Apprentice Carpenter - Massachusetts

About the role

NPC&M is seeking a motivated Apprentice Carpenter, based in Massachusetts, to join our growing team. This is an entrance-level, full-time, field-based role in which the Apprentice works as a helper alongside an experienced Facility Mechanic on service calls and, occasionally, small construction projects across New England. Under the Mechanic's direct guidance, the Apprentice will assist with carpentry, drywall repair and installation, flooring (VCT, carpet tile, porcelain/ceramic tile), acoustic ceiling tile, wall coverings (FRP), concrete, and related tasks — building the hands-on skills and trade knowledge needed to perform the type of work NPC&M does every day.

Work schedule

This is a field-based position requiring travel to client job sites alongside an assigned Facility Mechanic. Candidates must be available for both day and night shifts - NPC&M makes every effort to distribute night shifts equitably and minimize overnight assignments per team member; however, flexibility to work days and nights according to client needs is a firm requirement of this role.

Responsibilities

• Work directly under the supervision of an assigned Facility Mechanic, learning proper trade techniques and daily job procedures.
• Assist with loading/unloading, handling, and maintaining tools, equipment, and materials, and keeping job sites clean and organized.
• Daily communication/reporting to assigned Facility Mechanic, Facility Service Coordinator and/or Manager.
• Assist with coordination of plans and layout of overall project.
• Provide daily progress photos or before/after photos of work.
• Provide daily and constant communication and field pictures.
• Support coordination with customer needs as necessary.
• Complete misc. carpentry, maintenance, flooring, drywall/framing, concrete, etc. tasks as directed, to support the Facility Mechanic and overall assignments.

Requirements

• No prior construction experience required — this is an entrance-level position for candidates ready to learn the trade under an experienced Facility Mechanic.
• Trade school or vocational training in carpentry/construction is a plus, but not required.
• Excellent customer service skills set.
• Clean driving record.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills: MS Outlook, MS Word, among others.
• Travel as required to support assignments.
• Night shift availability.
• Qualified candidates are required to complete a criminal background check, driving background check and drug testing.

Qualifications

• Driver's License (Required)
• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• OSHA 10 (Preferred)

Compensation

• Annual salary range: $45,000 – $55,000, commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based paid incentive.

Benefits

• Hands-on mentorship.
• Structured on-the-job training with an experienced Facility Mechanic, Superintendents and Project Managers.
• Monthly cell phone allowance.
• 2 weeks paid vacation after the first year of service.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Participation in simple IRA retirement plan.
• Company health, dental and vision insurance.
• Travel compensation – outside of the New England area.
• Company Training Programs – training reimbursements.

Location

Boston, MA. Remote position – the candidate is expected to be at the project/job location at all times. Ideal candidate should be based in the Boston, MA, area.

Employment Type

Full-Time

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