Carpenter

High Companies; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision available

Vacation offered

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance with 100% tuition/1

Employee assistance program

High Family Foundation scholarship

Good Measure award

Job summary

High Construction is seeking a skilled Carpenter to support commercial projects in eastern Pennsylvania. You will perform on-site carpentry, install doors and frames, and contribute to framing and finish work as part of a tight-knit team.

The role requires 2–5 years of carpentry experience, safe tool use, and the ability to follow instructions, with travel to multiple job sites. Regular hours with overtime and Saturdays as needed.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of carpentry experience.
• Proper and safe use of hand tools.
• Ability to adhere to written and verbal instructions for proper installation of materials.
• Understanding of safety procedures and applying procedures in work and environment.
• Ability to perform work with minimal or no supervision.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on carpentry work, such as safety railings, doors/frames/hardware, rough framing, and simple finish carpentry.
• Subcontractor manpower tracking, photo documentation, and punchlist management throughout the lifetime of a project.
• Work 5 days a week, from 7:00 AM–3:30 PM on a designated job with occasional Saturdays & overtime based on business demand.
• Travel to jobsites is required.

Skills

Carpentry

Hand tool proficiency

Safety procedures

Independent work

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Summary

At High Construction, we don’t just build structures, we build trust, relationships, and award‑winning results. Proudly serving eastern Pennsylvania and beyond, we specialize in commercial preconstruction, design‑build, construction management, and general contracting services tailored to your project’s unique needs. Our team is driven by precision, transparency, and deep commitment to delivering on time, on budget, and beyond expectations. From the first sketch to the final walk‑through, we’re here to turn your vision into a reality, with craftsmanship that speaks for itself.

Position

Carpenter

Key Responsibilities

• Hands‑on carpentry work, such as safety railings, doors/frames/hardware, rough framing, and simple finish carpentry.
• Subcontractor manpower tracking, photo documentation, and punchlist management throughout the lifetime of a project.
• Work 5 days a week, from 7:00 AM–3:30 PM on a designated job with occasional Saturdays & overtime based on business demand.
• Travel to jobsites is required.

Travel Policy

• Drive your own vehicle to job sites.
• Pay per mile over 50 miles one way from our corporate office location.
• Per diem included for job sites over 50 miles one way.

Experience & Qualifications

• 2‑5 years of carpentry experience.
• Proper and safe use of hand tools.
• Ability to adhere to written and verbal instructions for proper installation of materials.
• Understanding of safety procedures and applying procedures in work and environment.
• Ability to perform work with minimal or no supervision.

Licenses Required

• Valid driver’s license.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision available for full‑time coworkers.
• Vacation offered to regular full‑time coworkers, earned annually on your anniversary date; a portion may be carried over.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
• Tuition assistance with 100 % reimbursement for approved courses and degree programs.
• Employee assistance program that provides professional, confidential help for personal issues.
• High Family Foundation scholarship awarded annually to children of coworkers working at least 1,000 hours per year and employed for at least two years.
• Good Measure award presented periodically to individuals or teams that exemplify the High Philosophy.