TradeWorX is hiring a Commercial Wood Framing Carpenter for a new commercial construction project in Altoona, Pennsylvania. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with previous wood framing, rough carpentry, or commercial carpentry experience who can work safely, follow layout, and maintain production pace on an active jobsite. This assignment is the immediate starting opportunity, but our goal is to build long-term relationships with dependable tradespeople and connect qualified employees with future projects throughout the region as assignments conclude.
Pay & Schedule:
$23.00 $26.00 per hour based on experience and demonstrated skill level. Monday through Friday with a 7: 00 AM start. Overtime may be available based on project needs.
Benefits & PTO (TradeWorX):
Health coverage options
Dental and vision options
401K option
Company-paid group life insurance
Paid holidays after eligibility requirements
PTO earned by hours worked
Job Duties:
Client out and frame commercial interior and exterior wood walls
Measure, cut, assemble, and install studs, top and bottom plates, headers, blocking, and backing
Frame rough openings for doors, windows, and other wall penetrations
Read basic prints, wall layouts, dimensions, and field measurements
Use circular saws, miter saws, levels, squares, chalk lines, nail guns, and other carpentry tools
Check framing for plumb, level, square, spacing, and proper fastening
Coordinate with other trades and maintain a clean, safe work area
Support punch-list and framing corrections as needed
Requirements:
Previous experience with wood framing, rough carpentry, or commercial carpentry
Ability to measure accurately and cut framing materials to specification
Familiarity with wall layout, stud spacing, headers, blocking, backing, and rough openings
Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, saws, and pneumatic fastening equipment
Reliable transportation to the Altoona, Pennsylvania, jobsite
Dependable attendance and ability to report by 7: 00 AM
Basic carpentry tools and required PPE required
Ideal Candidate:
Has hands-on experience framing walls on commercial or larger construction projects
Can explain the framing work personally performed
Understands plumb, level, square, layout, spacing, and fastening requirements
Works safely, follows direction, and maintains a productive pace
Is reliable, coachable, and prepared for consistent weekday work
How to Apply:
Apply now. Call/text 814-215-2998 and reply with your name, trade, and location.
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