Carpneter

Construction Job Force; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Job Force in Ames, IA is seeking an experienced Residential Carpenter to join our team. This role requires at least four years of residential carpentry, including framing, drywall installation and repair, rough and finish carpentry. You will read blueprints and build to project specs, ensuring quality craftsmanship on remodels and new work.

This contract-to-hire position is fully onsite in Ames. We value dependable, detail-oriented tradespeople who take pride in safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of residential carpentry experience required.
• Proficient with framing, drywall, rough carpentry, and finish carpentry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction plans.

Responsibilities

• Perform rough and finish carpentry on residential construction projects.
• Construct and install wall, floor, and roof framing.
• Hang, finish, repair, and patch drywall.
• Install doors, windows, baseboards, trim, crown molding, cabinetry, and other finish carpentry components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and project specifications.
• Measure, cut, and assemble building materials accurately.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Ensure projects are completed according to quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and team members to meet project deadlines.

Skills

Framing

Drywall

Rough carpentry

Finish carpentry

Blueprint reading

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Construction equipment

Job description

Job Title: Carpenter

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Residential Carpenter with at least 4 years of residential construction experience to join our team. This role will involve a variety of carpentry tasks including framing, drywall installation and repair, rough carpentry, and finish carpentry on residential construction and remodeling projects. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and takes pride in delivering high-quality craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Perform rough and finish carpentry on residential construction projects.
• Construct and install wall, floor, and roof framing.
• Hang, finish, repair, and patch drywall.
• Install doors, windows, baseboards, trim, crown molding, cabinetry, and other finish carpentry components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and project specifications.
• Measure, cut, and assemble building materials accurately.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Ensure projects are completed according to quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and team members to meet project deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of residential carpentry experience required .
• Strong experience with framing, drywall, rough carpentry, and finish carpentry .
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction plans.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ames,IA.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.