Overview
Carpenter Jobs in Sparks, NV at VetJobs
Title: Carpenter
Company: VetJobs
Location: Sparks, NV
Job Description
POSITION: Journeyman Carpenter / Deck and Patio Cover Builder
Zion Builders, Inc. is a premier deck‑building company and the only TrexPro Platinum contractor in northern Nevada. We are a family‑owned business seeking career‑minded carpenters who want to grow with our team and help build high‑quality outdoor structures throughout the Reno/Sparks area and the Tahoe Basin.
Schedule : Full Time
Location : North-west Nevada
Wages : Discussed with applicant based on experience
Minimum / Preferred Requirements
- Minimum 5 years trade‑related carpentry experience
- Maintain reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license eligible for company vehicle use
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
- Ability to pass a written carpentry test involving fractions to 1/16 inch
- Consistent punctuality and reliable attendance
- Willingness to travel to job sites throughout Reno/Sparks, Washoe County, and the Tahoe Basin
Required Tools (minimum)
- Impact drill
- Sawzall
- Circular saw
- Framing nailer
- Magnetic screw‑gun tip and drill bits
- Grinder
- 4‑foot level
- Tool bags and standard hand tools (catspaw, flat bar, hammer)
- Laser level
- 100‑foot extension cord
- Planer
- 35‑foot tape measure
- Mobile phone
Job Responsibilities / Duties 2. Carpentry
- Customer Service Goal: Deliver a positive customer experience that supports referrals and future work.
- Maintain a clean job site; store materials properly and remove waste promptly
- Minimize impact on customer property, including walkways, entryways, and landscaping
- Maintain a smoke‑ and vape‑free job site by using designated areas away from the work zone
- Communicate customer needs clearly and professionally with the contractor
Rough framing; installation of composite and wood decking and handrail; aluminum patio covers; footings; concrete; tie‑steel; drywall; paint; roofing; gutters; siding; exterior trim; pavers.
Goal: Construct high‑quality projects with attention to detail and craftsmanship.
- Maintain all necessary tools in proper working condition
- Inspect materials for defects and verify alignment
- Paint deck substructures to reduce visibility and preserve wood
3. Field Safety
Goal: Ensure safety for employees, customers, and bystanders to prevent injuries and property damage.
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized work environments
- Evaluate practices and facilities for risk and compliance with the Zion Builders Safety Plan
- Recommend improvements or new prevention measures
- Inspect products, tools and equipment for safe and proper functioning.
Skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Advanced carpentry skills
- Strong time‑management abilities
- Ability to read building specifications and blueprints
- Accurate time and mileage tracking using digital apps
- Ability to track job costs and receipts
- Literacy in English or Spanish
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for up to 8 hours per day with appropriate breaks
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
- Ability to work safely at heights using ladders, scaffolding and fall‑protection equipment
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
Personal Attributes
Candidates Must Demonstrate
- Respect, honesty and trustworthiness
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Strong work ethic
- Professional appearance and demeanor at all times
Dress code is casual work attire with pants, gloves and work boots featuring lug soles. Offensive or vulgar language or imagery on clothing, tattoos, or music is not permitted on job sites.
Additional Requirements
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and verification of eligibility to work in the United States.
Zion Builders, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.
Auto req ID
477085BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Job_Category
Construction
Certificates/Security Clearances/Other
Minimum OSHA 10 prior to start
City*
Sparks
State*
Nevada
Job Code
Carpenter Carpenter
Affiliate Sponsor
Zion Builders Inc
Salary Range
$45,000-$60,000
