Carpenter Helper

Carpenter Helper – Historic Restoration

Worcester Eisenbrandt (WEI), a historic restoration construction company, is seeking a motivated Carpenter Helper to assist with restoration and preservation projects throughout the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) metropolitan area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in developing carpentry skills and learning historic restoration techniques while working alongside experienced craftspeople.

This is a full-time position offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist carpenters with the restoration, repair, and installation of historic woodwork and architectural elements.
• Gather, transport, load, and unload tools, materials, and equipment at project sites.
• Measure, mark, and prepare materials for cutting and assembly under the direction of a carpenter.
• Assist with the installation of commercial windows, doors, frames, weatherstripping, and hardware.
• Help restore and repair wood cornices, doors, windows, trim, and other historic wood components.
• Clean and prepare work areas before, during, and after construction activities.
• Operate basic hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Assist in erecting and dismantling scaffolding, ladders, and temporary work platforms.
• Support concrete, masonry, plaster, and general construction activities as needed.
• Assist with material handling, demolition, surface preparation, and site cleanup.
• Follow company safety policies and wear required PPE at all times.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized manner.
• Work collaboratively with carpenters, masons, plasterers, laborers, and supervisors.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn historic restoration methods, carpentry techniques, plaster restoration, and other skilled trades.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project completion.
• Ability to work overtime and travel to project locations as required.
• Projects are primarily located in Baltimore, Maryland, with additional work throughout the DMV region.

Physical Requirements

• Dependable, reliable, and able to meet job responsibilities consistently.
• Perform physically demanding work, including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and carrying materials.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements and safely operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to wear required PPE, including safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats.
• Must be able to climb and maintain balance on scaffolding two or more stories high.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical labor for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Previous construction, carpentry, or restoration experience is required.
• Knowledge of and experience operating shop equipment, such as band, table saw or planer is a plus.
• Ability to safely use and maintain shop tools and equipment used in carpentry and historic restoration work.
• Familiarity with proper safety procedures when operating power tools and woodworking machinery.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn from experienced craftsmen.
• Interest in historic restoration and preservation work.
• Basic knowledge of construction tools and job site safety practices.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Reliable transportation to and from project sites.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• OSHA 10 certification is a plus.
• Experience with commercial construction or historic preservation projects is a plus.

How to Apply

If you are not on the WEI Careers page:  APPLY HERE    

Equal Opportunity Statement

Worcester Eisenbrandt, Inc. (WEI) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and encourages veterans to apply. WEI provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
WEI confirms work authorization through E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon successful post-offer drug screening, background check, and physical.