Journeyman Carpenter

About this role

Experienced journeyman carpenter needed for day-shift assignments in Abilene, TX. This role focuses on concrete formwork, wood framing, and general finish and rough carpentry on local projects. You’ll work with a small crew following plans and specifications, set and strip concrete forms, handle floor and roof framing, and perform accurate measuring and cutting. Per diem is provided for covered assignments; reliable attendance and a solid carpentry background are required.

What you'll do

• • Read and follow drawings, specifications, and layout marks on site
• • Set, secure, and strip concrete forms and perform formwork carpentry
• • Perform wood framing tasks: wall, floor, and roof framing
• • Measure, cut, fit, and fasten rough and finish carpentry components
• • Maintain tools, clean work areas, and follow site safety procedures

What we're looking for

• • 5+ years of hands-on carpentry experience, including formwork and framing
• • Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints and layout drawings
• • Skilled in both rough and finish carpentry techniques
• • Strong measuring and cutting skills with hand and power tools
• • Able to perform physical labor, lift heavy materials, and work day shifts

Qualifications

• • Journeyman-level carpentry experience (5+ years)
• • Proficient in blueprint/print reading
• • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• • Able to pass pre-employment background and drug screening
• • OSHA 10 (or similar safety training) preferred

What we offer

• • Day-shift schedule for predictable hours
• • Per diem provided for eligible assignments
• • Consistent, multi-week project assignments in the Abilene area
• • Work alongside experienced carpenters and crew leaders
• • Clear, hands-on scope of work with trade-specific tasks

Jobs find you

Skillit connects craft workers directly with contractors hiring for your trade. No resumes, no chasing listings. Build your profile once and let jobs find you.

• Get discovered automatically: Contractors search for talent like you every day.
• No more chasing listings: Skillit surfaces your profile when a job matches your skills and certs.
• Sam does the legwork: Your craft hiring assistant works 24/7 to connect you with active hiring contractors.