Entry-Level Carpenter Helper - Field-Based Training

Worcester Housing Authority; Springfield (MA); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 37.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Worcester Housing Authority in Springfield, MA is seeking a Carpenter Helper to support WHA carpenters with basic maintenance, repairs, and renovations at properties across Western Massachusetts. This field-based, full-time position offers regular hours, safety training, and opportunities to learn hands-on carpentry under experienced mentors.

The role focuses on learning rough and finish carpentry, working with doors, windows, framing, flooring, and related building components, while helping

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Interest in pursuing a career in carpentry or the skilled trades.
• Basic familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and construction materials.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
• Physical ability to perform demanding tasks.

Responsabilidades

• Assist Carpenters with installation, maintenance, and repair of doors, windows, frames, flooring, ceilings, walls, cabinets, and other building components.
• Supports rough and finish carpentry projects, including measuring, cutting, assembling, and installing building materials under the direction of experienced Carpenters.
• Prepares work areas by gathering materials, setting up equipment, protecting surrounding surfaces, and ensuring tools and supplies are readily available.
• Travels with assigned Carpenters or other WHA personnel between participating housing authorities and properties throughout Western Massachusetts.
• Follows established safety procedures, including the use of PPE and safe handling of tools and materials.

Conocimientos

Hands-on maintenance

Willingness to learn

Strong work ethic

Ability to follow instructions

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Hand tools

Power tools

Tape measure

Descripción del empleo

The Worcester Housing Authority in Springfield, MA is seeking a Carpenter Helper to support WHA carpenters with basic maintenance, repairs, and renovations at properties across Western Massachusetts. This field-based, full-time position offers regular hours, safety training, and opportunities to learn hands-on carpentry under experienced mentors.

The role focuses on learning rough and finish carpentry, working with doors, windows, framing, flooring, and related building components, while helping