Discover Elm Grove's Best Job Openings
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.

Career Carpenter Jobs in Elm Grove, WI

Openings for Both Entry-Level and Experienced positions: Earn a $750 Signing Bonus

AM Construction Services offers rewarding carpentry careers in Elm Grove for both entry-level and experienced professionals. From day one, employees earn competitive wages while working on impactful projects across Southeastern Wisconsin—far beyond basic tasks.

Check out the pay and benefits details below or apply online to get started. Select positions include a $750 signing bonus, based on availability.

Collaborative Carpentry Job Openings in Elm Grove

Why AMCSI is in a league of its own

AMCSI is a leading provider of carpentry apprenticeships in Wisconsin, offering hands-on training near Elm Grove. Whether you’re starting fresh, recently graduated or passionate about carpentry, we welcome you to apply. Our program provides real-world experience, expert mentorship and access to top-quality tools in a team-focused setting.

Our carpenters benefit from ongoing training, including classroom instruction, to refine their expertise and advance their careers. No matter your starting point, we provide the support needed to grow. Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including premium health insurance and a 401k with a company match, —ensuring financial stability and rewards for hard work.

Apply today and start your carpentry career with AMCSI. We’re hiring motivated carpenters for immediate openings near Elm Grove and throughout Southeastern Wisconsin.

Available Carpentry Jobs

Employee Testimonials

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 project!

Sara L

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 company to be a part of.

Daniel D

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 fact this is a rapidly successful company that offers plenty of career growth.

Chris H

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 done faster and at a higher quality, we always push ourselves to finish jobs quicker and more efficiently.

John V

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 never felt more valued than I do with AMCSI.

Adam W

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.

Robert M

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’re ready to learn every single aspect of residential and commercial finish carpentry, AMCSI is the only company in Wisconsin you want to work for.

Armando D

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.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

Responsibilities:

  • Interpret and work from blueprints and plans.
  • Shape and manipulate lumber to create structural components.
  • Construct frameworks using various fastening techniques.
  • Ensure the final product adheres to specifications and building codes.
  • Maintain job site cleanliness and manage waste disposal.
  • Diagnose and address issues, performing necessary repairs or adjustments.

Skills:

  • Mastery of blueprint interpretation.
  • Precision in measuring, cutting, and shaping wood.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective multitasking in fast-paced settings.

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated diligence and a strong work ethic.
  • Eagerness and openness to acquiring new skills.

Education Requirements:

  • Attainment of a High School diploma or GED.

Driving Directions to Your New Job From Elm Grove

  1. Head east on Bluemound Rd (US-18 E): Start by driving east on Bluemound Rd toward Milwaukee.​
  2. Merge onto I-41/I-894 S: Use the right lane to take the ramp to I-41/I-894 S toward Chicago.​
  3. Take exit 1B to merge onto W National Ave (WI-59 E): After approximately 2 miles on I-41/I-894 S, take exit 1B and merge onto W National Ave heading east.​
  4. Turn left onto S 43rd St: Drive north on S 43rd St for about half a mile.​
  5. Turn right onto W Mitchell St: Head east on W Mitchell St.​
  6. Arrive at AMCSI: The destination, 4600 W Mitchell St, will be on your right.

Here’s what our employees have to say...

Armando D

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

Robert M

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.

Adam W

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

John V

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

Chris H

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

Daniel D

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

Sara L

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

CLICK ON A CARPENTER TO HEAR THEIR STORY!

Chris Hadick
John Vogt
Adam Wencka

Start Your Career

Select Your Experience Level: