Apprentice carpenter Jobs in Denton, TX

Build Your Future with a Company That's Built America for Over a Century

For more than 100 years, Zachry Construction Corporation has been shaping America's infrastructure from highways and bridges to major civil projects that connect communities and strengthen our nation. As a family-owned company, we've built our reputation on integrity, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to our people.

At Zachry, you're not just joining a construction company, you're joining a family that values hard work, teamwork, and doing the right thing because it's the right thing to do. We're looking for dedicated individuals who are ready to grow their careers and make a lasting impact.

Our Core Values guide everything we do: Every Person Matters®, Together We Can Do Great Things®, This Is More Than a Job®.

Position Summary

Carpenters/Form Setters perform various carpentry tasks involving physical labor on highway, road, and bridge construction projects. They are responsible for building and setting forms for retaining walls, pipes, and bridges while ensuring accuracy, safety, and quality in every task.

Carpenters/Form Setters work as part of a team on heavy civil construction projects, using their own tools and demonstrating a strong commitment to safety and craftsmanship in all aspects of the job.

What You'll Do

• Construct, brace, and secure forms for concrete structures such as retaining walls, pipes, and bridges.
• Build, align, and secure structure forms for concrete placement.
• Set and brace forms for retaining walls, bridges, and other structural components.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, sketches, and blueprints to ensure accurate formwork.
• Use hand and power tools to measure, cut, and assemble form materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support project needs.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of previous carpenter experience in all types of structural forms, including Symon, EFCO, and Wood forms for cast-in-place (CIP).
• Advanced wood forming experience.
• Must provide your own hand tools, such as hammer, pouch, level, 8” crescent wrench, and tape measure.
• Basic knowledge of operating hand and power tools used in construction.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans, sketches, and blueprints.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job, including standing, reaching, bending, lifting, carrying, and climbing.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends as needed.

This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

At Zachry, we invest in our people because they're the foundation of our success. We're proud to offer career growth opportunities, long-term stability, and a culture built on trust and respect.

Our Industry-Leading Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 6% dollar-for-dollar company match, Paid Time Off, and an annual Performance Bonus Program
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Opportunities for training, professional development, and advancement

Zachry Construction Corporation performs heavy civil and building work throughout the United States. Relocation may be required for ongoing opportunities and career growth.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

We do not sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. We do not interview or hire students in F-1 or J-1 status and will not sponsor them for work visas.

To learn more about our legacy and projects, visit www.zachrycorp.com.

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