Carpenter Helper

SpawGlass
Houston, TX
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Aimed at entry-level to mid-level construction professionals who value hands-on learning and safety in a collaborative, full-time environment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior construction experience and a strong desire to learn from seasoned tradespeople
    — “opportunities to take on additional responsibilities, expand your trade knowledge, and further develop your carpentry skills through hands-on learning and mentorship”
  • Individuals who thrive in a physically demanding, team-based environment with a focus on safety and quality
    — “help ensure that work areas remain clean, organized, and hazard-free while supporting project quality standards and safe work practices”
  • People who are adaptable to outdoor work in extreme temperatures and are comfortable with manual labor
    — “work in outside temperatures from 25 - 115 degrees”

Things to consider

  • Physical stamina and strength are essential due to the lifting and movement requirements
    — “constant lifting of 10 lbs., frequent lifting of 25 lbs. and maximum single person lifting of 50 lbs.”
  • Certifications such as OSHA 10-Hour and First Aid are preferred and may be a hiring advantage
    — “OSHA 10-Hour and First Aid certifications preferred (or ability to obtain upon employment)”

How to stand out

  • Highlight prior experience in construction and specific tools you have operated or handled
    — “operating hand and power tools, assisting with layout and measurements”
  • Emphasize your ability to maintain a clean, organized jobsite and contribute to quality standards
    — “help ensure that work areas remain clean, organized, and hazard-free while supporting project quality standards”
  • Demonstrate your ability to interpret construction drawings and perform accurate measurements
    — “Experience reading a tape measure and performing accurate measurements”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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Skills & requirements

Required

Tool OperationMaterial HandlingBasic Construction MathLayout AssistanceSafety AwarenessOrganization

Preferred

OSHA 10-hour And First Aid Certifications

Stack & domain

Tool OperationMaterial HandlingConstruction MathLayout AssistanceHand & Power ToolsBlueprint InterpretationSafety AwarenessOrganizationCollaborationCommunicationReliabilityCommitment To LearningOSHA 10-hourFirst Aid

About the role

Original posting from SpawGlass via Lever

As our Carpenter Helper, you will support skilled carpenters and project teams by preparing materials, operating hand and power tools, assisting with layout and measurements, and helping maintain a safe and productive jobsite.

You will perform a variety of construction support tasks, including material preparation, tool operation, layout assistance, material handling, and housekeeping activities. You will also help ensure that work areas remain clean, organized, and hazard-free while supporting project quality standards and safe work practices.

As you gain experience, you will have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities, expand your trade knowledge, and further develop your carpentry skills through hands-on learning and mentorship. Successful Carpenter Helpers are committed to safety, housekeeping, teamwork, quality workmanship, and delivering excellent results in a fast-paced construction environment.

Your Skills:

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Tool Operation & Material Handling

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Basic Construction Math & Measurements

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Layout & Marking Assistance

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Use of Hand & Power Tools

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Blueprint & Drawing Interpretation

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Safety Awareness

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Organization & Jobsite Housekeeping

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Collaboration & Communication

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Reliability & Dependability

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Commitment to Learning & Growth

Your Background:

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3-6+ years of construction or related experience preferred.

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High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

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Ability to safely operate common hand and power tools.

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Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations.

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Experience reading a tape measure and performing accurate measurements.

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Ability to read and interpret simple construction drawings and specifications.

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Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn from experienced tradespeople.

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OSHA 10-Hour and First Aid certifications preferred (or ability to obtain upon employment).

Total Rewards:

  • Employee ownership
  • Competitive pay
  • Profit sharing and project safety incentives
  • Career development and continuing education assistance
  • Generous PTO after a full year of service
  • 401(k) with 6% match (traditional and Roth)
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance with free eligible medications through Rx ‘n Go
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with SpawGlass contribution
  • Physical and mental health wellness reimbursement (e.g. gym membership, yoga classes, massages, etc.)

Essential Functions

You must be able to twist, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, crawl, climb ladders, climb stairs, walk on uneven ground, work above ground on scaffolds, have depth of perception to avoid excavations and other hazards, hear well enough to recognize the sounds of horns and sirens on moving equipment and have good finger manipulation.  There is a constant lifting of 10 lbs., frequent lifting of 25 lbs. and maximum single person lifting of 50 lbs.  For items over 50 lbs. get assistance from a co worker.  Team members must be able to climb on light or heavy equipment, carry and use hand tools.  There is standing up to seven hours of an eight-hour shift.  Ability to work in outside temperatures from 25 - 115 degrees. 

SpawGlass is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Source: SpawGlass careers (Lever)

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