Careers

DEKTEX CARPENTER APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM INFORMATION

About 32 percent of all carpenters- the largest construction trade- were self-employed. Job opportunities should be best for those with the most training and skills. Between 3 and 4 years of both on-the-job training and classroom instruction usually is needed to become a skilled carpenter.

*Statistics retrieved from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

WHAT DOES A CARPENTER DO?

Carpenters layout, construct, erect, install, repair, remodel, renovate or dismantle structures, fixtures, and temporary fixtures including scaffolding. Carpenters work with materials of wood; structural steel; light gauge steel; plastics; fiber; cork and composite. Carpenters set and install concrete forms; building frameworks that include partitions; joists; rafters; wood and concrete stairways; windows; doors; door frames; architectural hardware; fixtures; sheathing; roofing; hardwood floors; cabinets; countertops; interior trim; siding; drywall and insulation. Carpenters perform all interior and exterior finish work and can interpret blueprints; measure accurately; calculate dimensions; estimate materials and are effective in oral and written communication. They must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints, specification books, and schematics supplied by manufactures and architects. Carpenters must also coordinate and schedule work with other trades. The use of basic carpenter tools, optical equipment, lasers, mechanical tools, rigging and welding is also needed.

TASKS

Form Building and Rough Framing, including: form building (floors, beams, joists, wall columns, stairs, etc.) rough framing (floor framing, decking, railing construction, wall framing, metal studs, drywall application, roof framing, rough framing for stair work, scaffold building, etc. Experience to be furnished in both house and heavy construction work.)
Exterior Finishing, including: application of cornice and outside wall trim, setting door and window frames and trim, roof coverings, etc.
Interior Finishing and Hardware, including: installation of jambs, doors, windows, cabinets, countertops, casework, paneling and stairs. Application of all architectural trims, moldings, casings, applique’s’, etc. Installation of door, window and cabinet hardware.
Interior Systems, including: installation of drywall, insulation, acoustical ceilings, moveable partitions, access panel systems, fixture work, owner-supplied equipment, etc.
Miscellaneous, including: Scaffolding, welding, care and maintenance of tools and equipment, demolition, or any other manipulative process not listed or implied elsewhere.

WHAT ARE THE WORKING CONDITIONS?

Carpenters may work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions requiring prolonged standing, climbing, kneeling and squatting. The work is physically demanding and may be performed in awkward positions, including heights and confined spaces. Must be able to travel and can work flexible hours.

HOW IS DEKTEX CARPENTER APPRENTICE TRAINING STRUCTURED?

WHAT ARE THE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS?

WHAT ARE THE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS?

CARPENTERS

Decks, Docks, Outdoor Spaces: Madison and Surrounding Area

Email: rbeier@dektex.com

Income: $30,000.00 Per Year to $60,000.00 Per Year

To ensure that the very best people will join our first-class team, we offer qualified candidates the following incentives:

Duties and Responsibilities of the Job: Driven to be a leader. Provide unrivaled customer service by meeting and exceeding our customers’ expectations for quality, service and unsurpassed value. Self-driven to develop professional and personal goal base. Tasked to understand general construction knowledge in deck and dock construction. Must be able to commute to site locations.

Available Hours Per Week: 40-50 Hours Per Week

Recommended Hours/Days: (8am-6pm (Mon-Thur) 8am-1pm (Fridays) Weekends Available

Education: High School Diploma/HSED

Professional Licenses/Certifications: Pay rate Adjustment

The following are minimum requirements:

WHAT ARE THE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS?

CARPENTER/LABORER EARNING TIERS​

90 Day Probationary Terms

$10-$15hr X 40hrs
per Week

AED/CPR Safety Training

DEKTEX OSHA Review

Safety Equipment Reimbursement

DEKTEX Trex Installation Review

Review Determined Pay Scale Increment (1-12%)

No Infractions

No unexcused Absence

2nd Year Apprentice

$40K​
per Year

1 Year DEKTEX Experience

Able to Supervise Crews

Insurance Benefits @50% (Single)

Profit Sharing (1%-12%)

Paid 4 Year training program

Earned Time Off (.134 x 40hrs)

6,240 hours on-the-job training

400 hours paid related instruction

250 hours unpaid related instruction

Complete the Transition-To-Trainer course

Apprentice

$15-$20hr X 40hrs
per Week

DEKTEX Trex Installation Tier I

OSHA 60hr Certification

Personal Strengths Testing Complete

Shows Ability to Work Alone

Review Determined Pay Scale Increment (1-12%)

No Infractions

No unexcused Absence

5th Year Journeyman/Supervisor

$60K​
per Year

5 Years DEKTEX Experience

1 Year Supervising Crews

Insurance Benefits@50% (Single)

Profit Sharing (1%-12%)

Continuing Education (Carpentry)

Earned Time Off (.269 x 40hrs)

DEKTEX DESIGNER/ESTIMATOR

WHAT DOES A DESIGNER/ESTIMATOR DO?

DESIGNER/ESTIMATOR

Decks, Docks, Outdoor Spaces: Madison and Surrounding Area

Email: rbeier@dektex.com

Job Type: Full Time

Income: $30,000.00 Per Year to $65,000.00 Per Year

To ensure that the very best people will join our first-class team, we offer qualified candidates the following incentives:

Duties and Responsibilites of the Job: Design of wood and composite deck and dock layouts using software. Working with residential and commercial customers on projects. Bidding, full design and material ordering of decks and docks.Driven to be a leader. Provide unrivaled customer service by meeting and exceeding our customers’ expectations for quality, service and unsurpassed value. Self-driven to develop professional and personal goal base. Tasked to understand general construction knowledge in deck and dock construction. Must be able to commute to site locations.

Available Hours Per Week: 40-50 Hours Per Week

Recommended Hours/Days: (8am-5pm (Mon-Thur) 8am-12pm (Fridays)

Education: High School Diploma/HSED

Professional Licenses/Certifications: None Required, Pay rate Adjustment for Additional

The following are minimum requirements: