General Carpenter

mydpr; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Reston, VA is seeking a skilled carpenter to perform carpentry tasks, install and repair structures with a focus on accuracy, safety, and quality. The role requires reading drawings and coordinating with teammates to ensure project milestones are met.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of carpentry experience and an OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification, with OSHA 30-Hour preferred. Join a team that emphasizes safety, collaboration, and craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• General carpentry tasks to support project completion.
• Reads and interprets drawings or work instructions.
• Operates hand and power tools safely to construct and repair structures.
• Inspects completed work for accuracy and quality.
• Maintains tools and work areas in safe condition.
• Follows safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs general carpentry work including measuring, cutting, fitting, assembling, and installing wood and related materials.
• Reads and interprets drawings or work instructions to execute tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Operates hand and power tools safely to construct and repair structures or components.
• Inspects completed work for accuracy, alignment, and adherence to quality standards.
• Communicates with team members to coordinate tasks and resolve challenges.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and work areas in clean and safe condition.
• Follows DPR safety policies and procedures on all assigned work.

Skills

Carpentry

Reading drawings

Tool safety

Team communication

Quality workmanship

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title - they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:

Performs skilled carpentry tasks related to general construction, installation, and maintenance to support project completion. Applies technical knowledge to ensure accurate measurements, secure assemblies, and high-quality workmanship. Works collaboratively with other team members to maintain productivity and uphold DPR's safety and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs general carpentry work including measuring, cutting, fitting, assembling, and installing wood and related materials.
• Reads and interprets drawings or work instructions to execute tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Operates hand and power tools safely to construct and repair structures or components.
• Inspects completed work for accuracy, alignment, and adherence to quality standards.
• Communicates with team members to coordinate tasks and resolve challenges.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and work areas in clean and safe condition.
• Follows DPR safety policies and procedures on all assigned work.

Education Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:

• 2-4 years of experience in carpentry or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction certification required.
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Construction certification preferred.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together-by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.