Role Overview:
The Journeyman Carpenter is a highly skilled tradesperson responsible for the precise and compliant construction and installation of specialized components for AVM Group’s cleanroom, dry room, and radiation shielding vault projects. This role requires extensive travel to various project sites across the country, demanding exceptional carpentry skills, meticulous attention to detail, and strict adherence to specific contamination control and safety protocols inherent in controlled environments and radiation protection. You will be a critical part of the field team, ensuring the highest quality of installation and contributing directly to the successful completion of highly specialized projects.
Key Responsibilities
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of verifiable experience as a Journeyman Carpenter specializing in commercial, industrial, or cleanroom settings.
- Expert-level proficiency in operating rotary/line laser layout systems, powder- and gas-actuated fastening tools, heavy-duty metal chop saws, and auto-feed screw framing systems.
- OSHA 10 hours certified (OSHA 30 certification preferred), along with specialized ICRA (Infection Control Risk Assessment) training.
- Previous experience with overseeing, directing, and mentoring Carpenter Apprentices, providing vital on-the-job training (OJT) to help keep the craft alive, ensure quality and safety compliance.
Core Competencies
- Strong Work Ethic & Reliability: Punctual, dependable, and committed to showing up ready to work every day.
- Curiosity: Active listening skills and a strong desire to learn.
- Growth Mindset & Receptivity: Takes direction and constructive critique positively to continuously improve work quality.
- Safety Mindset: Proactive commitment to job site safety and strict adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Team Collaboration: Ability to work productively alongside Journeymen and peers.
- Detail-Oriented Problem Solving: Sharp attention to detail and ability to think critically when site conditions change.
Requirements
Enrollment Eligibility
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel to various job sites and regional training centers.
- Legal work authorization: Valid state-issued photo ID, birth certificate, and legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- Minimum 5 years of professional journeyman experience.
- Willing to enroll and obtain or hold an active union membership in good standing with the regional Carpenters union.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform demanding physical labor in various environmental conditions.
- Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver materials weighing up to 75 lbs.
- Physical stamina to stand, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and work at elevated heights.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and spatial reasoning.
Benefits
- Full-time employment
- Employer-paid health insurance which includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Pension/annuity contributions
- Full health benefit coverage begins after 90 days in the program.
Compensation
Base Rates
As of May of 2026, the current taxable Journeyman Carpenter base rates in Ohio range from approximately $39.54/hour depending on the regional zone/county.
Fringe Benefits
The total package exceeds $65.11/hour when including employer-paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and pension/annuity contributions. Full health benefit coverage begins after 90 days in the program.
Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.