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Carpenter

Mortenson Construction
Albuquerque, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/23/2026
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Responsible for the construction and repair of wood and wallboard fixtures in compliance with local building codes and general construction principals.

EXPECTATIONS OF ALL TEAM MEMBERS

At Mortenson, we believe everyone is a leader. For that reason, every team member is expected to apply our leadership principles - Do the Right Thing, We Before Me and Inspire What's Possible - in their work. This means we act with dependability, initiative and a positive attitude to produce high quality work and deliver an exceptional customer experience. We are on time, productive and consistent in our attendance. We approach work as part of a team, listen to the opinions of others and cooperate to achieve project goals. We accept direction from supervisors and seek out constructive feedback. We follow rules and procedures to ensure quality work and safeguard the wellbeing of ourselves and others. We push to exceed the established goals, standards and accountabilities of our positions to increase quality, safety and innovation.

All team members are responsible for supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, as well as positively contributing to our company culture. This begins by aligning with Mortenson's values and ethical standards as stated in the Mortenson Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, in addition to abiding by the procedures and practices outlined in the Mortenson Operations Manual.

KEY RESULT AREAS (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

Set up trailers

Study blueprints, sketches or building plans for information pertaining to type of material required, such as lumber or fiberboard. Measures the dimensions of structure of fixture to be fabricated

Build decks, stairs, roofs and other temporary structures between office units, plan tables, install shelves, setup tool trailers and/or conex's, silt fences and/or straw bales, setup site per erosion control plan

Hand-set forms and/or assemble the gang forms

Assist journeyman and foreman with the shooting of grades and elevations

Unload, handle, stockpile, and erect of all pre-fabricated materials

Concrete and rough carpentry

  1. Hand set Walls
  2. Footings
  3. Set Gang Wall Forms
  4. Structural Concrete Decks
  5. Drywall
  6. Finish Carpentry, doors, frames, and hardware
  7. Millwork and cabinetry

Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

All other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  1. Ability to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy
  2. Ability to picture solid objects from drawings or diagrams
  3. Strong teamwork orientation
  4. Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
  5. Detail orientation
  6. Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  1. High school diploma or GED
  2. Minimum of two years of experience as a carpenter
  3. Trade or technical school certification/diploma is a plus
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequency codes: (A) Always, (F) Frequently, (O) Occasionally, (N) Never

A - See (naturally or corrected)

A - Hear (naturally or corrected)

A - Traverse construction site daily

A - Balance

A - Manual dexterity

A - Arm steadiness

A - Dirt

F - Heat/Cold

F- Excessive noise

A - Dust

O - Grease/Oil

O - Vibration

F - Heights

O - Confined spaces

O - Sitting

A - Standing

A - Walking

F - Crouching/Stooping

F - Kneeling/Squatting

F - Climbing

A - Repetitive hand/arm/leg movements

F - Lifting/Carrying Up to 50lbs

O - Lifting/Carrying 50lbs

F - Pushing/Pulling Up to 50lbs

O - Pushing/Pulling 50lbs

F - Reaching (high or low)

*Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

This position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.

Please make note:

  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let's Redefine Possible

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

  • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
  • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

 

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