Carpenter Apprentice 1

Mortenson • Portland, OR

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About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Carpenter Apprentice I, II, III, or IV to assist Journeyman and Foreman Carpenters with their work while learning the carpentry trade. The role involves preparing construction sites, assembling temporary structures and forms, handling materials, and performing concrete and rough carpentry tasks. This position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties; responsibilities may change without notice. Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling more than 50 pounds must be done with assistance from another team member or equipment.

Mortenson is a builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) company working across markets including sports, renewable energy, data centers, and healthcare. The company says it aims to make a lasting positive impact through the built environment and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Visa sponsorship is not offered; applicants must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Currently enrolled in an apprenticeship program.
• Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, including active listening and openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to work precisely, visualize solid objects from drawings, read plans, and operate equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; handling loads over 50 pounds requires assistance from a team member or equipment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience on a construction site.

Responsibilities

• Set up trailers and build temporary structures, including decks, stairs, and roofs between office units.
• Install shelves, set up tool trailers and conex containers, place silt fences and straw bales, and prepare sites according to erosion control plans.
• Hand-set forms and assemble gang forms.
• Assist journeyman and foreman carpenters with shooting grades and elevations.
• Unload, handle, stockpile, and erect prefabricated materials.
• Perform concrete and rough carpentry, including hand-set walls and footings; gang wall forms; structural concrete decks; drywall; finish carpentry; doors, frames, and hardware; millwork; and cabinetry.
• Build relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED