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Construction Carpenter

Cennox
Cennox Salary
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2026
Cennox is looking for a Carpenter to work in the Oakland, CA area. Primary business is commercial construction and renovation services for financial institutions. Project runs after hours, evenings, and weekend. Project lasts from June-September.

Position Summary

Carpenter responsibilities include onsite management of commercial renovation projects. Project work takes place after hours and on weekends. The ideal candidate should have construction experience, ability to work without direct supervision, excellent oral and written communication skills, and be able to organize their work using MS office tools. Ultimately, a successful Carpenter should ensure the efficient and smooth day-to-day communication with Clients, Sub-Contractors, and internal staff.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Conduct site surveys to determine initial project plan with Project Manager.
  • Ensure all required materials orders, equipment delivery, and inspections occur to support the project schedule.
  • Responsible for site safety. Ensure the overall jobsite is safe for workers and visitors as well as manage compliance with established company safety policies.
  • Understand, review, and manage project plans, specifications, and manufacturer's data and execute project based upon said documentation.
  • Review construction documents for completeness and constructability.
  • Manage the overall project and 3-week look ahead schedules, including working in master schedules and updating it on a weekly basis.
  • Generate RFI's (Requests for Information) as required to ensure completeness of the project documents and identifying and clarifying any discrepancies.
  • Work with the project team to follow the company’s quality control program for the project.
  • Conduct preconstruction planning meetings.
  • Conduct on-site project meetings with subcontractors and construction trades lead personnel to clearly identify scope of work and quality expectations.
  • Manage subcontractors for all work performed on-site.
  • Set an example in keeping the job site organized and clean, including meeting standards for waste disposal and environmental protection.
  • Track site progress, capture progress photos and report subcontractor onsite manhours utilizing an app on your phone.

Job Requirements

  • Construction Management / Carpentry experience (2 years minimum).
  • 2 years of proven leadership or supervisory role.
  • Clean DMV/Drug Test/Background Check back to 18 years old.
  • Comfortable reading and understanding blueprints and drawings.
  • Reliable transportation and flexible work hours.
  • All work is completed after hours at night and on weekends.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
  • High level of attention to detail.
  • Experience with interior finishes.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift and move 50 or more pounds
  • Ability to work indoors and outside (including during inclement weather)
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to sit and drive vehicle with extensive travel
  • Ability to climb, bend, stoop, and reach freely
  • Vision correctable to 20/20

Cennox provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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