Union - General Carpenter

DPR Construction; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a skilled carpenter to perform general carpentry, install and maintain wood structures, and ensure high-quality workmanship on our projects in Reston, VA. The role emphasizes accurate layout, safe tool use, and collaboration with team members.

Candidates should have 2–4 years of carpentry experience, a HS diploma or GED, and OSHA 10 certification with OSHA 30 preferred to support DPR safety standards and project success.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years carpentry experience required.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification required.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification preferred.

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 operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand & power tools

Measuring & layout

Job description

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. The DPR family of companies is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results. Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things—great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world.

DPR is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at DPR are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Read more in our EEOE Policy.

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