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Montenson

Family-owned builder of stadiums and renewables

Carpenter Apprentice

Carpentry & Interior FinishingPosted on Nov 13
InternshipDeKalb, IL, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Currently enrolled in an apprenticeship program.
  • Previous construction-site experience is preferred.
  • Ability to work with precision, visualize solid objects from drawings, read plans, and operate equipment such as table saws, radial arm saws, belt and disc sanders, drill presses, fall protection equipment, rigging, and form systems.
  • Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements and lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; heavier items require assistance from another team member or equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Set up trailers and build temporary structures, including decks, stairs, and roofs, between office units.
  • Install shelves; set up tool trailers or conex containers, silt fences, and straw bales; and prepare the site according to the erosion control plan.
  • Hand-set forms and assemble gang forms.
  • Assist journeymen and foremen with shooting grades and elevations.
  • Unload, handle, stockpile, and erect prefabricated materials.
  • Perform concrete and rough carpentry, including hand-set walls, footings, gang wall forms, structural concrete decks, drywall, finish carpentry, doors, frames, hardware, millwork, and cabinetry.
  • Build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience on a construction site.

About the Company

Montenson

Family-owned builder of stadiums and renewables

Mortenson is a family-owned construction and development firm that plans, builds, and manages large projects across the United States. It works in sectors like sports venues (including stadiums) and renewable energy (wind and solar), as well as healthcare, data centers, and real estate development. The firm distinguishes itself through its long family history, growth from a small local contractor into a national builder, and a track record of delivering high-profile, complex projects. Its goal is to expand its nationwide presence by taking on challenging landmark projects across multiple sectors and advancing sustainable energy and community-focused developments, while remaining family-owned.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Minneapolis, MN
Founded
1954

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