Construction Carpenter

McGrath & Associates, Inc • Saint Louis, Missouri, United States • $45 / hour • 1w ago

Looking for steady work, a strong crew, and a company that actually backs its field?

At McGrath, our carpenters and laborers are the backbone of every project. You’ll be part of a team that takes pride in the work, values safety, and gets the job done right.

We’re a 100% employee-owned construction manager and general contractor with a strong pipeline of industrial, pharmaceutical, healthcare, energy, and commercial work—and we’re growing.

What you’ll actually be doing:

Performing general carpentry tasks on active jobsites
Reading and working from construction drawings
Operating hand tools and equipment safely
Assisting with layout, installation, and jobsite setup
Following all safety procedures and identifying hazards
Working alongside crews, superintendents, and project teams

Why guys choose McGrath:

Steady, reliable work – strong backlog of projects
Union position – Carpenters Union (we’ll help you get in if needed)
Good crews + leadership – work with people who know what they’re doing
Employee-owned company – pride in the work and the company
Projects that are clean, organized, and well-managed

What we’re looking for:

3+ years of construction or carpentry experience
Ability to read drawings and follow direction on-site
Reliable, hard-working, and takes pride in the job
Strong safety mindset (OSHA 10 preferred)
Ability to work in all conditions (indoor/outdoor)
Comfortable lifting, climbing, and working on active jobsites

Bonus if you have:

Experience operating lifts or forklifts
Experience in pharma, industrial, or healthcare construction
Union experience

What you get:

Current Journeyman Carpenter Wage: $45.87/hour
Union benefits (per collective bargaining agreement)
Overtime opportunities
Long-term, stable work with a respected contractor

McGrath is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position is Safety Sensitive and Mandatory Substance Abuse testing per the St. Louis Construction Industry Substance Abuse Consortium is required.