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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Field Engineer to join their construction project teams in the San Jose / Bay Area. This role combines hands-on apprenticeship carpentry training with project support responsibilities—shadowing field leadership while learning project planning, quality, safety, and documentation processes.

• Support Superintendent, Foremen, and project teams in daily field operations
• Participate in a 4-year carpenters union apprenticeship program and complete required classroom and field hours
• Develop carpentry craft skills on the job and gain exposure to other trades
• Assist with job planning, scheduling, safety, and quality control activities
• Maintain accurate project documentation (RFIs, submittals, scope statements, etc.)
• Learn budgeting, cost-control basics, and support project administration
• Shadow Foreman/Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent to learn each construction phase
• Maintain a safe work environment and build strong working relationships on site

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Responsibilities

• Complete the 4-year carpenter apprenticeship program and required field hours
• Work directly with carpenters, foremen, superintendents, and project managers
• Track and assist with RFIs, submittal processing, and scope documentation
• Learn plan reading and navigate project drawings
• Perform general construction tasks and grow trade-specific skills
• Proactively identify problems and propose solutions in the field

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
• Willingness to enroll in and complete a multi-year apprenticeship
• Versatile with a variety of construction tasks and a strong safety mindset
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and field work
• Ability to train or mentor peers as skills develop
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office; exposure to scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera P6, or Suretrak) and project-management platforms (CMiC or similar) is a plus
• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and eager to learn and grow professionally
• Authorized to work in the United States

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Position Details

• Employment type: Full-time, non-exempt
• Apprenticeship: 4-year carpenters union apprentice program
• Location: San Jose, CA (Bay Area) — work primarily in the field across Northern California projects
• Role level: Entry-level / Apprentice

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Compensation & Benefits

Confidential Client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Estimated base salary: $117,528 per year (estimated)
• Paid vacation starting at three weeks (increasing to four weeks after five years), plus holidays and sick leave
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match, profit-sharing, and performance-based cash bonuses
• Long-term disability insurance, professional development and education assistance, wellness stipend, and other employee programs

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About the Confidential Client

Confidential Client is an award-winning, mid-sized general building contractor and construction manager headquartered in the Bay Area with operations across the greater Bay Area and Southern California. They are committed to training and developing high-quality team members through structured programs, supportive management, and investments in employee growth.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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