Carpenter

Weirestoration; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Weirestoration is looking for an experienced Carpenter to join their team in Baltimore, Maryland. This full-time position involves carpentry work in the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia metropolitan area, primarily focusing on historic restoration projects.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of carpentry experience, possess basic carpentry tools, and preferably have experience with historic properties. A competitive pay and full benefits package, including health and paid time off, will be offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of carpentry experience.
• Experience working on historic properties is preferred.
• Must provide your own basic carpentry tools.

Responsibilities

• Mark cutting and assembly lines using pencils, chalk, and marking gauges.
• Shape materials to precise measurements using saws, chisels, planes, and related tools.
• Assemble cut and shaped materials using nails, dowels, pins, or adhesives.
• Install commercial window frames, doors, and interior/exterior hardware.
• Perform restoration of wood cornices, doors, windows, and other wood components.

Skills

Experience as a carpenter

Ability to perform Dutchman repairs

Knowledge of restoration techniques

Proficient in using carpentry tools

Tools

Basic carpentry tools

Job description

Worcester Eisenbrandt (WEI), a historic restoration construction company, is seeking an experienced Carpenter to work throughout the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) metropolitan area.

This is a full-time position offering competitive pay and a full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Job Responsibilities

Proven experience as a carpenter.

Mark cutting and assembly lines using pencils, chalk, and marking gauges.

Shape materials to precise measurements using saws, chisels, planes, and related tools.

Assemble cut and shaped materials using nails, dowels, pins, or adhesives.

Verify structural integrity using levels, plumb bobs, and related tools.

Install commercial window frames, doors, frames, weatherstripping, and interior/exterior hardware (locks, kick plates, letter drops, etc.).

Perform restoration of wood cornices, doors, windows, and other wood components.

Must be able to perform Dutchman repairs.

Install restored architectural elements on site.

Construct forms and chutes for concrete placement.

Erect scaffolding and ladders for elevated work.

Assist with tasks related to concrete and masonry as needed.

Ability to work overtime when required.

Projects primarily located in Baltimore, Maryland.

Physical Requirements

Dependable, reliable, and able to meet job responsibilities consistently.

Perform physically demanding work, including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.

Ability to perform coordinated hand and arm movements to assemble, manipulate, or grasp objects.

Ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously.

Able to wear required PPE: safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, etc.

Must be able to climb and maintain balance on scaffolds two or more stories high.

Must be able to lift and carry 50–80 lbs.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of carpentry experience.

Must provide your own basic carpentry tools.

Experience working on historic properties is preferred.

Worcester Eisenbrandt, Inc. (WEI) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and encourages veterans to apply. WEI provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

WEI confirms work authorization through E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon successful post-offer drug screening, background check, and physical.