Experienced Carpenter – Residential Construction

QXO; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

QXO is seeking experienced carpenters for immediate openings across our Chicago suburban job sites. The roles focus on residential carpentry including exterior trim, decks, framing, interior trim, and roof sheathing, with opportunities to work across multiple counties in the Chicago area.

Candidates should have experience with hand and power tools, work well with foremen, and maintain high quality craftsmanship under production timelines.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential carpentry across multiple specialties (exterior trim, decks, framing, interior trim, roof sheathing, back-out).
• Ability to work with foremen and field leadership to maintain production pace.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and a focus on quality craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Perform residential framing, exterior trim, interior trim, deck construction, roof sheathing, and back-out work.
• Partner with foremen to execute daily build plans and maintain production pace.
• Ensure work is performed with high quality, efficiency, and consistency.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites.
• Support crews in meeting project schedules and build timelines.

Skills

Residential carpentry

Exterior trim

Decks

Framing

Interior trim

Roof sheathing

Back-out

Hand tools

Power tools

Attention to detail

Tools

Tools usage

Job description

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best‑in‑class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second‑largest distributor of roofing products, the second‑largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.

What You’ll Do

We are the largest production residential carpentry contractor in the Chicago suburban market, with immediate opportunities for experienced carpenters across our job sites in the eight counties surrounding Chicago.

• Experienced carpenters specializing in exterior trim, decks, framing, interior trim, sheathing roofs, or back‑out
• Ability to work closely with foremen and field leadership to drive production and quality

Project Locations

• Will County: Plainfield, Joliet, Lockport, New Lenox, Manhattan
• DuPage County: Aurora, Naperville, Woodridge, Lombard, Warrenville
• Kane County: Aurora, St. Charles, Elgin, Batavia, Huntley, Pingree Grove, Sugar Grove
• Kendall County: Oswego, Yorkville, Montgomery
• Cook County: Tinley Park, Schaumburg, Bartlett, Lemont, Hoffman Estates, Northbrook
• Lake County: Mundelein, Volo
• McHenry County: Huntley, Crystal Lake, Johnsburg
• DeKalb County: DeKalb, Sycamore, Genoa, Cortland, Maple Park, Sandwich, Somonauk, Kingston

Travel between project sites may be required based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform residential framing, exterior trim, interior trim, deck construction, roof sheathing, and back‑out work
• Partner closely with foremen to execute daily build plans and maintain production pace
• Execute work with high quality, efficiency, and consistency
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites
• Support crews in meeting project schedules and build timelines

Work Environment

• Active residential construction sites
• Outdoor work in varying conditions
• Physically demanding work – lifting, climbing, ladders, roofs
• Overtime available based on production schedules

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in residential carpentry, with specialization in exterior trim, decks, framing, interior trim, roof sheathing, or back‑out
• Ability to work directly with and take direction from foremen and field leadership
• Strong ability to work independently and produce quality work
• Experience using hand and power tools
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship

What You’ll Earn

• Health Care Benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off

Salary Range

USD $20.00 – $55.00 per hour.

To comply with Pay Transparency laws, employers must disclose an annual salary range. Actual offers depend on factors such as location, experience, skills, and market data. This position may also offer variable compensation.

QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.