Project Management

Spec Construction Co.; San Bernardino (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Spec Construction, Inc. is seeking a Construction Carpenter to construct, install, and repair wooden structures, forms, and fixtures on HUD-funded projects in San Bernardino, CA. The role supports carpentry work across diverse projects, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in every task.

Ideal candidates understand blueprints, have strong math skills, and can handle common carpentry tools. This on-site role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety guidelines, and willingness to

Qualifications

• Ability to understand directions and read blueprints.
• Ability to solve mathematical problems quickly and accurately.
• Ability to properly care for and use tools of the trade.
• Thorough understanding of carpentry principles and methods.

Responsibilities

• Measures, marks, and arranges materials to layout per blueprints or supervisor instructions.
• Cuts and shapes structures, forms, or fixtures from wood, plastic, fiberglass, or drywall.
• Uses hand and power tools to build assigned projects securely.
• Joins materials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesive as appropriate.
• Checks accuracy using levels, surveying equipment, or framing squares and corrects issues as needed.
• Creates wooden forms for pouring concrete or tunnels, bridges, or sewer construction projects.
• Adheres to local building and safety codes and guidelines.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprints

Math skills

Tools handling

Carpentry basics

Job description

Company Name: Spec Construction, Inc.

Project Location: San Bernardino, CA

Project Type: HUD-Funded Construction Project

Section 3 Eligible Candidates Encouraged to Apply

Spec Construction, Inc. is currently hiring qualified individuals for the following positions in connection with a HUD-funded project. In compliance with HUD Section 3 requirements, priority consideration will be given to Section 3 eligible residents.

Job Summary

The Construction Carpenter is responsible for constructing, installing, and repairing wooden structures, forms, and fixtures, as well as working with other materials as required. This role supports a variety of construction projects by ensuring all carpentry work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Measures, marks, and arranges materials to established layout based on blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
• Cuts and shapes structures, forms, or other fixtures from wood, plastic, fiberglass, or drywall.
• Uses various hand and power tools to securely build assigned projects.
• Joins materials with the most appropriate nail, screw, staple, or adhesive.
• Ensures the accuracy of work by checking completed projects with tools such as levels, surveying equipment, or framing squares; corrects problems as needed.
• Creates wooden forms for pouring concrete or for tunnels, bridges, or sewer construction projects.
• Adheres to local building and safety codes and guidelines.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand directions and read blueprints.
• Ability to solve mathematical problems quickly and accurately.
• Ability to properly care for and use tools of the trade.
• Thorough understanding of carpentry principles and methods.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to safely work with sharp tools or power equipment.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and terrains.
• Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.