Carpenter Journeyman

Climate Pros • Key West, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Carpenter Journeyman performs skilled journey-level carpentry supporting commercial refrigeration and HVAC/R construction projects. The role builds, installs, modifies, and repairs structural and finish components needed for equipment installation in new construction, remodel, and retrofit environments. The Journeyman works independently and with multiple trades to deliver safe, accurate, professional results in accordance with project documents, building codes, company standards, and applicable union requirements.

Climate Pros is preparing for anticipated growth across Florida in 2027 and is building a pipeline of qualified commercial refrigeration professionals. Future roles are expected to require statewide travel approximately four days per week. Applying does not guarantee employment or indicate that a specific position is currently available; qualified candidates may be contacted as workforce plans and approved openings are finalized. Future roles are expected to offer a highly competitive benefits package, with compensation aligned to experience, qualifications, location, and applicable agreements.

The work supports refrigeration systems that help keep food safe and essential businesses operating. The company emphasizes trade-focused leadership, safety, craftsmanship, continued training, professional conduct, and completing work correctly the first time. Work takes place in active construction and retail environments, indoors and outdoors, with varying temperatures, noise, dust, equipment, and jobsite hazards. Schedules may include early starts, nights, weekends, overtime, or off-hour work based on project requirements and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Requirements

• Journey-level commercial carpentry experience, with strong knowledge of construction methods, structural carpentry, layout, and finish practices.
• Ability to safely and accurately use trade-appropriate hand tools, power tools, ladders, lifts, and measuring instruments.
• Ability to read construction documents, identify field conflicts, and coordinate work with mechanical and electrical trades.
• Demonstrated reliability, productivity, quality workmanship, situational awareness, and commitment to a safe jobsite.
• Ability to work independently, follow direction, adapt to changing site conditions, and contribute to a high-performing crew.
• Ability to reliably report to assigned jobsites and meet statewide travel requirements, expected approximately four days per week.
• Ability to perform the described physical tasks and lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Current trade credentials, safety training, and union standing as required by the assignment or applicable agreement.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record may be required for travel between jobsites.

Nice To Haves

• Commercial refrigeration, HVAC/R, grocery, retail, or other mechanical-construction experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform journey-level layout, framing, blocking, curb, platform, enclosure, equipment-support, and finish carpentry for commercial refrigeration and mechanical construction projects.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, specifications, work orders, and field conditions to complete accurate installation and layout.
• Construct or modify structural features to accommodate refrigeration equipment, piping, ductwork, electrical conduit, and control systems.
• Install anchors, sleeves, access panels, equipment pads, protective housings, and other components required by mechanical plans and project specifications.
• Coordinate work sequence and access with refrigeration technicians, electricians, pipefitters, case setters, project leadership, and other trades.
• Complete repair, retrofit, and remodeling work on structures supporting refrigeration systems while minimizing disruption to customer operations.
• Inspect completed work, correct deficiencies, and maintain company standards for safety, productivity, craftsmanship, and customer readiness.
• Protect company and customer property; maintain organized tools, equipment, materials, and clean jobsites.
• Communicate professionally with crew members, project leaders, customers, and other trade partners.
• Follow OSHA requirements, local building codes, environmental policies, project-specific safety plans, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Benefits

• Future roles are expected to offer a highly competitive benefits package; specific benefits are not listed.
• Ongoing training and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals.

What This Job Offers

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