Carpenter - Full-Time, Benefits, Paid Training!

West Shore Home; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company on a mission to revolutionize home remodeling! As a Home Remodeling Trainee, you'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional shower installations and bath remodels. This entry-level position offers year-round employment, generous benefits, and unlimited overtime opportunities. With access to world-class training and company-provided tools, you'll have everything you need to grow your career in a supportive environment. If you're eager to learn and make a difference in customers' lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

Unlimited overtime opportunities

Company-provided tools and equipment

Vehicle and gas covered

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry, remodeling, plumbing, or construction is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and power tools is required.

Responsibilities

• Meet at the warehouse, gather materials, and load company trucks.
• Complete controlled demolition and install new bathtub/shower.

Skills

Carpentry

Remodeling

Plumbing

Construction

Attention to detail

Reading a tape measure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Grand Rapids, MI, USA •

Job Description

Posted Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 5:00 AM

We are on a mission to do something that has never been done before – to build the first nationwide home remodeling brand. That requires a high level of imagination, commitment, and determination from people who take extreme ownership of their circumstances. We are proud that our commitment to culture has earned us the 2023 Top Workplaces USA award as one of the nation’s top employers.

Looking to build your career with a company that values your craftsmanship, skill, and experience? Join a team who works just as hard for you as you do for our customers.

As a Home Remodeling Trainee on our Grand Rapids team, you will join us on our mission of Bringing Happiness to Every Home by consistently delivering five-star shower installation and bath remodel experiences to our customers.

You will report directly to our Installation Manager and work closely with our Lead Installers, Trainers, and Warehouse/Operations professionals.

Why Work at West Shore Home?

• Full-time, year-round W2 employment with a generous benefits package including insurances, Paid Time Off, and 401k with company match.
• Unlimited overtime opportunities that pay up to DOUBLE your normal wage.
• Access to world-class training programs through our NCCER Accredited Training Units led by our Certified Instructors & Trainers to help you level up your career.
• Company-provided tools and equipment.
• A vehicle, gas, and drive time covered by West Shore Home.

What It Takes to Succeed

• Experience in carpentry, remodeling, plumbing, or construction – or a hunger to learn!
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must have a valid smartphone or smart device to log into company-required systems using two-factor authentication.

A Day in the Life

• Meet at our warehouse at 6:30 AM, gather materials, and load company trucks.
• Drive to customers' homes, greet and establish rapport.
• Complete controlled demolition of the bathtub/shower area.
• Install new bathtub/shower pan and acrylic wall surround, update plumbing as needed.
• Show extreme attention to detail and care for customer’s home by properly cleaning up following installation.
• Obtain necessary signed documents & payment from the customer, and return to the warehouse.

More to Know

• Schedule: Non-exempt role with standard hours Monday – Friday beginning at 6:30 AM; end times may vary.
• Seniority Level: Entry-Level, Associate.

Our Growth Story

What started as a local window & door replacement company in a small Pennsylvania suburb has grown into a technology-enabled home improvement powerhouse with over 2,500 employees across 16+ states. With continued national expansion plans, we have committed ourselves to staying true to our roots with a customer-first mindset and an employee-centric culture.

We operate at our best when every employee works to achieve their individual potential. To facilitate this, West Shore Home actively invests in our people by providing the structure and support to challenge you as you grow professionally and offering tools to achieve personal satisfaction.

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It is the policy of West Shore Home to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.