Commercial Carpenter

Tri State General Contractors; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Per Diem

Job summary

Tri State General Contractors in Hawaii is seeking an experienced Commercial Carpenter for night-shift work on retail and commercial construction projects. You will perform demolition, framing, millwork, cabinetry, FRP and laminate installations, and door hanging as part of a skilled crew.

Join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and reliability. The role requires travel, night shifts, and the ability to work independently or with others to meet tight deadlines while maintaining

Qualifications

• Retail/commercial carpentry experience required.
• Ability to read basic construction drawings and layout plans.
• Willing to travel and work night shifts approximately 90% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Perform demolition, framing, millwork, FRP, laminate, drywall, and cabinetry installation.
• Install fixtures, gondola shelving, décor elements, and commercial doors.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and carpentry equipment.
• Assist with project layouts, measurements, and material preparation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.
• Collaborate with field leadership and crew members to meet production goals.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and material needs.
• Deliver quality workmanship while supporting a positive and accountable team culture.

Skills

Retail carpentry

Framing

Laminate & FRP

Reading drawings

Tools proficiency

Lift 75 lbs

Job description

We are a well-established and highly respected General Contracting company seeking an experienced Commercial Carpenter to join our growing team in Hawaii. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled craftsman who takes pride in quality work, thrives in a team environment, and is looking to grow with a company that values collaboration, accountability, and professional development. If you're dependable, adaptable, eager to learn, and bring a \"Team First\" attitude to every project, we'd love to hear from you.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Commercial Carpenter plays a key role in retail and commercial construction projects, performing demolition, framing, millwork, fixture installation, cabinetry, FRP and laminate work, gondola shelving, décor installations, and commercial door installation. Working alongside the Lead Carpenter and project team, you'll help deliver high-quality projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This position requires hands-on commercial construction experience, strong craftsmanship, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a willingness to travel and work primarily night shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform demolition, framing, millwork, FRP, laminate, drywall, and cabinetry installation.
• Install fixtures, gondola shelving, décor elements, and commercial doors.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and carpentry equipment.
• Assist with project layouts, measurements, and material preparation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.
• Collaborate with field leadership and crew members to meet production goals.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and material needs.
• Deliver quality workmanship while supporting a positive and accountable team culture.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Retail and/or commercial carpentry experience required.
• Strong knowledge of laminate, FRP, T-Bar ceilings, drywall, and cabinetry installation.
• Experience working on active commercial job sites with multiple trades and tight deadlines.
• Ability to read basic construction drawings and layout plans.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and carpentry equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
• Comfortable working on ladders, scaffolding, and at heights.
• Must be willing to travel and work night shifts approximately
  90% of the time.

Preferred

• Commercial door hanging experience.
• Steel stud framing experience.
• Millwork and finish carpentry experience.
• Experience working in retail environments such as Walmart, Safeway, Albertsons, Vons, CVS, or similar large-scale retail stores.

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Per Diem

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice based on the needs of the department and company. To perform this job successfully, the perfect candidate will possess a proficient level of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed within this description. Please note, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise with the company.