Traveling Carpenter Foreman
$26.25 - $33/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
$26.25 - $33/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
Parkersburg, WV · On-site
$25.75 - $33.75/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
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Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
Parkersburg, WV · On-site
$25.75 - $33.75/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
Louisville, KY · On-site
$25.25 - $33/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
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Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
Louisville, KY · On-site
$25.25 - $33/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
$27 - $35.25/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
$27 - $35.25/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
Morgantown, WV · On-site
$27 - $35.25/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
Morgantown, WV · On-site
$27 - $35.25/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
Morgantown, WV · On-site
$28.25 - $35.50/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
Morgantown, WV · On-site
$28.25 - $35.50/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
Omaha, NE · On-site
$26.25 - $33/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
Omaha, NE · On-site
$26.25 - $33/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
$28.25 - $35.50/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
$28.25 - $35.50/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
Charleston, WV · On-site
$25.50 - $33.25/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
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Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
Charleston, WV · On-site
$25.50 - $33.25/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
$25.25 - $33/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
$25.25 - $33/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
$28.25 - $35.50/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
$28.25 - $35.50/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
Aubrey, TX · On-site
$26.50 - $33.25/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
Aubrey, TX · On-site
$26.50 - $33.25/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
Omaha, NE · On-site
$25 - $32.75/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
Omaha, NE · On-site
$25 - $32.75/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$24.50 - $31.75/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
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Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$24.50 - $31.75/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
Omaha, NE · On-site
$26.25 - $33/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
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Traveling Carpenter Foreman
Omaha, NE · On-site
$26.25 - $33/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
$25.75 - $32.25/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Quick apply
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
$25.75 - $32.25/hr
In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$26.75 - $33.50/hr
Traveling Foreman - Civil Construction Our Civil Group is seeking an experienced Traveling Foreman ... Supervise and support field crew members, including carpenters and laborers, while assisting with ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$26.75 - $33.50/hr
Traveling Foreman - Civil Construction Our Civil Group is seeking an experienced Traveling Foreman ... Supervise and support field crew members, including carpenters and laborers, while assisting with ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
$23.75 - $31/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
$23.75 - $31/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
$24.50 - $31.75/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Journeyman
$24.50 - $31.75/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Journeyman to join our craft labor team, with key ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
Richmond, KY · On-site
$25.50 - $32/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Foreman to join our craft labor team. In this role, you ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
Traveling Carpenter Foreman
Richmond, KY · On-site
$25.50 - $32/hr
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Foreman to join our craft labor team. In this role, you ... Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field ...
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$14.18 - $16.13
3% of jobs
$16.13 - $18.07
5% of jobs
$18.07 - $20.02
11% of jobs
$20.99 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$20.02 - $21.96
12% of jobs
$21.96 - $23.91
15% of jobs
The median wage is $24.36 / hr.
$23.91 - $25.85
18% of jobs
$27.55 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$25.85 - $27.80
13% of jobs
$27.80 - $29.74
11% of jobs
$29.74 - $31.69
6% of jobs
$31.69 - $33.63
4% of jobs
$33.63 - $35.58
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How much do traveling carpenter jobs pay per hour?
As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for traveling carpenter in the United States is $25.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a traveling carpenter?
A Traveling Carpenter is a skilled tradesperson who moves between job sites, often across different cities or states, to complete construction, renovation, or repair projects. They work on various structures, including residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, handling tasks such as framing, installing fixtures, and finishing surfaces. This role requires adaptability, as projects may vary in scope, materials, and techniques. Traveling Carpenters often work for construction companies, contractors, or unions that require skilled labor in different locations.
What can I expect in terms of work environment and travel as a traveling carpenter?
As a Traveling Carpenter, you can expect to work at a variety of construction sites, often relocating frequently based on project location and duration. This role typically involves working outdoors in different weather conditions and collaborating with diverse teams, adapting your schedule to project timelines. Most employers cover travel costs and accommodations, but you'll need to be comfortable with a flexible lifestyle and frequent trips. This dynamic environment offers opportunities to broaden your professional network, gain experience with various construction methods, and advance your skills in the trade.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a traveling carpenter, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Traveling Carpenter, you need expertise in carpentry techniques, blueprint reading, and construction site safety, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent and several years of experience. Familiarity with power tools, hand tools, and OSHA safety certifications are commonly required in this role. Flexibility, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills set outstanding Traveling Carpenters apart. These qualities are crucial for adapting to diverse job sites, ensuring quality workmanship, and maintaining safe, efficient project execution across different locations.
Can you be a traveling carpenter?
Yes, traveling carpenters work on projects at various locations, often traveling between job sites. They typically need good communication skills, a valid driver's license, and sometimes specialized certifications, depending on the type of work and location requirements.
What type of traveling carpenter makes the most money?
The highest-paid traveling carpenters are often those with specialized skills such as custom cabinetry, historic restoration, or working on high-end residential or commercial projects. Experience, certifications, and the ability to work in remote or high-demand locations can also increase earning potential. Generally, carpenters with advanced skills and a strong reputation command higher wages in the traveling construction industry.
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Job description
Our culture is rooted in a shared vision - to help keep the world's most precious resource safe - and in the core values that guide us in pursuing this vision and delivering on our mission to clients.
We provide the highest quality liquid storage design and construction services at the best long-term value with an unrivaled customer experience. We have built over 3,500 pre-stressed concrete liquid storage tanks over the past 90 years around the country and world, as a result we have become the leader in the industry when it comes to quality and innovation.
DN Tanks is seeking a skilled Carpenter Foreman to join our craft labor team. In this role, the Carpenter Foreman will oversee production, quality, and safety under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent. The Foreman will play an essential role in ensuring the successful completion of all work by providing hands-on support and guidance to the team. This includes assisting in training apprentices, journeymen, and other field personnel to ensure all tasks are performed safely and with high quality.
Primary Responsibilities
- Understands how the Carpenter interacts with a Laborer during the tank building process and can direct the work as required.
- Establishes crews, assigns responsibilities and follows through on assigned work to meet the project timeline.
- Reads and interprets tank drawings and construction information package to ensure work is performed according to specifications.
- Inventories material upon delivery to ensure components comply with the contract drawings prior to signature.
- Involved in daily closeout meetings with the Superintendent providing an update on the day's activities and needs for the following day.
- Follows quality control (QC) program, understands construction tolerances, and reports any quality defects immediately.
- Checks and confirms elevation grades and plumbness on critical tank components.
- Follows and upholds safety procedures and understands DN Tanks safety policies.
- Identifies hazards, takes action to correct them, and is responsible for recognizing those who do the same in accordance with the Award of Excellence (AOE) Program.
- Promotes clean, safe work practices by watching over other employees while performing work.
- Provide coaching and training while motivating the team to produce quality work and ensure all safety standards are met with all individuals on the project.
- Maintain all certifications in compliance with DN Tanks Safety & Equipment Programs.
- Performs all jobsite layout utilizing survey equipment under direction of the Superintendent.
- Supports the training program by working closely with other traveling tank builders and utilizing all resources available in DN University.
Qualifications
- Operate and maintain DN Tanks tools and equipment.
- Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States at the direction of the Field Operations Manager.
- Ability to climb and perform tasks at heights on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders, shoring, and scaffolds.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.
- Ability to complete DN Tanks crane certification.
DN is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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About ēdn
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Industry
Computer and electronic product manufacturing and household appliance manufacturing
Company size
1 - 10 Employees
Headquarters location
New York, NY, US