How to hire a carpentry and masonry specialist

How to hire a carpentry and masonry specialist, step by step

Here's a step-by-step carpentry and masonry specialist hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a carpentry and masonry specialist job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new carpentry and masonry specialist
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The carpentry and masonry specialist hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a carpentry and masonry specialist to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a carpentry and masonry specialist that fits the bill.

   Here's a comparison of carpentry and masonry specialist salaries for various roles:

   Type of Carpentry And Masonry Specialist	Description	Hourly rate
   Carpentry And Masonry Specialist	Construction laborers and helpers perform many tasks that require physical labor on construction sites.	$12-22
   General Helper	General helpers are skilled workers who help other workers by performing tasks that need less skill, such as holding materials or tools and cleaning work areas and equipment. These helpers are required to provide general labor support to all departments while performing a variety of job assignments... Show more	$13-20
   Trades Helper	As a Trades Helper, your duties will include obtaining parts and equipment for supervising tradesmen. You will have to carry out some complex routine tasks involving the use of machinery and equipment... Show more	$10-28

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Math
   • Roofing
   • Structural Steel
   • Individual Training
   • Building Layout
   • Combat
   • Structural Assemblies
   • MOS
   • AIT
   • Masonry
   • Safety Rules
   • Construction Projects
   • Construction Drawings
   • General Maintenance

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Employ carpentry and masonry skills to assist in building layout, framing, sheathing, fabrication and roofing of various structures.
   • Set up and dismantle ladders, scaffolding and platforms.
   • Excel in the classroom learning construction math, tools & uses, and the basics of carpentry & masonry.
   • Used various caulking and waterproofing techniques.
   • Operate pneumatic hammers, vibrators and tampers
   • Perform brazing using brass and metal.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your carpentry and masonry specialist job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A carpentry and masonry specialist salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, carpentry and masonry specialists' average salary in virginia is 48% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level carpentry and masonry specialists earn 41% less than senior-level carpentry and masonry specialists.
   • Certifications. A carpentry and masonry specialist with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a carpentry and masonry specialist's salary.

   Average carpentry and masonry specialist salary

   $35,756yearly

   $17.19 hourly rate

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   Entry-level carpentry and masonry specialist salary

   $27,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 24, 2026

4. Writing a carpentry and masonry specialist job description

   A carpentry and masonry specialist job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a carpentry and masonry specialist job description:

   Carpentry and masonry specialist job description example

   Expand your construction skills and join the Army National Guard as a Carpentry and Masonry Specialist. You'll gain extensive, hands-on experience in the construction and maintenance of rigging devices, building layout, framing, and fabrication, and assisting in combat engineer missions.
   
   Through the use of your basic carpentry and masonry skills, your responsibilities will involve general heavy carpentry, structural steel, and masonry duties that include the fabrication, erection, maintenance, and repair of rigging devices, trusses, and other structural assemblies.
   Assist in the performance of combat engineer missions
   
   Some of the Skills You'll Learn
   Basics in concrete technology, materials, proportioning, and control tests
   Proper use of finishing tools
   Edging, jointing, curing, and protection
   Basics in structure foaming, roofing, and flooring
   
   Helpful Skills
   Enjoy doing physical work
   Interest in science and math
   Preference for working outdoors
   Interest in working with your hands
   
   Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career in commercial and residential construction as a mason, carpenter, cement mason, concrete finisher, drywall installer, or ceiling tile installer. If you achieve an advanced level, you could hold positions such as foreman, shift manager, field supervisor, or inspector.
   
   Earn While You Learn
   Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.
   
   After 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you will learn fundamental Soldiering skills, you will attend nine weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), which includes a combination of hands-on and classroom training. As your skills increase, so will your responsibilities. Advanced Carpentry and Masonry Specialists take on more challenging projects, including training and supervising other Soldiers.
   
   Benefits/Requirements
   
   Benefits
   Paid training A monthly paycheck Montgomery GI Bill Federal and State tuition assistance Retirement benefits for part-time service Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage) 401(k)-type savings plan Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans) Health care benefits available VA home loans Bonuses, if applicable Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change
   Requirements Military enlistment in the Army National Guard Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)
   
   Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.
   
   Other Job Information
   
   Job Category: Engineer
   Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 trade journeyman master carpenter mason

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find carpentry and masonry specialists for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your carpentry and masonry specialist job on Zippia to find and recruit carpentry and masonry specialist candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as constructionjobs.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit carpentry and masonry specialists, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new carpentry and masonry specialist

   Once you've selected the best carpentry and masonry specialist candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new carpentry and masonry specialist. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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