Carpenter Apprentice-Abilene
The future you want is within reach.
At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry.
We are currently accepting applications for our Duroc Data Center Project in Abilene, Texas!
Position Hiring : Carpenter Apprentice (trade level varies)
Pay Rate : $21.45 - $33.00 (based on experience)
Incentive Rate: $10.00 (will be combined with base rate)
Per Diem (if eligible) : $178.00 per day worked
Work Schedule: 5x10’s (subject to change)
Other Incentives:
Health Benefits
401(k)
Employee Assistance Program
Opportunity to advance with Company
become PCL Certified and earn vacation time, mileage pay from project to project and increased wages
get NCCER certified within craft trade while working at PCL (applies to specific craft trade)
helpers enroll in Apprenticeship program and advance in craft trade
Job Responsibilities :
• Studies blueprint, sketches, or building plans for information pertaining to type of material required such as lumber or fiberboard, and dimensions of structure or fixture to be fabricated.
• Selects type and size of related materials according to the job specifications.
• Prepares layout, using rule, framing square, and calipers.
• Marks cutting and assembly lines on materials, using pencil, chalk, or marking gauge.
• Shapes materials to prescribed measurements using saws, chisels, and planes.
• Constructs forms and chutes for pouring concrete.
• Ensure proper permits have been obtained and can read & understand all permits.
• Prioritize tasks according to job schedule and work sequence.
• Coordinate work with other crafts, co-workers, and other contractors on the job.
• Safely use Hand & Power Tools.
• Unload materials, inspect item as directed by the Journeyman, and to assist in the maintenance of the laydown areas and project work areas.
• Perform quality work as determined by your supervisor and project specifications.
• Help immediate supervisor with future tasks planning.
• Coordinate work with other crafts and co-workers on the job.
Site Access Requiremen ts:
Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol test
Must have 0 to 48+ verifiable work experience within craft level
Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at DPRecruiting@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in. Or call our main number at 281-241-3936 Open Monday through Friday 7:00 to 4:00
PCL is an innovative, safety-oriented company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.
The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
Together, we can build success and a better future. Let's get started!
Company: PCL Industrial Construction Co.
Job Posting: Sep 15, 2026
Closing Date: Ongoing
Primary Location: United States-Texas-Abilene