Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

At Zernco, we believe success starts with people. That's why we prioritize the satisfaction of our employees, clients, and subcontractors-never sacrificing values for profit. We reject mediocrity and continually invest in our people, technology, and feedback-driven growth to ensure exceptional construction experiences every time.

We're currently hiring a Carpenter to join our field team. This is a traveling position, supporting projects across the 34+ states where we operate. If you're committed to quality craftsmanship and take pride in building great things with a great team-let's talk Zernco.

What You'll Do:

• Construct, install, and repair commercial structures including doors, floors, walls, windows, cabinetry, roofs, stairways, and kitchen equipment
• Perform both rough and finish carpentry on commercial job sites
• Install drywall, insulation, tile, trim, siding, and other materials according to job specifications
• Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment including saws, drills, planers, joiners, sanders, and other power/hand tools
• Install locks, knobs, hinges, closures, and other door and window hardware
• Inspect and ensure all work meets building codes and Zernco's quality standards
• Build and dismantle forms for concrete pours; erect and disassemble scaffolding, traffic barricades, ramps, and other temporary structures
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized worksite daily-housekeeping is a shared team priority
• Load, unload, and identify building materials, delivering to appropriate work locations as directed
• Attend and actively participate in weekly safety meetings
• Perform work in compliance with all OSHA standards and jobsite safety protocols
• Report safety concerns or hazards to your Superintendent immediately
• Travel to job sites nationwide;
  Zernco commits to getting traveling team members home twice per month whenever possible

What Success Looks Like:

• Projects are completed safely, with high quality, and on schedule
• You consistently follow safety protocols and contribute to a culture of jobsite safety
• Work is clean, detailed, and aligned with project expectations and construction codes
• You are a team player who communicates well with your Superintendent and fellow crew members
• You remain productive and adaptable on new jobsites and in changing environments
• You keep tools and materials maintained and work areas clean
• You represent Zernco's values of integrity, ownership, and doing the right thing-always

What We're Looking For:

• Willingness to travel nationwide up to 100%
• 1-3 years of commercial carpentry experience (or equivalent training)
• OSHA 10 (or ability to complete within 60 days)
• Valid driver's license
• Preferred:
  Forklift, bobcat, or lift certifications; CPR/First Aid certified
• Familiarity with commercial building codes, construction methods, and safety standards
• Physically capable of manually digging, dragging, pushing, pulling various materials and objects up to 50lbs

Benefits:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees
• Dental, vision
• Short-term disability and Life insurance policy (company-paid)
• 401(k) match
• $150 daily per diem for food/lodging (you manage your own travel accommodations)
• Mileage reimbursement ($.60/mile) + paid travel time
• Company-provided iPad

Perks:

• ZBucks to buy swag, tools, or tech relevant to your position
• Employee referral bonuses
• Quarterly & annual performance awards
• Milestone anniversary gifts
• Performance-based discretionary bonuses