Post Frame Construction Crew

Cleary Building Corp; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weather pay

Travel pay

Job summary

Cleary Building Corp. seeks a Carpenter to join a respected team building high-quality pre-engineered post frame structures. You will construct buildings from the ground up, operate basic tools, and work at heights outdoors in various weather conditions.

Through comprehensive on-the-job training and mentorship, you will learn and develop carpentry skills, with clear paths for advancement into leadership roles as you progress through the company’s structured career progression.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Willing to learn and grow in the role.
• Prior experience in construction or the trades is a plus – but not required.
• Competitive starting wages $18-$29/hr.
• Structured pay increases at key milestones.
• Weather pay and travel pay (where applicable).

Responsibilities

• Construct post frame buildings from the ground up.
• Operate a variety of basic hand and power tools.
• Work at heights on ladders and aerial platforms (up to 35 feet).
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Deliver value and quality to clients on every project.
• Learn carpentry, framing and construction on the job.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Reliability

Willing to learn

Weather endurance

Job description

Post Frame Construction Crew (JL8278-12718)

Location: GALESBURG, IL

Posted: 11/9/2026

CarpenterJoin a respected team of construction professionals building high-quality pre-engineered post frame structures.

The Job

As a Cleary Carpenter, you will:

• Construct post frame buildings from the ground up
• Operate a variety of basic hand and power tools
• Work at heights on ladders and aerial platforms (up to 35 feet)
• Enjoy stable, year-round employment
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Continuously learn and develop skills in carpentry, framing, and construction
• Deliver value and quality to clients on every project
• No prior post-frame construction experience? That's okay. Through comprehensive on-the-job training, experienced mentors, and structured development programs, you'll learn the skills needed to become a successful construction professional.
• Many of our leaders began their careers as Carpenters. Employees demonstrating strong performance and leadership potential have opportunities to advance into our Foreman in Training (FIT) Program and continue along a rewarding career path.

Field Crew > Foreman in Training > Foreman > Branch Sales Specialist > Assistant Branch Manager > Branch Manager > Region Manager > Assistant General Manager of Operations

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Prior experience in construction or the trades is a plus – but not required
• Willing to learn and grow in the role
• Competitive starting wages $18-$29/hr
• Structured pay increases at key milestones
• Weather pay and travel pay (where applicable)

About the Company

Founded in 1978,Cleary Building Corp.is a family-owned, debt-free industry leader in post-frame manufacturing and construction.

• Headquartered inVerona, Wisconsin, with over80 branch officesacross23 states
• Operates asmoke-free, drug-free workplace(pre-employment THC testing not required)