Lead Carpenter
Job Description
Innovative Career Path
Position: Lead Carpenter
Company: Post Builders
Company: Post Builders
Job Brief
Job summary we are seeking a skilled and experienced lead carpenter to oversee carpentry work on our construction projects.
Salary Detail
$30 – $36 an hour
Experience
Work Journey is required
Job Detail
- Perform advanced carpentry tasks including framing, finishing, installation, and repairs
- Lead and supervise carpentry crews, assigning daily tasks and providing technical guidance
- Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and construction documents
- Ensure accuracy, quality, and craftsmanship in all carpentry work
- Maintain a safe and organized job site and enforce company safety standards
- Coordinate materials, tools, and equipment needs with project managers
- Monitor project progress and communicate updates, issues, or delays
- Train and mentor junior carpenters and apprentices
- Work closely with subcontractors, inspectors, and other trades to ensure seamless workflow
- Troubleshoot problems, propose solutions, and ensure work meets specifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of professional carpentry experience (lead or foreman experience preferred)
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
- Proficiency with power tools and equipment. ability to maintain tools properly
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to high-quality workmanship
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, climb, kneel, lift, and perform physical labor throughout the workday
- Capable of lifting 50+ pounds routinely
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
- Pay: $30 – $36 per hour
- Expected hours: 40 per week
- Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Experience:
- Construction: 5 years (Required)
- License/Certification:
- Driver’s License (Required)
- Location:
- Janesville, WI 53546 (Preferred)
- Work Location: In person
