Carpenter

Cliff House Maine; Cape Neddick (ME); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cliff House Maine in Cape Neddick, ME is seeking a skilled Carpenter to maintain guest rooms, meeting spaces, and public areas to luxury resort standards. You will perform framing, trim, cabinetry, and finish carpentry with attention to detail.

This role requires at least five years of professional carpentry experience, proficiency with hand and power tools, and commitment to safety. You will mentor junior staff and uphold our high-quality finish expectations while contributing to preventative

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional carpentry experience.
• Experience in luxury hospitality or premium environments preferred.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools; framing, trim, cabinetry.
• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional appearance and protect company assets.
• Demonstrate high-quality finish work.
• Ability to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled carpentry work including framing, trim, cabinetry, door and window repair, and custom finish carpentry in guest rooms, meeting rooms, and public spaces.
• Execute fine finish work such as staining, sealing, and detailed touch-up to luxury property standards.
• Fabricate, repair, and install furniture, millwork, and built-ins for seamless fit and function.
• Diagnose and repair structural wood elements, flooring, decking, and trim with durability in mind.
• Inspect and repair grout, caulking, and finish carpentry details to maintain a flawless appearance.
• Record equipment temperatures and report any readings out of range.
• Maintain, repair, and finish all guest rooms and property spaces per preventative maintenance procedures.
• Mentor and guide junior maintenance staff on carpentry best practices.
• Report serious maintenance problems or safety hazards to the manager.

Skills

Carpentry

Finish work

Attention to detail

Tool proficiency

Safety compliance

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Carpenter

Responsible for skilled carpentry, finish work, and property-wide maintenance repairs, bringing a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail suited to a luxury resort environment.

Pay Range: $30.00 -$35.00

Responsibilities:

• Perform skilled carpentry work including framing, trim, cabinetry, door and window repair, and custom finish carpentry throughout guest rooms, meeting rooms, and public spaces
• Execute fine finish work such as staining, sealing, and detailed touch-up — to luxury property standards
• Fabricate, repair, and install furniture, millwork, and built-ins, ensuring seamless fit, finish, and function
• Diagnose and repair structural wood elements, flooring, decking, and trim with precision and durability in mind
• Inspect and repair grout, caulking, and finish carpentry details to maintain a flawless guest-facing appearance
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and on-the-spot repairs, prioritizing craftsmanship and attention to detail
• Record equipment temperatures and report any readings out of range
• Maintain, repair, and finish all guest rooms and property spaces in accordance with preventative maintenance procedures and luxury property standards
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior maintenance staff on carpentry best practices
• Report any serious maintenance problems, unusual findings, or safety hazards immediately to the manager/supervisor

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of professional carpentry experience required; experience in luxury hospitality, high‑end residential, or similar premium environments strongly preferred
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality finish work
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, and knowledge of framing, trim, cabinetry, and finish carpentry techniques
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures
• Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager and complete safety training and certifications
• Follow all company policies and procedures, ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards and anticipate and address guests' service needs
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common goals
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance
• Assist with moving, lifting, carrying, and placing of objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested

Needed Attributes

Employees must fulfill their performance standards for this position and comply with policies, rules and procedures of the Hotel, including those set out in the Employee Handbook or otherwise communicated (verbally or in writing) to employees. The job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. This job description and duties of this position are subject to change, modification and addition as deemed necessary by the Hotel. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments requested by supervisors, managers or other Hotel Officials.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.