Residential
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.
Residential Carpenters Wanted
Home Building Carpentry Jobs In West Milwaukee - $750 Signing Bonus
AM Construction Services, Inc. is looking for both beginner and expert residential carpenters to fill urgent carpentry job openings. Ever wonder about the work required to build a house from the ground up? Homebuilding contractors require a range of specialists from a variety of fields, and residential carpentry is among the most important. From rough framers to finishers, carpenters are responsible for a home’s structural and interior construction. A house is not complete without the quality carpentry work of AMCSI.
Ideal Residential Candidate
We’re looking for dependable carpenters with a strong work ethic and attention to detail in residential construction settings. The ideal candidate for our residential team will have:
- 2+ years of framing or finishing experience
- Experience in print reading
- A goal-oriented attitude
- A results-driven approach
We want team members who show up prepared, communicate well with homeowners and crew members and take pride in delivering high-quality work on every project. If you’re looking for steady, rewarding work in residential construction, we’d love to hear from you.
No experience in carpentry? Start your rewarding career in construction with a registered carpentry apprenticeship at AMCSI. Learn about registered apprenticeships and career paths, then apply to AMCSI to get started!
Our team of motivated carpenters is looking for hard-working individuals of all experience levels to help Milwaukee area residents realize their dream of building a perfect house. Join us to see if you're up to the challenge. The right candidate will earn a competitive and skill-level appropriate wage and receive industry-leading benefits like 401K retirement plans, health insurance, and paid training. You'll also receive a $750 sign-on bonus just for joining the team.
To start at AM Construction Services, Inc. as a residential carpenter, apply today!
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.
Home Carpenter Jobs at AMCSI
AMCSI always needs qualified veteran carpenters willing to work in rough carpentry, finishing, or both! If you are already skilled in residential carpentry, we’d love to talk to you. As experienced carpenters, we understand and respect your skills and talents – come to AM Construction Services, Inc. for new opportunities, great compensation, insurance and retirement matching.
Beginner Residential Carpenters Welcome at AMCSI
Even if you are inexperienced in the fields of roughing or finishing carpentry, we’ll train candidates who are dedicated and hard-working. With AMCSI, you’ll get the personal training you need to start your career in carpentry. We offer paid apprentice-style carpentry training. AMCSI doesn’t just build houses—we build carpenters.
Job Responsibilities and Qualifications
Responsibilities:
- Construct exterior walls and roofs.
- Create stairwells for residential structures.
- Perform roughing tasks for interior walls and floors.
- Handle tasks related to windows, trim, and soffits.
- Contribute to the installation of cabinetry and doors.
Qualifications:
- Proficiency in interpreting complex blueprints and plans.
- Precision in measuring, cutting, and shaping wood.
- Demonstrate strong critical thinking abilities.
- Proven capability to excel in fast-paced environments.
- Exhibit a strong sense of dedication and work ethic.
- Display an eagerness to learn and embrace new challenges.
Educational Requirements:
- Possess a 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 today or contact us to get started in a career in residential carpentry at AMCSI.
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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