Carpenter Apprentice

About the Role

The Carpenter Apprentice assists experienced carpenters and jobsite leaders with commercial refrigeration and HVAC/R construction projects while learning the carpentry trade through hands-on training. This role supports the building, installation, remodeling, and repair of structural and finish components required for refrigeration system installation in new construction and renovation environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist journeyman carpenters with commercial refrigeration and mechanical construction projects, including layout, framing, blocking, curbs, platforms, enclosures, and equipment supports.
• Learn to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, shop drawings, specifications, and work orders to support accurate installation and layout.
• Measure, cut, fasten, and assemble wood, metal, and related materials under supervision using approved methods and safe work practices.
• Support construction and modification of structural elements needed to accommodate refrigeration equipment, piping, ductwork, electrical conduit, and control systems.
• Assist with installation of anchors, sleeves, access panels, equipment pads, and protective housings as directed by project specifications and mechanical plans.
• Handle, organize, and stage materials, tools, and equipment to support jobsite productivity and safe workflow.
• Coordinate and communicate with journeyman carpenters, foremen, refrigeration technicians, electricians, pipefitters, and other union trades as directed.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and jobsite conditions in compliance with union, company, and safety standards.
• Demonstrate professional jobsite conduct, willingness to learn, and reliable attendance in accordance with company and union expectations.
• Comply with all OSHA regulations, local building codes, environmental policies, and project-specific safety requirements.

Requirements

• Enrollment in, eligibility for, or willingness to enter a recognized carpenter apprenticeship program, as applicable.
• Basic understanding of construction practices, measuring, layout, and safe tool use preferred.
• Ability and willingness to learn to safely and accurately use hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
• Ability to follow instructions, ask questions when clarification is needed, and work productively as part of a crew.
• Previous construction, carpentry, HVAC/R, or mechanical systems experience preferred but not required.
• Commitment to jobsite safety, quality workmanship, punctuality, and skill development consistent with union expectations.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, stoop, and perform manual tasks throughout the workday.
• Must be capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling materials and equipment up to 75 lbs.
• Work may occur indoors and outdoors, in varying weather conditions, noise levels, and construction environments.
• Potential exposure to construction-related hazards and materials consistent with commercial jobsite conditions.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may change in accordance with operational needs, apprenticeship requirements, collective bargaining agreements, or business requirements.