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Carpenter
Balfour Beatty
Location : Jonesboro, GA, 30236
Job Type : Contractor
Salary : competitive
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Balfour Beatty
Carpenter
Become Part of Our Team
As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- Holidays
- Paid Personal Days
- Paid Volunteer time
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
Summary
Balfour Beatty in Georgia is seeking a Carpenter. The Carpenter is responsible for a variety of tasks to maintain productivity at the job site. Activities are coordinated with the Project Manager and the Superintendent. The ideal candidate will be an all-around handyman with skills in drywall/patching, blocking/backing, concrete, painting, caulking, door installation, general clean-up and material handling.
Essential Functions
- Constructing scaffold
- Performing rough formwork
- Constructing gang ladders
- Constructing slab box outs, set sleeves
- Layout and installation of wall blocking
- Installation of roof blocking
- Hanging and finishing drywall
- Floor leveling
- Caulking
- Patching patch hollow metal doors and frames (bondo)
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma preferred, and on-the-job training required.
- A minimum of 5 years commercial construction field experience.
- Must be able to read safety rules, instructions in the use and maintenance of truck, tools, and equipment, and methods and procedures.
- Basic knowledge of reading blueprints.
Preferred Experience
- Drywall/patching
- Blocking/backing
- Concrete
- Painting
- Caulking
- Door installation
- General clean-up & Material handling
About us
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business. Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
Freqently Asked Questions
Successful carpenters in Jonesboro often demonstrate proficiency in drywall finishing, concrete work, and door installation. Combining these with blueprint reading and safety compliance significantly enhances productivity in commercial construction environments like those at Balfour Beatty.
A journeyman carpenter typically carries five or more years of hands-on experience, expected to handle complex tasks independently. In contrast, entry-level carpenters usually focus on foundational skills and assist with basic duties while gaining on-the-job training.
Carpenters in Jonesboro can anticipate average salaries ranging from $40,000 to $55,000 annually, depending on experience and skills. Specialized expertise in commercial construction and certifications may push earnings toward the higher end of this spectrum.
While Balfour Beatty emphasizes on-the-job training and experience, certifications related to OSHA safety standards and blueprint reading can strengthen a carpenter’s profile, aligning with their zero harm® safety culture and project demands.
Balfour Beatty offers a robust benefits package including tuition assistance and paid volunteer days, which distinguishes it from many local employers. Their commitment to safety and innovation also fosters a supportive environment for carpenters seeking career growth.
Versatility is highly valued at Balfour Beatty; carpenters are expected to perform diverse duties such as scaffold construction, drywall finishing, and caulking. This adaptability ensures smooth project execution and aligns with their comprehensive commercial construction approach.
Jonesboro’s growing commercial construction market fuels steady demand for experienced carpenters. Job seekers with multi-trade skills and a solid safety record often find quicker placement and better negotiating power in this competitive landscape.
Proximity to job sites in Jonesboro can impact scheduling flexibility and daily commute times. Balfour Beatty’s projects may require timely arrival, so local candidates often benefit from reduced travel stress and increased reliability on site.
Daily tasks include laying out wall blocking, installing roof blocking, and performing rough formwork. Carpenters also manage material handling and site cleanup, ensuring safety and efficiency are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
Balfour Beatty supports career growth through mentoring and tuition assistance, allowing carpenters to advance into supervisory roles or specialized crafts. Commitment to skill development and safety can open pathways to project management or technical leadership.
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