Carpenter (UN)

King & George; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

King & George is seeking a skilled Carpenter Construction for the Naval Research Laboratory facilities in Washington, DC. The role involves building and repairing structures, reading blueprints, and applying carpentry techniques with attention to safety.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, a carpentry apprenticeship, at least five years of construction experience, and ability to pass background checks including federal clearance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of carpentry apprenticeship.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in the construction industry.
• Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction.

Responsibilities

• Carpenters are responsible for structural repairs and painting interior and exterior surfaces of residential or commercial buildings using different materials.
• This includes framing, stripping old paint, preparation work for the surfaces, applying filler, using power and hand tools to sand surfaces for further finishing and painting.
• Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed.
• Build window frames, doors, staircases, and frame buildings by using raw materials or pre-constructed items.
• Carve and assemble furniture, cabinets, shelves, and other items and install them where designated.
• Inspect places and conduct repairs or maintenance.
• Building scaffolding and other construction structures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Hand dexterity

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Carpentry apprenticeship

Tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Job Location: 60003 - Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) - Washington, DC 20375

Salary Range: $1.00 - $1.00 Hourly

Job Title: Carpenter Construction

Department: Base Operations & Maintenance

Job Summary

An individual with great hand dexterity and an eye for detail. The ideal candidate will also have good knowledge of wood properties and other carpentry materials. Working with little supervision while following all health and safety standards is essential. The goal is to contribute to the construction and maintenance of strong and long-lasting buildings and products.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Duties/Responsibilities

• Carpenters are responsible for structural repairs and painting interior and exterior surfaces of residential or commercial buildings using different materials
• This includes framing, stripping old paint, preparation work for the surfaces, applying filler, using power and hand tools to sand surfaces for further finishing and painting
• Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
• Build window frames, doors, staircases, and frame buildings by using raw materials or pre-constructed items
• Carve and assemble furniture, cabinets, shelves, and other items and install them where designated
• Inspect places and conduct repairs or maintenance
• Building scaffolding and other construction structures

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and sketches
• Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, hammers, rulers etc.)
• Good understanding of basic math

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of a carpentry apprenticeship program is required
• Minimum of 5 years experience in the construction industry
• Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged period of standing, bending, reaching, and working with hands
• Occasional periods of prolonged exposure to loud noises
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds at times
• Ability to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands as necessary
• Ability to hear and see to position and safety requirement levels
• Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, and chemicals

Special Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be able to successfully pass as required a federal, state, or local government's background
• Must be able to successfully pass HSPD-12 Clearance/ Federal Background Check

Disclaimer

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and that additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Job Description last updated: 05/28/2026