Closet Installer (1099)

Penmarc Inspired Spaces, LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Company vehicle benef.

Tools provided

Career advancement

Team culture

Job summary

Penmarc Inspired Spaces, LLC is seeking a Trim Carpenter to install millwork, closets, cabinetry and trim for residential and commercial projects. You will manage field installations, ensure fittings are plumb and level, read blueprints, and liaise with the scheduling team to keep projects on track.

The role requires 5+ years in carpentry, EPA RRP Lead Renovator Certification within 30 days, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Lead Renovator Certification within 30 days of hire.
• OSHA safety training preferred.
• 5+ years in construction, carpentry, cabinetry, remodeling, and millwork.
• Experience in interior trim, remodels, renovations, shelving, or closet organizers.
• Ability to read layouts from blueprints and apply basic mathematics.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Install custom closets, cabinetry, trim, millwork, and related finishes to meet project specifications.
• Ensure installations are plumb, level, and securely fastened.
• Read blueprints and layouts accurately and measure materials accordingly.
• Use hand tools, reciprocating and miter saws, and power tools safely.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and adhere to safety protocols.
• Coordinate with Market Managers and schedulers to meet timelines.
• Travel to project sites, including overnight stays when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer service

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma

Tools

HEPA vacuum

Reciprocating saw

Miter saw

Power tools

Job description

At Penmarc Inspired Spaces, LLC, our core values—We Before Me, Spirit of Excellence, Grace Through Generosity, Do the Right Thing, and Innovate to Elevate—are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement, ensuring every project reflects our dedication to excellence.

Position Summary

Penmarc Inspired Spaces, LLC is currently seeking a Trim Carpenter to install various types of millwork, cabinets, and closet organizers for residential and commercial clients. Penmarc is a premier service provider for custom-designed spaces that inspire organized lifestyles. Working with products chosen by the customer, our team of professional installers brings the project to life by creating spaces that leave clients refreshed, excited, and ready to organize.

As a Trim Carpenter, you will be “hands‑on” managing the field service installation of systems including closet shelves, organizers, cabinetry, trim and millwork, renovations, remodels, sheetrock repair, and painting. You are responsible for direct customer service through project completion and client satisfaction, bringing the highest level of professionalism and quality to every project. You will also alert scheduling to issues in the field, strategize to eliminate these issues on future jobs, and track your progress to maintain excellence in workmanship and customer service.

To succeed, candidates must meet the following Core Requirements:

• Business Credentials: Maintain all required business licenses and provide a valid Certificate of Insurance (COI) and Workers’ Compensation coverage.
• Transportation Capability: Ability to pick up and deliver 4X8 pallets of product using a van, truck, or trailer; prior experience or willingness to learn is essential.
• Tools & Carpentry Skills: Should own basic hand tools commonly used for trim-level carpentry work. Essential specialty tools (such as a HEPA vacuum) are required. A skilled craftsman is expected to maintain personal tools for efficiency and quality workmanship.”
• Background Screening: Successfully pass background check.
• RRP Certification: Preferred RRP Certified or willing to obtain by attending training within the first month of employment.

Essential Functions

• Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance customer experience.
• Install custom closets, cabinetry, trim, millwork, and related finishes to meet project specifications, ensuring all installations are plumb, level, and securely fastened.
• Perform tasks including trim work, sheetrock repair, light painting, and construction of millwork systems according to design specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, layouts, and specifications accurately.
• Measure and cut materials with precision and safety using hand and power tools.
• Adhere to work schedules with punctuality and reliability, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
• Collaborate with Market Managers, Scheduling Coordinators, and other team members to meet project timelines.
• Complete all job tasks, time clock entries, and review plans and scope of work within the proprietary project management system (Cruxos).
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace, following all safety protocols and procedures.
• Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude in all clients and team interactions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues on‑site in partnership with the Market Manager and clients.
• Communicate promptly with scheduling and management regarding job progress or issues.
• Respect the client’s home and maintain a professional work area, minimizing disturbance to other areas.
• Represent Penmarc with professionalism and uphold company values in every interaction.
• Be willing and able to travel as required for project needs, including overnight stays when necessary.

Requirements & Experience

• High School diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent experience
• Ability to obtain EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Lead Renovator Certification within 30 days of hire
• Knowledge of general safety practices or OSHA training preferred
• 5+ years of experience in construction, carpentry, cabinetry, remodeling, and millwork
• Experience in interior trim, remodels, renovations, shelving, or closet organizers
• Ability to use hand tools, reciprocating and miter saws, and power tools correctly and safely
• Ability to read layouts from blueprints and apply basic mathematics
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and make decisions under pressure
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks
• Ability to use dispatching equipment and mobile applications
• A phone or device with a sufficient data plan to access proprietary project management system (Cruxos)
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Reliable transportation and Proof of required vehicle insurance.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work performed in residential settings including new builds, remodels, and renovations.
• Frequent standing, walking, squatting, reaching, bending, lifting, climbing, carrying, crouching, pushing and/or pulling.
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds.
• Occasional sitting, twisting, crawling, crouching.
• Occasional pushing and/or pulling up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to maneuver in tight spaces and on uneven terrain.
• Proficient hand-eye coordination to operate tools safely and precisely.
• Exposure to varying temperature conditions, noise, dust, and jobsite hazards.

What We Offer

• Flexible work hours to support work‑life balance
• Company‑provided tools and technology support
• Mileage reimbursement or company vehicle options (if applicable)
• Values‑driven culture focused on service to others and teamwork
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization

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