Job#: 3037970

Job Description:

We are hiring a Journeyman Carpenter!

Role: Journeyman Carpenter

Location: Merrifield, VA (Onsite)

Assignment Type: Contract

Duration: ~6 months

Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Carpenter to support complex building maintenance, construction, and repair initiatives within a professional, fast-paced environment. This role goes beyond traditional carpentry, offering the opportunity to lead projects, collaborate cross-functionally, and make a visible impact on large-scale facility operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to own projects from start to finish while contributing to meaningful, high-visibility work. Apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform construction, installation, alteration, and repair of buildings, equipment, and furnishings
• Build custom cabinetry, shelving, and specialty items
• Conduct preventive maintenance across building systems and furnishings
• Lead and manage building maintenance projects, coordinating with internal teams and external contractors
• Review blueprints and technical documentation to ensure accurate execution
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality, safety, and compliance standards
• Diagnose structural issues and recommend repairs, upgrades, or improvements
• Oversee and maintain equipment maintenance programs and checklists
• Train team members on equipment use and maintenance procedures
• Provide technical guidance across multiple trades (electrical, plumbing, maintenance)
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and national building codes and safety regulations
• Assemble, disassemble, and repair furniture, fixtures, and partitions

Qualifications:

• Proven experience performing at the Journeyman Carpenter level
• Strong knowledge of building codes, materials, tools, and safety standards
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents
• Experience managing or supporting projects and vendor coordination
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and on a team
• Ability to lift and handle materials/equipment 50+ lbs
• Valid driver’s license required

Preferred:

• Completion of a Carpentry Apprenticeship Program or equivalent training
• Experience in commercial maintenance environments
• High school diploma or equivalent

Compensation and Benefits: The pay rate for this position is between $30.00 and $41.75 per hour. Please note that the final rate may be contingent on experience and other factors.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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