Carpenter 3 - TS/SCI - Germany

About M.C. Dean

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber‑physical solutions for the nation’s most mission‑critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward‑thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

Clearance Requirement

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information. Active Top‑secret/SCI clearance required.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Carpenter to join our overseas program on a 90‑day rotational deployment. The ideal candidate will be proficient in all aspects of carpentry and finishing, with demonstrated experience in drywall, door installation, window treatments and specialized window film application. A key component of this role is the ability to conduct meticulous site surveys, develop accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and cost estimates, and draft comprehensive after‑action reports (AARs). This position requires strict adherence to security protocols with a strong emphasis on ICD 705 compliance.

Responsibilities

• Carpentry and Finishing:
  • Perform drywall installation, finishing, and repair, including measuring, cutting, and securing panels to frameworks.
  • Install, repair, and maintain interior and exterior doors, frames, hardware, and associated trim.
• Surveying and Estimation:
  • Conduct comprehensive site surveys to evaluate project scope, assess existing conditions, and identify potential challenges.
  • Develop and present accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) detailing all necessary components and materials for projects.
  • Create detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, and equipment to inform project planning and budget allocation.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Draft detailed after‑action reports (AARs) for all surveys and projects, documenting procedures, challenges, and lessons learned.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and project specifications with precision.
  • Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and in strict accordance with security protocols.
• Compliance and Security:
  • Execute all work in adherence to the physical and technical security standards set forth in ICD 705 for secure facilities.
  • Collaborate with site security personnel, project managers, and other trades to ensure secure and seamless project execution.
  • Adhere strictly to all site‑specific and company safety and security protocols.
• Tools and Equipment:
  • Operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools safely and effectively.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and secure work area and properly store all tools and equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 8+ years of prior experience.
• Ability to read and understand architectural drawings.
• Ability to construct metal framing partition walls, including drywall finishing and painting to a level 5 finish.
• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows‑based operating environment.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; Active Top‑secret/SCI clearance required.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Physical Requirements

• The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform tasks such as loading, unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in transportation of materials, following proper lifting techniques and safety protocols.
• Relocate a 12‑foot stepladder without assistance.
• Work at heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and all types of ladders.
• Perform routine movements such as walking, climbing, lifting, squatting, crawling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead.
• Possess good vision (may be corrected), ability to see in color, and ability to hear and communicate in English.
• May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
• Identify potential problems and report them. (Recognizing issues does not require solving them.)
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce logical answers.
• Combine pieces of information to formulate conclusions and recognize patterns.
• See details at close range (within a few feet).
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.