Experienced Carpenter

byggmeister inc; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with employer match

Tool, cell phone and vehicle allowance

Paid time off and paid volunteer time

Job summary

Byggmeister, a worker-owned, woman-led design-build remodeling firm in the Boston area, seeks an experienced carpenter for our field crew to produce high-quality renovations.

You will apply strong carpentry skills to residential projects, read construction documents, and work with a diverse team. This full-time role offers health insurance, 401K with employer match, and an ownership pathway after three years.

Qualifications

• Strong carpentry skills and ability to interpret construction documents.
• Proven problem-solving and organizational abilities relevant to field work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; teamwork oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry tasks on residential renovations as part of a field crew.
• Read and understand construction documents and specs.
• Maintain site safety and cleanliness; manage personal tools and equipment.

Skills

Carpentry

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Written and oral communication

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Byggmeister is a worker-owned, woman-led design-build remodeling firm striving to be an exemplary steward of Boston area homes. We are looking for an experienced carpenter to join our field crew in producing beautiful, durable, environmentally responsible renovations.

WHY WORK WITH US

We are committed to the triple bottom line: people, planet and profit. We see employees as people first, provide generous compensation and benefits, support professional growth, and offer all workers the opportunity to apply for ownership. You will have regular opportunities to contribute to company initiatives and connect with practitioners at other firms.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a talented craftsperson who is interested in home performance and committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. In addition, you:

• Have strong carpentry, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills (written and oral)

• Bring positive energy, takes on all tasks with enthusiasm, works well with a wide range of people, and is a team player

• Can read and understand construction documents

• Show ongoing interest in continuing education

• Always maintain personal and jobsite safety

• Own and maintain hand and power tools

• Have reliable transportation to work sites around the Boston area

DETAILS

• Full-time

• 5 years of field experience in residential construction

• Work on job sites around the metro Boston area

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• $35-41 hourly depending on experience

• Tool, cell phone and vehicle allowance

• Paid attendance at conferences and other training opportunities

• Paid time off and paid volunteer time off

• Health insurance

• 401K with employer match

• Opportunity to apply to become an owner after three years

We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, and CTE graduates.

This position is open until filled, with a target start date of 9/21/26. Screening interviews will be conducted by phone, and finalist candidates will have the opportunity to meet the team in-person and visit current projects in progress.