Lead Carpenter - Residential Remodeling
Based on experience
Lead Carpenter
Description
We are seeking an experienced Residential Remodeling Carpenter to run small job-site teams and oversee high-quality residential renovation projects. This role is ideal for a skilled carpenter who takes pride in craftsmanship, has strong leadership skills, and is motivated to teach and develop less-experienced carpenters. You will be responsible for both hands-on carpentry and daily crew management.
This is a hands-on, working crew lead position. We are not seeking project managers or office-based supervisors. The ideal candidate is on the field daily and leads by example.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a crew of 2–3 carpenters/laborers on residential remodeling projects
- Plan daily work tasks and set clear expectations for crew members
- Perform all phases of residential remodeling carpentry
- Train, mentor, and coach junior carpenters in proper techniques and job-site standards
- Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and to company quality standards
- Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and scopes of work
- Monitor job-site safety, cleanliness, and organization
- Identify potential issues and communicate solutions proactively
- Previous experience leading or supervising a small crew
- Strong framing and finish carpentry skills
- Ability to teach carpentry techniques and explain processes clearly
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- High standards for craftsmanship and job-site professionalism
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and comply with company drug-free workplace policies
- Competitive pay based on experience and leadership ability
- Steady, year-round work
- Paid time off and holidays
- Supportive company culture that values training and growth
