Carpenter - Foundation & Sructural Repairs

The Drying Company; Toano (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Tools provided

Job summary

The Drying Company in Toano, VA is seeking a skilled Carpenter to diagnose and repair framing in crawl spaces, interpreting structural plans and performing necessary repairs. You will train and supervise crew members while ensuring exceptional customer service on every project.

Responsibilities include reading plans, installing structural supports, and communicating clearly with homeowners. The role requires travel across Hampton Roads and Richmond areas; a company vehicle is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry and residential framing.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and drawings.
• Experience supervising or mentoring team members.
• Strong verbal and written communication with clients and colleagues.
• Excellent customer service with a professional attitude.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Interpret framing plans and perform crawl space repairs.
• Replace joists, install beams, repair sill plates, and reinforce structures.
• Train and supervise crew members on-site.
• Identify improvements to meet code and high standards.
• Communicate with homeowners and maintain top service.
• Travel between Toano office and job sites; company vehicle provided.

Skills

Carpentry experience

Reading structural plans

Supervision/mentorship

Clear communication

Customer service

OSHA safety knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Job description

As a Carpenter at The Drying Company, you will apply your carpentry knowledge and experience to diagnose and repair structural framing issues in crawl spaces. At The Drying Company, we are passionate about delivering outstanding customer experiences and excellence-driven results. If you're a person of integrity, if you know what good leadership involves, and if you are an expert in your field but always looking for new ways to learn and grow, Team TDC is the place for you!

What You’ll Do as a Carpenter:

• Interpret and follow framing plans and structural drawings
• Complete crawl space framing repairs, including joist replacement, beam installation, sill plate repair, and structural reinforcement
• Train and supervise other crew members in the above skills
• Identify areas for improvement/correction at various project sites to comply with both code and TDC’s high standards
• Communicate with homeowners; maintain the highest levels of customer service
• Travel between the TDC office in Toano, VA, and job sites throughout Hampton Roads, Greater Richmond, and the Virginia Peninsula. (company vehicle provided)

What We’re Looking for in a Carpenter:

• Professional experience in carpentry and residential framing
• Professional experience reading and interpreting construction plans/structural drawings
• Experience in supervision, teaching, and/or mentorship of team members
• Ability to communicate clearly (verbally and in writing) with colleagues, company leadership, and homeowners
• Excellent customer service skills and a positive, professional attitude
• A dedication to high standards of excellence on the jobsite
• Familiarity with OSHA safety requirements
• Valid driver\'s license with a clean record (Insurance verification required)
• Applicants must be willing to submit to a per-employmentbackground check.

What We Offer:

• Excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K
• Paid holidays and vacations
• A company vehicle outfitted with necessary tools and equipment (To be picked up/dropped off at the TDC headquarters each day.)
• A friendly, supportive environment where employees and their success are celebrated

Working Conditions:

• Challenging environments such as tight, dark, or damp spaces.
• Seasonal weather conditions

Physical Requirements:

• Physical stamina to perform labor-intensive tasks, including lifting heavy objects and operating tools.
• Ability to enter crawlspaces

Specializing in keeping the outside outside, The Drying Company is passionate about protecting homes and building strong relationships with our clients, our community, and our fantastic team! The Drying Company has been serving homeowners and businesses throughout Hampton Roads, Greater Richmond, and the Virginia Peninsula since 2002. We are a family-owned Home Performance Contractor, specializing in attics, basements, crawl spaces, foundation repair, and gutters. To learn more about our company, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k13KpH0Q7A0.

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tools provided
• Vision insurance

The Drying Company has been serving homeowners and businesses throughout Hampton Roads, Greater Richmond, and the Virginia Peninsula since 2002. We are a family-owned Home Performance Contractor, specializing in attics, basements, crawl spaces, foundation repair, and gutters. To learn more about our company, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k13KpH0Q7A0.

The Drying Company LLC is an EEO/ AA/ VET/ Disabled Employer. We are proud to be Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified.