Carpenter Apprentice — Grant Hill Construction
Portland, OR | Part-Time
Who We Are
Grant Hill Construction does residential remodeling done right — kitchens, bathrooms, and whole-home projects across the Portland metro. We're a small, growing team that takes craftsmanship seriously and treats every client's home with real care. We're looking for someone who wants to learn the trade and treat people the right way.
The Role
This is an entry-level, hands-on position working alongside our Lead Carpenter on active remodel job sites. You'll carry, cut, prep, and assist — and if you show up with the right attitude, you'll learn fast. We'll teach you the craft. You bring the work ethic.
What We're Looking For
Experience matters less than character. We want someone who:
- Genuinely wants to learn carpentry and take pride in doing it well
- Shows up on time, every time, ready to work
- Takes direction well and asks good questions
- Treats the client's home the way you'd want someone treating yours
- Cleans up without being asked
- Looks for things to do, to stay busy
- Stays positive when the day gets hard
We'd rather train someone with the right attitude than manage someone with bad habits.
What You'll Do Day-to-Day
- Assist the Lead Carpenter on kitchen, bath, and whole-home remodel projects
- Demo, prep, and rough carpentry work
- Material handling, site cleanup
- Learn finish carpentry, trim work, door and window installation
- Represent GHC professionally around clients and subcontractors
What You'll Bring
- Basic hand and power tool familiarity (preferred, not required)
- Reliable transportation to job sites around the Portland metro
- A willingness to do the unglamorous work without complaint
- A long-term interest in building a career in the trades
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay to start, with clear path to advancement
- Hands-on mentorship from experienced craftsmen
- Consistent, stable work with a growing company
- A team that does things right and expects the same from everyone
Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
