Carpenter

Freeman Boatworks; Moncks Corner (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Voluntary benefits

Team-focused environment

Job summary

Freeman Boatworks in Moncks Corner, SC is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join our boat-building team. Bring your carpentry expertise; prior boat-building experience is a plus but not required—we’ll teach the specifics of boat construction. You’ll work with wood, composites, and hardware to deliver high-quality components on time.

Responsibilities include cabinetry, finish carpentry, accurate measurements from drawings, and maintaining a clean, safe work area in a collaborative shop environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry or woodworking
• Ability to read drawings and take measurements
• Comfort with hand and power tools
• Attention to detail and quality workmanship
• Reliable and able to follow directions
• Willing to learn new skills

Responsibilities

• Build and install custom cabinetry and interior components
• Perform finish carpentry and detailed woodwork
• Cut, fit, and install wood and composite materials
• Build and install doors, drawers, hatches, trim, storage compartments, and other boat components
• Read drawings and take accurate measurements
• Safely operate hand and power tools
• Work with hardwoods, plywood, veneers, and composites
• Assist with general boat construction and installation
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

Skills

Carpentry experience

Hand tools

Math basics

Tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Description

Freeman Boatworks is seeking a skilled Carpenter. If you have a strong carpentry background, enjoy working with your hands, and take pride in quality work, this could be a great fit. Previous boat-building experience is not required — bring your carpentry experience and we’ll teach you the boat-building side of the job.

What You’ll Do

• Build and install custom cabinetry and interior components
• Perform finish carpentry and detailed woodwork
• Cut, fit, and install wood and composite materials
• Build and install doors, drawers, hatches, trim, storage compartments, and other boat components
• Read drawings and take accurate measurements
• Safely operate hand and power tools
• Work with hardwoods, plywood, veneers, and composite materials
• Assist with general boat construction and installation
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

What We’re Looking For

• Previous carpentry or woodworking experience
• Comfortable using hand and power tools, taking accurate measurements, and performing basic math
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
• Reliable, dependable, and able to follow direction
• Willing to learn new skills and techniques
• Experience in finish carpentry, custom cabinetry, furniture building, boat building, trim carpentry, millwork, fiberglass, or composites is helpful, but not required

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Additional voluntary benefit options
• A collaborative, team-focused environment

Please note: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.