Carpenter's Helper

Taurus Industrial Group, LLC; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

TAI (Taurus Industrial Group, LLC) is seeking an entry-level Carpenter’s Helper to support skilled carpenters on site in Port Allen, LA. You will assist with material handling, tool setup, and basic carpentry tasks under supervision.

You’ll help install fixtures, prep sites, and keep work areas safe and organized while learning on the job. Prior helper experience is a plus, and OSHA 10/First Aid training is commonly required.

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit to lift and move materials and work in varied conditions.
• Basic able to measure, cut, and join materials under supervision.
• Attention to detail to ensure precise fittings and safe work areas.
• Follow OSHA and site safety rules to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Work well with carpenters and other trades to keep projects on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Carry, load, unload, and organize lumber, plywood, trim, and fasteners.
• Tool Preparation: Hold and supply tools, nails, glue, or bolts; set up saw stations.
• Basic Carpentry Tasks: Measure, cut, and shape wood under supervision; assist with assemblies.
• Installation Support: Help install windows, doors, trim, cabinetry, and related components.
• Site Preparation & Clean-up: Stage materials, sweep areas, remove debris, maintain safety.
• Power Tool Use: Operate saws, drills and other tools when trained and directed.
• Demolition & Salvage: Assist in demolition and salvage usable materials.
• Tool Maintenance: Clean and maintain tools to keep them in good condition.

Skills

Physical Fitness

Basic Carpentry Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

A Carpenter’s Helper is an entry-level role in the construction industry that provides direct support to skilled carpenters, enabling them to focus on more complex tasks while the helper handles preparatory, material-handling, and basic construction work.

Role Overview

The Carpenter’s Helper assists in the design, construction, installation, and repair of structures and fixtures made from wood, plywood, and wallboard. They work under the direct supervision of experienced carpenters, contributing to project timelines and quality standards interviewguy.com+1.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Carry, load, unload, and organize lumber, plywood, trim, fasteners, and other building materials JobDescription.org+1.
• Tool Preparation: Hold and supply tools, nails, glue, or bolts; set up saw stations and other equipment interviewguy.com+1.
• Basic Carpentry Tasks: Measure, cut, and shape wood or other materials under supervision; assist with assembly/disassembly of temporary structures like scaffolding and barricades InterviewPrep+1.
• Installation Support: Help install windows, doors, trim, cabinetry, and other components .
• Site Preparation & Clean-up: Stage materials, sweep work areas, remove debris, and maintain a safe, organized environment .
• Power Tool Use: Operate saws, drills, and other hand/power tools when trained and directed.
• Demolition & Salvage: Assist in demolition tasks, using prying bars and other tools to salvage usable materials.
• Tool Maintenance: Clean and maintain tools and equipment to ensure they remain in good working order .

Skills and Qualifications

• Physical Fitness: Ability to lift heavy loads and work in varied conditions (indoor/outdoor).
• Basic Carpentry Knowledge: Understanding of measuring, cutting, and joining materials is preferred.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures materials fit and work areas remain hazard-free chiseljobs.com.
• Safety Awareness: Follows OSHA and site-specific safety protocols JobDescription.org.
• Teamwork: Works well with carpenters and other tradespeople to keep projects on schedule.

Typical Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED .
• Experience: Entry-level; prior helper experience is a plus.
• Certifications: OSHA 10 Construction, First Aid/CPR are common requirements