How to hire a concrete carpenter

How to hire a concrete carpenter, step by step

Here's a step-by-step concrete carpenter hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The concrete carpenter 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 concrete carpenter 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 concrete carpenter that fits the bill.

   Here's a comparison of concrete carpenter salaries for various roles:

   Type of Concrete Carpenter	Description	Hourly rate
   Concrete Carpenter	Carpenters construct and repair building frameworks and structures—such as stairways, doorframes, partitions, rafters, and bridge supports—made from wood and other materials. They also may install kitchen cabinets, siding, and drywall.	$14-24
   Mason	A mason is responsible for shaping artificial mineral products, concrete blocks, stone pieces, and bricks to create structures essential for construction or other building purposes using various machinery and equipment, following the highest safety standards and production procedures. Masons analyze schematics and blueprints, applying the clients' specifications and customization to their product expertise... Show more	$13-32
   Construction Labour	When it comes to Construction Labour, responsibilities will always revolve around physical work on construction sites. Most of the tasks will vary daily, depending on what kind of structure is required... Show more	$11-20

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Hand Tools
   • Scaffolding
   • Ladders
   • Slabs
   • Formwork
   • Concrete Structures
   • Concrete Pours
   • Retaining Walls
   • OSHA
   • Asphalt
   • Commercial Buildings
   • Simon
   • Safety Rules
   • Steel Cables

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   Responsibilities:

   • Maintain knowledge of all building codes and OSHA regulations.
   • Perform quantity take offs for materials require to complete concrete formwork for walls and flatwork.
   • Plane, assign and supervise the work of cement finishers, relate craftsmen, and laborers at various locations.
   • prepare the layout of thr project mixing concrete rod, busting, spreading concrete asphalt create structure for pouring concrete.
   • Frame and insulate walls-Completed demo work-instal cabinets, flooring, and new trim-Made and finish trim-Constructed stairway
   • Dutiesinclude sheet rocking, vinyl and ceramic tiling, window and door placement, cabinet, countertop and sink installation.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your concrete carpenter job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A concrete carpenter salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a concrete carpenter in West Virginia may be lower than in Washington, and an entry-level concrete carpenter usually earns less than a senior-level concrete carpenter. Additionally, a concrete carpenter with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average concrete carpenter salary

   $39,431yearly

   $18.96 hourly rate

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   Entry-level concrete carpenter salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

   Average concrete carpenter salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$57,634	$28
   2	Oregon	$49,367	$24
   3	Pennsylvania	$45,458	$22
   4	Illinois	$44,853	$22
   5	Maine	$44,724	$22
   6	Wisconsin	$43,663	$21
   7	Nevada	$43,633	$21
   8	Arizona	$42,430	$20
   9	Maryland	$41,594	$20
   10	Wyoming	$40,440	$19
   11	Georgia	$40,353	$19
   12	Missouri	$39,246	$19
   13	Colorado	$38,974	$19
   14	Texas	$38,730	$19
   15	Utah	$37,592	$18
   16	Louisiana	$34,276	$16
   17	New Mexico	$34,224	$16
   18	Indiana	$34,202	$16
   19	Iowa	$31,489	$15
   20	Florida	$28,271	$14

   Average concrete carpenter salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	FNF Construction	$50,107	$24.09	5
   2	Wanzek Construction	$49,851	$23.97
   3	Ralph L Wadsworth Construction	$49,065	$23.59
   4	McCarthy Holdings, Inc.	$48,244	$23.19	18
   5	Woodruff Construction	$46,962	$22.58
   6	Hughes General Contractors	$46,699	$22.45	8
   7	Petticoat-Schmitt	$46,614	$22.41
   8	SpawGlass Holding LP	$46,555	$22.38	4
   9	All-Phase Concrete	$46,246	$22.23
   10	Kiewit	$46,195	$22.21	1
   11	Stronghold Engineering	$46,174	$22.20
   12	TIC Holdings Inc	$45,536	$21.89
   13	Wright-Ryan Construction	$44,068	$21.19	1
   14	Concrete Frame Associates	$43,744	$21.03
   15	MasTec	$42,793	$20.57	20
   16	Aerotek	$39,406	$18.95	174
   17	Tradesmen International	$39,328	$18.91	147
   18	Robinson Construction Co.	$38,753	$18.63	8
   19	AGC of Texas	$38,659	$18.59	8
   20	(i)Structure	$38,659	$18.59

4. Writing a concrete carpenter job description

   A job description for a concrete carpenter role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a concrete carpenter job description:

   Concrete carpenter job description example

   Our story began in 1953 and is co-authored by Louis Spaw and Frank Glass. We are an employee-owned, Texas-based construction services provider and our purpose is to provide our clients with the absolute best construction experience. At the heart of our organization, is our people, and together we strive to fulfill our purpose each day by living the SpawGlass Way: Build Trust, Be Professional, Live Teamwork, Be Passionate and Think Like an Owner.
   
   The form setter will construct build-in-place or prefabricated wooden forms following specifications for molding concrete structures. With a team of qualified professionals dedicated to providing our clients with the absolute best construction experience, SpawGlass is structured to provide services throughout the entire lifecycle of projects.
   
   What you'll do Construct and set forms for concrete structures (i.e., sidewalks, walls and various buildings) Safely utilize an array of tools to construct various forms (i.e., hand tools, nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, timbers, plumb, level and rule) Accurately interpret blueprint and diagram calculations for formwork type and dimensions Support management by ensuring the field crew operates within the standard procedures
   
   What you bring to the team Previous experience as a form setter on commercial construction projects Flexibility in your work schedule You are passionate about learning and growing your skillset You have a high-quality approach and will support our mission of delivering the absolute best construction experience to our clients
   Essential Functions
   You must be able to twist, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, crawl, climb ladders, climb stairs, walk on uneven ground, work above ground on scaffolds, have depth of perception to avoid excavations and other hazards, hear well enough to recognize the sounds of horns and sirens on moving equipment and have good finger manipulation. There is a constant lifting of 10 lbs., frequent lifting of 25 lbs. and maximum single person lifting of 50 lbs. For items over 50 lbs. get assistance from a co worker. Team members must be able to climb on light or heavy equipment, carry and use hand tools. There is standing up to seven hours of an eight-hour shift. Ability to work in outside temperatures from 25 - 115 degrees.
   
   SpawGlass is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
   
   Our belief in building people is at the center of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recognize that our mission to provide our clients with the absolute best construction experience can be achieved by drawing on diverse backgrounds, thoughts, and perspectives. By creating a community where every team member's voice is heard, ideas are welcomed and unique experiences are leveraged, our team members can be authentic and contribute their best work.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right concrete carpenter for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

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

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with concrete carpenter candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   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 concrete carpenter

   Once you've found the concrete carpenter candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new concrete carpenter. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

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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