Strong values. Real impact.

Join Volunteers of America Delaware Valley as a Carpenter and put your craftsmanship to work improving and maintaining safe, quality housing and facilities for individuals and families in need. You’ll be part of a hands-on team responsible for a wide range of residential and commercial carpentry tasks that directly support our mission.

This is more than just construction work—it's building better communities from the ground up.

What You’ll Do

• Perform framing, drywall repair/installation, trim work, stair and railing construction
• Install doors, windows, cabinets, flooring, and block walls
• Lay out materials, read blueprints, and execute projects accurately
• Lead in-house and external building projects as needed
• Ensure safety and maintenance of tools, vehicles, and equipment
• Collaborate with the construction team and follow all VOADV standards and safety guidelines
  
  

What You Need

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years as a Union Carpenter or completion of a carpentry apprenticeship
• NJ State Journeyman’s license (or equivalent) preferred
• Solid experience in commercial construction and maintenance
• Strong blueprint reading and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license and availability for on-call work (nights/weekends/holidays)
  
  

Why This Role Matters

• Every nail, cut, and finish contributes to safer, more stable spaces for people who rely on our programs. If you take pride in your work and want to apply your trade where it counts—this is your opportunity.
  
  

Build with purpose. Apply today.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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