Journeyman Carpenters - New Orleans, LA

Bo-Mac Contractors, LTD; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Competitive time off package

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

HSA contribution

401(k) match

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

Time off

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

A marine and civil construction firm is seeking a Journeyman Carpenter to perform skilled carpentry work on projects such as wharves, bridges, and seawalls. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience and the ability to interpret technical drawings. Responsibilities include constructing and maintaining timber and concrete structures, ensuring safety compliance in challenging environments, and collaborating with team members to meet project goals. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Journeyman level Carpenter experience.
• Ability to work in challenging marine and civil construction settings.
• Strong technical skills and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled carpentry work on various marine and civil projects.
• Build and repair timber and concrete structures.
• Read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

Carpentry

Safety awareness

Technical drawing interpretation

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

The Journeyman Carpenter is responsible for performing skilled carpentry work on a variety of marine and civil construction projects, including infrastructure such as wharves, bridges, seawalls, jetties, retaining walls, and concrete formwork. This role involves working from technical drawings to construct, install, and repair timber and concrete structures, often in challenging and high-risk environments such as coastal or tidal zones. The Journeyman Carpenter must have strong technical skills, safety awareness, and the ability to work as part of a team to deliver high-quality results on time and to specification.

Primary Responsibilities

• Activities may include construction, fabrication, installation and dismantling form work of fixtures of metal, wood and other accessories with the ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan, and perform work activities independently.
• Build, install, and repair timber and concrete structures, including formwork, foundations, wharves, bridges, seawalls, and retaining walls.
• Read and follow construction plans, blueprints, and specifications to ensure structures meet project requirements.
• Construct and strip forms for poured-in-place concrete using dimensional lumber, plywood, and modular systems.
• Perform carpentry work in coastal, over-water, tidal, and confined space conditions, ensuring safety and environmental compliance.
• Use hand tools, power tools, saws, drills, and pneumatic tools correctly and maintain them in working condition.
• Follow all safety procedures, including fall protection, PPE requirements, and marine construction best practices.
• Coordinate daily activities with supervisors, laborers, and other trades to meet production goals and maintain quality standards.
• Evaluate completed work for accuracy, structural integrity, and conformance to specifications, making corrections as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Preference given to candidates with a minimum of 5 years of Journeyman level Carpenter experience at meets or exceeds performance expectations.

What we can offer you

• Inclusive Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Illness insurance
• Company paid Disability and Life insurance
• Health Savings Account contribution of up to $1,000 per year
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program including discounts with major vendors & products
• Mental and physical wellness programs
• Competitive time off package including vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Career advancement opportunities with a stable well-established organization
• Tuition reimbursement program and access to LinkedIn Learning courses

*Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

**CSG/Bo-Mac Contractors, Ltd., does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CSG/ Bo-Mac Contractors, Ltd. without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CSG/ Bo-Mac Contractors, Ltd.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Equal Opportunity and Rights

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.