Carpenter Apprentice & Custom Framing / Finish Assistant

Carpenter Apprentice & Custom Framing / Finish Assistant

Company Name: Mountaintop Construction Inc.

Location: Towaco, NJ (Northern NJ Regional Deployments across Morris, Essex, & Passaic Counties)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday (Overtime or occasional weekend coverage dictated by site milestones)

Industry: Residential & Commercial Construction, High-End Remodeling, Custom Framing, and Finish Carpentry

Pay Scale: $20.00 to $25.00 per hour ($41,600.00 to $52,000.00 base annual equivalent + Overtime Earnings)

Incentives: Weekly Pay Cycle, Performance Bonuses, Profit-Sharing Opportunities, Company Uniforms Provided, Paid Technical Training, Direct Mentorship Pathways

The Opportunity

Mountaintop Construction Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking Carpenter Apprentice & Custom Framing / Finish Assistant to join our field operations team in Towaco, NJ.

In this hands-on field role, you will work directly alongside seasoned lead carpenters and master craftsmen on high-end residential remodels, structural framing, custom additions, and commercial fit-outs. You will gain direct experience in wall framing, plan layout, cabinet setting, architectural millwork, and finish trim installation. If you bring a strong work ethic, a commitment to jobsite safety, and a desire to learn fine custom carpentry from the ground up, Mountaintop Construction Inc. provides steady year-round work, weekly pay, paid training, and clear advancement pathways to Journeyman and Lead Carpenter roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Field Carpentry Support: Assist Lead Carpenters and site superintendents with rough framing, structural modifications, and finish carpentry tasks across residential and commercial jobsites.
• Site Layout & Prep Work: Help stage work areas, take accurate field measurements, cut dimensional lumber, and assist with wall, floor, and roof layout according to construction plans.
• Architectural Installation Support: Assist with the staging, assembly, and installation of custom cabinetry, interior doors, crown molding, baseboards, window trim, and architectural millwork.
• Tool & Material Stewardship: Load, unload, stage, and organize lumber, materials, power tools, air compressors, and specialized carpentry equipment safely.
• Jobsite Safety & Cleanliness: Maintain clean, hazard-free work zones, manage daily site cleanup, set up safety barriers, and adhere strictly to company safety protocols and OSHA standards.
• Active Trade Mentorship: Follow technical direction from senior trade leads, learn architectural blueprint reading, and master carpentry techniques to expand your skill set.
• Team Collaboration: Maintain respectful, clear communication with lead carpenters, trade subcontractors, and project managers to keep daily tasks moving efficiently.

What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required

• Trade Experience: 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in general construction, carpentry assistance, framing, or residential remodeling.
• Tool Aptitude: Practical familiarity with standard carpentry hand and power tools (miter saws, circular saws, nail guns, levels, measuring tapes).
• Physical Capability: Physical stamina to lift up to 75 lbs, work on scaffolding/ladders, and perform active field labor in varying Northern New Jersey weather conditions.
• Professional Mindset: Dependable, punctual, safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and driven by a desire to master the carpentry trade.
• Mobility Credentials: Valid driver license with reliable personal transportation to travel between regional jobsites across Northern NJ.

Preferred

• Educational Foundation: Completion of a vocational construction program, trade school diploma, or high school diploma/GED.
• Language Capabilities: Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Safety Certifications: Active OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety credential.

Compensation & Benefits

• Guaranteed Hourly Pay: $20.00 to $25.00 per hour based on carpentry background, paid on a dependable weekly pay cycle.
• Performance Upside: Project performance bonuses and eligibility for company profit-sharing.
• Health & Future Security: Comprehensive employee medical insurance options and corporate retirement savings plan.
• Paid Time Off: Earned PTO allocations covering paid company holidays, vacation days, and personal sick leave.
• Career Investment: Company uniforms provided, company-paid technical training, and direct mentorship to advance to Journeyman and Lead Carpenter roles.
• Team Culture: Family-oriented work environment with ongoing team events and community charity initiatives.

About Mountaintop Construction Inc.

Mountaintop Construction Inc. is a family-owned general contractor delivering high-quality residential and commercial construction across Northern New Jersey. We foster an operational environment built on mutual respect, professional mentorship, and shared project success—providing our apprentices with the tools, safety training, and guidance needed to build a lasting trade career. Learn more about our firm at www.mountaintopconstruction.net.

Selection choices are guided strictly by job-related capabilities, trade dedication, and verified field performance records.