Carpenter

NOR Design & Construction; Normandy Park (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Vacation with rollover

Discretionary bonus

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Gas allowance

Company devices

Job summary

NOR Design & Construction is seeking a skilled Carpenter to execute daily on-site carpentry for residential remodeling projects. You will work under the lead Carpenter, ensuring quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe workspace.

The role requires hands-on experience in framing, cabinetry, finish carpentry, and door/window installations, with strong communication and attention to detail. Local candidates within 30 miles of Seattle preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on residential construction with advanced carpentry skills and, ideally, supervisory experience.
• Strong framing, doors, cabinetry, and finish carpentry capabilities.
• Ability to read basic CAD construction documents (floor plans, elevations, sections).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Office, Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint).
• Willingness to learn other project planning apps or software.

Responsibilities

• Report to the lead Carpenter and support daily job site production for residential remodeling projects.
• Maintain a tidy and safe workspace for clients and workers.
• Perform carpentry tasks including framing, cabinet and trim work, door/window installs, and interior finish work.
• Manage material pickups/deliveries and assist with project demos.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members; uphold high-quality workmanship.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Reliable transportation

Clean driving record

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Core Responsibilities

The Carpenter at NOR Design and Construction will report to the lead Carpenter who implements the daily job site production of residential remodeling projects, ensuring quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction. This hands-on role involves performing skilled carpentry and standard construction tasks, all while maintaining a tidy and safe workspace for both the client and the workers.

Core Responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:

• Team Player but also highly motivated when working independently
• Attention to detail – see something questionable, say something before it is too late
• Obsession with having a clean and organized job site – always
• Time management skills
• Project Demo and disposal
• Set up and take down of proper dust and floor protection at the start of the project and maintained throughout the project
• General framing and structural changes
• Cabinet and trim/molding Install
• Door and Window install
• Interior finish trim/molding/casing work
• Basic flooring installation/repair
• General handyman maintenance and repairs for existing and new customers
• Material pickup/delivery, within reason

General Qualifications

Expectations:

• Personal, approachable, and with excellent communication skills.
• oKeeps calm, cool, concise communication, both verbal and written
• oCan communicate via in-person with clients and is proficient with group phone text and emails
• Tools for the job, keeping them in good working order
• Construction-appropriate, reliable transportation
• Clean driving record with proof of insurance
• Able to pass required pre-employment screenings, including criminal background, MVR, and drug screenings
• Able to perform physical exertion including carrying, climbing, crawling, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, hauling, and lifting as much as 100lbs
• Must live within 30 miles radius of Seattle

Preferred Skills/Experience

• 3+ years of demonstrated experience of hands-on Residential construction with advanced carpentry skills and prior supervisory experience
• 3+ years of demonstrated experience in framing windows, doors, siding, cabinetry and finish carpentry
• Ability to comprehend basic CAD construction documents (floor plans, elevations, & sections)
• Microsoft Office Products: Office, Excel, Word, Teams, and Sharepoint
• Willingness to learn other project planning apps or software

Compensation/Benefits

• Competitive Compensation,
• Salary based on overall experience and skills (include salary request with resume)
• Vacation/Sick with rollover accumulates based on hours worked
• Holidays paid
• Discretionary Bonus based on the performance of the business and contributions to the success of the business
• Monthly allowance to cover: Medical/Dental/Vision/Basic Life/HAS or Flex Spending accounts
• Monthly gas allowance
• Company Phone/Tablet/Computer as necessary for the job

Schedule (typical office hours):

• Monday – Friday
• Hours can flex pending on project scope and location requirements 7am- 5 pm

EEO Statement, Wa State

NOR Design and Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, age (except for bona fide occupational qualifications, sex, pregnancy, identity, gender expression, marital status, military leave or service, status as a disabled veteran or another covered veteran status, participation in eeo-protected activity, any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, or association with a person on the basis of one of the foregoing.

NOR Design and Construction also supports the Washington State ‘at-will employment’ following all L&I rules.A 90-day probation period is standard for all potential employees so that we may assess your skills and work habits to ensure a good fit for both NOR Design and the potential employee.

We work hard but strive for a work/life balance. We love what we do, the experience we provide, and the finished product our clients receive. We strongly believe this passion sets us apart from other design-build companies. If you enjoy working in a dynamic role and thrive on challenges while offering clients a unique experience, we’d love to talk to you.