Amentum, a global leader in critical mission support, engineering, technology, and national security solutions, is seeking a Maintenance Carpenter to support a government contract based in Jacksonville, Florida at Mayport.
Performs duties described in the Service Contract Act Service Order MAINTENANCE CARPENTER May perform duties of other classifications that have a pay rate equal to or lower than the employee’s current rate. Work will be performed at Mayport Naval base.
DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs carpentry duties necessary to maintain in good repair building woodwork and equipment such as bins, cribs, counters, benches, partitions, doors, floors, stairs, casings, and trim made of wood. Work involves most of the following: Planning and laying out of work from blueprints, drawings, models, or verbal instructions, using a variety of carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments; using standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work; and selecting materials necessary for the work. In general, the work of the maintenance carpenter requires rounded training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.
Independently performs installation, maintenance, construction/fabrication, modification, assembly, repair, removal, building, sanding, finishing, glazing, etc., of facilities, cabinets, furniture, displays, stairs, doors, roofs, partitions, GSA partitions, walls, ceilings, stages, truck beds, magnetic boards, floor tiles, concrete forms, etc.
Works from written or verbal information, blueprints, sketches, specifications, and applicable codes and standards. Setup, adjust, and use woodworking machines; such as planer, shapers, sanders, saws, etc. Erect scaffolding and other rigging, as required. Uses precision measuring instruments and shop tools. Performs measurements, fit and check reworked, repaired, and modified equipment. Maintains logs, records, charts, etc., as required. Maintains certifications, licenses, permits, etc., required for performance of assigned tasks. May perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Completion of Carpenter apprenticeship.
Two (2) years' experience as a Carpenter.
Ability to understand and apply instructions written in English. Ability to use tools and equipment common to the carpentry trade.
Certificate/License/Registration: Valid Driver’s License
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Lifting: 20%
Climbing: 20%
Crawling: 10%
Special clothing/equipment (PPE wearing): 30%
Unusual physical requirements: 20%
High noise level: 30%
Personal Protective Equipment will be required.
Compensation Details:
$36.23
Original Posting:
04/10/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.