Careers

Journeyman Carpenter/Foreman

The College of St. Joseph the Worker raises up our students in the academic and manual lives, seeking excellence in both so as to redeem all things in Christ. Our carpentry apprenticeship program trains young men on real job sites, holding them to the highest standards of craftsmanship, professionalism, and virtue.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled, experienced carpenter to work alongside our carpentry instructors, taking direct responsibility for overseeing and instructing student apprentices on active job sites. This is a hands-on, field-based role focused on on-the-job training (OJT) in a variety of residential and commercial settings. The right candidate will bring deep trade expertise, a strong work ethic, and a genuine desire to invest in the formation of the next generation of craftsmen


Job duties/Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and mentor student apprentices on residential and commercial job sites, maintaining high standards of competency, safety, and professionalism.

  • Provide hands-on instruction and real-time coaching in carpentry techniques appropriate to the current phase of each project.

  • Coordinate with Project Manager and lead carpentry instructors to align job site schedules with apprenticeship training objectives.

  • Ensure materials, parts, and components are verified and available in advance of each work phase.

  • Review blueprints, construction drawings, and project plans; assess existing conditions on remodeling projects to determine scope of work.

  • Uphold and enforce the College’s expectations for quality craftsmanship on every project.

  • Model virtuous manhood and a strong work ethic, holding students to the same standard.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in any combination of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

  • Leading apprentices on new residential construction builds

  • Residential and commercial remodeling

  • Deck and porch construction

  • Roof framing

  • Finish carpentry

  • Masonry and concrete form and finish work

Qualifications:

  • Faithfully Catholic; submits to Church authority in all Her teachings.

  • 5+ (Journeyman) years of experience in carpentry, or an Journeyman Carpenter License or equivalent.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead, instruct, and supervise workers or apprentices on active job sites.

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings.

  • Strong communication skills and a patient, formative approach to working with young men.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: $75,000–$85,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

  • 5–6 weeks of paid time off annually.

  • All Holy Days of Obligation observed.

  • Start date: August 1, 2025.

  • Work schedule varies based on project phase and job site needs.  

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