Carpenter
City of Houston
Posted: January 16, 2026 (1 day ago)
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City of San Antonio
Parks & Recreation
Location
San Antonio, Texas, 78205
Salary
From $39,658.84
per year
Type
Full Time
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This entry-level carpenter position involves helping a more experienced carpenter with everyday tasks like building and fixing furniture, installing walls and tiles, and maintaining park facilities in San Antonio.
It's a hands-on job that requires physical work, such as lifting up to 50 pounds and using basic tools, mostly outdoors or in varying weather.
A good fit would be someone with at least one year of basic carpentry experience who is reliable, physically fit, and eager to learn on the job.
Installs and replaces gypsum board, ceiling tile, floor tile, etc.Assists in building, repairing, and installing counters, cabinets, shelves, tables, benches, partitions, floors, doors, building framework, and trims.Assists in building office furniture such as desks, bookcases, and computer stands.Installs and repairs glass in windows, doors, and partitions.Removes interior and exterior walls, doors, and windows, may require lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds.Measures and cuts material for carpentry projects and operates basic carpentry tools and equipment.Sands, cleans, glues, and fastens materials using nails, screws, and staples.Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
Qualifications Ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.One (1) year of carpentry experience.Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Ability to read and write English.
Basic computer skills.
Familiar with SAP/CRM computer systems.High School Diploma or GED.APPLICANT INFORMATION:If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing.
Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification.
Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job.
One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.
One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
Additional Information Knowledge of carpentry terminology and materials used in the trade.Knowledge of basic mathematics.Skill in using carpentry tools and equipment.Ability to learn to use the more complex tools of the trade.Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.Working conditions are inside and outside with frequent exposure to temperature variations, dust, dirt, noise, and toxic fumes and vapors.
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