NOTE FOR APPLICANTS: Due to shifting priorities, our current need for entry-level or no-experience carpenters is limited. We're prioritizing experienced hires for efficiency. We value personality over portfolio and will offer full benefits, consistent work and job stability for the right fit.
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Become a Construction Carpenter at AMCSI
If you're searching for a fulfilling entry-level construction carpenter job, look no
further than our openings at AMCSI. Joining our team will open up exciting opportunities with full benefits and strong pay. We value personality over portfolio, and we're looking for carpenters who are eager to grow. As a member of one of the premier carpentry firms in Southeast Wisconsin, you'll be able to gain valuable hands-on experiences in the field, allowing you to develop and reach your maximum potential. Many of our carpenters with no experience advance to mid level in just 2-6 months.
At AMCSI, we provide more than just carpenter jobs – we offer a launching pad to elevate your career. With us, there are no limits to your growth and success. We demonstrate our dedication to your future through our outstanding benefits package, including insurance and retirement savings with a match program.
Start your carpentry career today – Apply here for an entry-level construction job.
Employee Testimonials
Why Become a Carpenter at AMCSI?
At AMCS Incorporated, you’re more than just a number. We’re committed to hiring carpenters who want to build a stable, growth-filled career, regardless of their starting experience. Enjoy paid training, full benefits, strong pay, great job stability and consistent work with minimal travel.
Strong Team Culture
AMCSI hires based on personality, not portfolio. We believe great results come from great people, which is why we only hire candidates who pass our rigorous pre-employment testing and demonstrate a strong team-player mentality.
Consistent Work With Growth Potential
Enjoy great job stability fueled by consistent work. Our team works through winter and always has a new project to tackle. At AMCSI, the right beginner can advance to mid-level in as little as 2-6 months.
Paid Training
At AMCSI, we give you the tools to build your career. Our apprentice-style training is more than just on-the-job experience. Become a carpentry professional through paid training that includes classroom sessions and one-on-one instruction.
Strong Pay & Employee Benefits
AMCSI helps take care of your future by offering strong pay and full employment benefits, including competitive health, dental and vision plans. Save for your future through our 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match.
Rewarding Construction Apprenticeships
Become a member of a company with a high commitment to internal development. Regardless of your level of experience, youth apprenticeships at AMCSI will allow you to get one-on-one instruction from some of the best carpenters in the business. If you're itching to learn and in search of an opportunity, you will have the support of AMCSI every step of the way.
If you are looking to find a lucrative career with great job stability and consistent work while dodging the traditional 4-year degree path, consider joining the apprenticeships at AMCSI. After four years, youth apprentices will make nearly $50,000 per year in the same amount of time you would be piling up student loan debt at school, while also learning valuable skills and being a part of numerous construction projects.
Construction Carpentry Training
While we value applicants with skills, we're mainly looking for someone with a positive attitude and an enthusiasm for learning. What we want the most for anyone who joins our team is to see them succeed. If you currently don't have polished carpentry skills, you will in the future with AMCSI. Our seasoned carpenters gladly mentor any rookie who shows passion for the carpentry field.
Job Requirements
Baseline Responsibilities:
- Interpret blueprints and plans.
- Assemble the framework using fasteners.
- Verify work meets specifications and complies with codes.
- Maintain a tidy worksite and handle waste disposal.
- Troubleshoot and make necessary repairs or adjustments.
Skills:
- Blueprint reading proficiency.
- Wood measurement, cutting, and shaping.
- Critical thinking.
- Multitasking in fast-paced environments.
Qualifications:
- Sense of hustle.
- Willingness to learn.
- Team player.
- Positive attitude.
Education Requirements:
- High School diploma or GED.
AMCSI hires carpenters from all over Southeast Wisconsin. See the driving distance to your new job!
|
Carpentry Jobs (starting location) |
Distance to AMCSI HQ | Driving Distance (minutes) |
| Brookfield | 11.3 miles | 20 minutes |
| Franklin | 10 miles | 21 minutes |
| Greendale | 5.9 miles | 16 minutes |
| Greenfield | 5.4 miles | 13 minutes |
| Hales Corners | 7.4 miles | 17 minutes |
| Madison | 76.8 miles | 79 minutes |
| Menomonee Falls | 15.9 miles | 32 minutes |
| Milwaukee | 5.5 miles | 11 minutes |
| Muskego | 14.8 miles | 23 minutes |
| New Berlin | 7.9 miles | 21 minutes |
| Oak Creek | 14.3 miles | 27 minutes |
| Pewaukee | 15 miles | 22 minutes |
| Racine | 28.6 miles | 43 minutes |
| Shorewood | 9.9 miles | 25 minutes |
| South Milwaukee | 12.6 miles | 30 minutes |
| Sussex | 20.3 miles | 30 minutes |
| Waukesha | 16.7 miles | 24 minutes |
| Wauwatosa | 4.6 miles | 11 minutes |
| West Allis | 2.1 miles | 9 minutes |
Apply at AM Construction Services, Inc. to begin an entry-level carpentry job with unlimited potential.
Here’s what our employees have to say...
Working at AMCSI as a finish carpenter, I’ve personally completed a wide range of projects. Including MLB commissioner Bud Selig’s office, Potawatomi Casino’s new high-end sushi bar RuYi, prestigious country clubs, golf courses, churches, colleges, multi-million dollar homes, and so much more. If you&rsquo... Read More
The reasons why I like working with AMCSI is that it's not only a job, it's also a lifestyle. You’re not hired based solely on knowledge of the trade, but on your willingness to learn. This company is very family-oriented and generously rewards hard work.
The wide variety of projects keeps it fun. Great benefits and pay keep every employee great too. Nobody is just a number here…management truly cares. I'm proud to be an AMCSI tradesman because of the caliber of people we hire and the quality of work we deliver. After being a carpenter for over 20 years, I’ve ne... Read More
Owners Ken and Bart have a passion to build the company…with not just themselves in mind but dozens of employees. Every bit of effort exerted is returned equally. AMCSI emphasizes training to increase your knowledge, creating a strict but fair expectation of employees. Understanding that quality tools get the job don... Read More
There are tons of reasons I enjoy working with AMCSI. The management listens to feedback, provides the skills we need to be successful, and works as hard—or harder—as they expect us to work. The work is reliable and the pay and benefits are the top in the industry. I enjoy the people I work with and love the fac... Read More
Working at AMCSI has been a great experience. The company provides a positive work environment where teamwork and respect are valued. It’s also a great place to learn and build new skills in the construction field, with opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. Overall, AMCSI is a supportive and professional c... Read More
I am currently working as a finish carpenter for AMCSI, and I love that this company has given me a chance to prove myself as a woman in this field. I’ve definitely been facing many challenges but they have a great crew that has shown me many techniques to keep me accurate & efficient. I’m ready for our next... Read More
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