Carpenter / Building Services Technician

About this role

Join a busy commercial building services crew in Houston, TX as a Building Services Technician. You’ll handle facility maintenance, repairs, and minor construction for commercial sites — work that uses your carpentry skills and practical problem solving every day. This role is best for experienced carpenters who are self-motivated, safety-focused and comfortable working independently on client-facing projects. Expect hands-on tasks across rough and finish carpentry, painting and basic concrete work, with travel between local job sites as needed.

What you'll do

• • Perform rough and finish carpentry, trim, door and hardware installation, cabinet work and basic concrete tasks on commercial sites.
• • Diagnose facility issues, make repairs, prepare cost-conscious material estimates, source materials and coordinate with vendors.
• • Complete painting, surface preparation, tape and float, and minor finishing work to meet project standards.
• • Follow OSHA safety protocols, use required PPE, maintain clean and hazard-free work areas and enforce site safety standards.
• • Communicate directly with clients, supervisors and team members to coordinate scope, schedules and project handoffs; organize daily tasks to meet deadlines.

What we're looking for

• • 3–5+ years commercial carpentry or facilities maintenance experience with strong finish and rough carpentry skills.
• • Possess OSHA 10 certification and a solid understanding of building codes and ADA standards.
• • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; able to travel between job sites and carry tools/equipment.
• • Comfortable using hand and power tools, working at heights, lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing ladders and standing for long periods.
• • Proficient with basic tech: tablets, email, scheduling apps, and reading technical drawings/measurements. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• • OSHA 10 certification required
• • Valid driver’s license
• • High school diploma or GED preferred
• • Bilingual: English and Spanish (preferred)
• • 3–5+ years commercial carpentry/facilities maintenance experience
• • Proficient with tablets, email and scheduling software

What we offer

• • Medical, dental and vision options available.
• • Paid time off and company-observed holidays.
• • Retirement plan (401k) or similar savings plan.
• • Training and certification support to grow skills and advance on commercial projects.
• • Tool allowance or reimbursement and mileage reimbursement for travel between job sites.

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