Journeyman Carpenter

RJM Construction was founded on a simple principle: to serve the client. Commitment to realizing our clients vision continues to be the driving force behind our work. Our people drive that visionary change.

With our headquarters in the Twin Cities, RJM Construction has more than 150 staff members and an annual construction volume of $256 million. We specialize in community, healthcare, corporate, and multifamily projects, serving clients throughout Minnesota and neighboring states. Our expertise includes general contracting, construction management, design-build, and preconstruction services.Currently RJM has an opening for a Journeyman Carpenter. If you want to be at the forefront of building - including your career - let's talk! You'll become part of an inclusive, dynamic team that works collaboratively and reaches our goals.

If you enjoy building quality structures and like to be part of a team from ground up to opening day, this may be the role for you! As a carpenter at RJM Construction, you will be responsible for designing, building, stalling and repairing structures, fixtures, furniture and other items using different types of materials including wood and steel. We offer a positive work environment, opportunities for advancement and a rewarding career. This position is a member of the local Carpenter Union.

ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Prepare the layout of the project including estimate proportions and select materials.
• Work with blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
• Work with materials such as wood, plastic, fiberglass, or drywall.
• Utilize chisels, planes, saws, drills, and sanders to repair and erect structures.
• Join materials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesives.
• Work with prefabricated buildings.
• Create structures for pouring concrete.
• Erect scaffolding.
• Build tunnel bracing.
• Build concrete forms for tunnel or sewer construction project.
• Replace panes of glass, ceiling tiles, and doors.
• Repair or build furniture.
• Install partitions, doors, and windows.
• Move and install machinery.

Education:

• Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work. High School Graduate

Work Experience:

• Minimum of three years in all phases of commercial construction.
• Knowledge of commercial construction and remodeling trades, practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, specifications, quality control, cost control and safety.

Demonstrated Technical Competencies to include:

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Viewpoint CS and Sage/Timberline experience desirable, but not necessary

Demonstrated Professional Competencies to include:

• Knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions
• Ability to work independently and complete activities according to work schedule
• Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long period of time
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing

The hourly pay rate for the Union Journeyman Carpenter position is $45.54. Please note that wage rates are subject to change based on the release of updated union wage rate sheets for the 2025-2026 period.