Carpenter Apprentice

Carpenter Apprentice

Location:

Blakely, PA (projects across Northeast PA)

Build a career you're proud of - without the nonsense.

At

, you'll find steady, year-round work, a respectful team, and leaders who invest in your growth. We're an

, founded in 2012, with two divisions -

and

• delivering high-quality remodels, additions, and new homes across Northeast Pennsylvania.

We're a

that values innovation, strategic management, and high performance - but more than that, we believe in providing a workplace with

. Our culture centers on teamwork, trust, and giving back to the community we serve. If you're a self-driven, organized, and solution-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in doing things the right way, you'll fit right in. At NEPA Builders, you won't just build homes -

Our Core Values

• Leaders Eat Last
  • We recognize that leadership is a service to others, not a title to hold. We lead with humility, and follow others with grace.
• Quality in Everything
  • Treat every client as if they were our own family, with the care and respect we'd show to our grandmother, and every home as if it were our own.
• Extreme Ownership, Extreme Integrity
  • We don't pass the blame or make excuses. Each team member takes full responsibility for their role, knowing that our integrity is defined by our actions. We are dedicated to being reliable, honest, and principled in every decision we make, no matter the difficulty. We know that honesty and integrity are the foundation of trust, and we are committed to being transparent with our clients and each other.
• Service with Purpose
  • We strive to serve not only our clients, but also those who need a helping hand, offering our skills and expertise to "Build" our community and make
  NEPA

  a better place.

• Adventure and Achievement
  • Short-term wins energize us, each one fueling our commitment to a vision that will outlast us and inspire future generations. Our pursuit of success is driven by adventure, constant growth, and a commitment to creating positive change that endures beyond our own time.

If you want a team that values craftsmanship and character, offers clear career paths, and gives back to the community, this is the place to do your best work.

As a

, you'll learn side-by-side with experienced carpenters on residential projects, from framing to finishes. You'll support site setup, material handling, and task execution while developing the skills to take on more responsibility. This is a hands-on training role with a clear path to Lead Carpenter and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Assist with framing, exterior trim/siding, window & door installs, decking, interior trim, cabinets, and finishes.

• Stage materials, keep tools organized, and help verify quantities to avoid downtime.

• Read basic plans/measurements; follow written and verbal directions from leads and managers.

• Maintain clean, safe, and professional job sites; practice daily safety habits.

• Use hand and power tools under supervision; care for company tools/equipment.

• Document progress (photos/notes) and flag issues early with suggested solutions.

• Uphold NEPA Builders' workmanship and client-service standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; strong basic math/measuring skills.

• Experience with hand and power tools (school/shop, summer work, or field) preferred.

• 0 to 2 years in construction/carpentry, trade-school background a plus.

• Team-oriented, dependable, coachable, and eager to learn.

• Physically able to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work indoors/outdoors in varied conditions.

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to jobs across NEPA.

Pay & Benefits

• Full-time, W-2 employee role

• Hourly Pay Range: $15.00 to $20.00 per hour (based on skills/experience)

• Overtime paid per Pennsylvania law

• Structured mentorship; paid learning opportunities

• Career advancement and performance-based wage growth. Additional benefits discussed during the interview process

Why Work With Us

Join a tight-knit, growing team that values craftsmanship, planning, and doing right by clients and each other. We invest in people who take ownership and want a career, not just a job.

Equal Opportunity Employer. NEPA Builders, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.