Carpenter

NEPA Builders; Olyphant (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Career Advancement

Wage Growth

Job summary

NEPA Builders, Inc. is seeking a Carpenter for residential construction in Blakely, PA, with projects across Northeast PA. The role offers year-round, steady work, a respectful team, and growth opportunities under a company founded in 2012.

Responsibilities include framing through finishes, coordination with managers, and ensuring safety and quality on site. W-2 full-time, hourly pay $28.00–$30.00, with overtime and benefits such as health insurance and 401k.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Professional residential carpentry experience (framing through finishes).
• Ability to read drawings and follow instructions.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work indoors/outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Execute residential carpentry scopes: framing, exterior trim/siding, window & door installs, decking, interior trim, cabinets, and finishes.
• Read and interpret plans, specs, and scopes; raise RFIs when something's unclear.
• Stage materials/tools, verify quantities, and coordinate deliveries to avoid downtime.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe jobsites; participate in daily safety practices.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager/Lead Carpenter on sequencing and quality control.
• Meet schedule milestones while upholding NEPA Builders' workmanship standards.
• Document progress (photos, notes) and communicate issues early with solutions.

Skills

Team communication

Safety-conscious

Client-facing professionalism

Organized

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Read construction drawings

Moisture management

Job description

Carpenter - Residential Construction

NEPA Builders, INC.

Location

Blakely, PA (projects across Northeast PA)

Build a long-term career you're proud of -- without the nonsense.

At NEPA Builders, Inc., you'll find steady, year-round work, a respectful team, and leaders who invest in your growth. We're an award-winning residential builder founded in 2012, with a steady pipeline of remodels, additions, and custom homes across Northeast Pennsylvania.

We believe in doing things the right way -- with structure, teamwork, and pride in craftsmanship. At NEPA Builders, you won't just learn a trade -- you'll build a career and a future you can be proud of.

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time, W-2 employee role

Hourly Pay Range: $28.00 to $30.00 per hour (based on experience/skill)

Overtime paid per Pennsylvania law

Health Insurance, 401k, paid time off, career advancement, and performance-based wage growth.

Clear career advancement path with performance-based wage growth

Additional Benefits Discussed During The Interview Process

As a Carpenter, you'll work with our production team to deliver high-quality residential projects, from framing through fine finishes. You'll coordinate closely with Project Managers/Production Managers, stay a few steps ahead on materials and sequencing, and help keep jobsites clean, safe, and on schedule.

Our Core Values

• Leaders Eat Last - We recognize that leadership is a service to others, not a title to hold. We lead with humility, and follow others with grace.
• Quality in Everything - Treat every client as if they were our own family, with the care and respect we'd show to our grandmother, and every home as if it were our own.
• Extreme Ownership, Extreme Integrity - We don't pass the blame or make excuses. Each team member takes full responsibility for their role, knowing that our integrity is defined by our actions. We are dedicated to being reliable, honest, and principled in every decision we make, no matter the difficulty. We know that honesty and integrity are the foundation of trust, and we are committed to being transparent with our clients and each other.
• Service with Purpose - We strive to serve not only our clients, but also those who need a helping hand, offering our skills and expertise to "Build" our community and make NEPA a better place.
• Adventure and Achievement - Short-term wins energize us, each one fueling our commitment to a vision that will outlast us and inspire future generations. Our pursuit of success is driven by adventure, constant growth, and a commitment to creating positive change that endures beyond our own time.

Responsibilities

• Execute residential carpentry scopes: framing, exterior trim/siding, window & door installs, decking, interior trim, cabinets, and finishes.
• Read and interpret plans, specs, and scopes; raise RFIs when something's unclear.
• Stage materials/tools, verify quantities, and coordinate deliveries to avoid downtime.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe jobsites; participate in daily safety practices.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager/Lead Carpenter on sequencing and quality control.
• Meet schedule milestones while upholding NEPA Builders' workmanship standards.
• Document progress (photos, notes) and communicate issues early with solutions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Professional residential carpentry experience (framing through finishes).
• Solid understanding of layout, measuring, cuts/joins, fasteners, and moisture management.
• Ability to read construction drawings and follow written/verbal instructions.
• Organized, calm under pressure, and proactive, you plan ahead, not day-of.
• Team-oriented with strong communication and client-facing professionalism.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to work across NEPA.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work indoors/outdoors in varied conditions.

Why Work With Us

You'll join a tight-knit, growing team that values craftsmanship, planning, and doing right by clients and each other. We invest in people who take ownership and want a career, not just a job.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

NEPA Builders, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.