Experienced Residential Carpenter

The JOY FM; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The JOY FM is seeking a hands-on residential carpenter who will personally perform construction work from framing to finishes. You will read blueprints, measure precisely, and build according to code, including kitchens, bathrooms, and additions. A dependable truck and a wide toolset are required, as you may work with one assistant on larger projects.

We value honesty, reliability, and the ability to estimate time accurately so projects stay on schedule. Long-term team member encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience building homes or major additions.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural blueprints.
• Precise measurement, layout and construction.
• Ability to sketch room additions with accurate dimensions.
• Strong knowledge of residential building codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry work from framing to finish on residential projects.
• Work from blueprints and plans, ensuring workmanship to code.
• Accurately estimate time and complete projects on schedule.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Accurate Layout

Code Compliance

Residential Construction

Time Estimation

Truck Ownership

Self-reliant

Kitchens & Baths

Tools

Truck ownership

Essential Tools

Measuring Tools

Construction Tools

Job description

Description:
Starting Pay: $30–$45 per Hour — Based on Experience, Skills & Tools

What We’re Looking For

• Built a complete house or a substantial addition that included a bathroom and/or kitchen.
• Ability to accurately read, interpret, and work from architectural and construction blueprints.
• Ability to measure, lay out, and construct projects with precision.
• Ability to draw or sketch room additions, including kitchens and other spaces, with accurate dimensions.
• Strong working knowledge of residential building codes. Candidates will be asked questions about building codes as part of the interview process.
• Ability to build residential structures and additions to code and according to proper construction standards.
• Knowledge of framing, roofing, siding, flooring, trim, drywall, doors, windows, stairs, kitchens, bathrooms, and other residential construction.
• Ability to properly grade a driveway from scratch and establish appropriate drainage.
• Ability to develop realistic time estimates for projects and consistently complete work on or ahead of schedule.

This Is a Hands-On Position

We are not looking for someone who simply calls themselves a residential contractor and subcontracts most of the work. We are looking for a carpenter who knows how to do the work and personally does the work. You may occasionally have an assistant to help with larger projects, but you must be capable of independently performing the majority of the construction work yourself.

Experience & References Required

Candidates must be prepared to provide:

• Names and phone numbers of previous customers who can speak about the quality of your work.
• Contact information for supervisors or managers from previous construction employers.
• Photos of projects you have personally worked on.
• A clear description of exactly what work you performed in each photo.

We value honesty and accuracy. For example, if a photo shows a completed staircase but your contribution was painting it, tell us that. If a photo shows a house addition but you only built the deck, clearly identify your role. We want to see what you actually built—not simply projects you were associated with.

Tools & Transportation

• Must have a dependable truck suitable for residential construction work.
• Must own most of the tools necessary to perform residential construction.
• Candidates with a more extensive collection of professional tools and equipment may qualify for higher pay within the $30–$45/hour range.

We Are Looking for a Long-Term Team Member

This is not a position for someone looking for a base income while primarily working side jobs. We are looking for someone who wants to work, build, take pride in their craftsmanship, and become a dependable member of our team. We value productivity, honesty, precision, reliability, and the ability to complete quality work efficiently.

If You Can Build It, We Want to Meet You.

If you are a true hands-on residential carpenter with the experience, knowledge, tools, and work ethic to back up your skills, we want to hear from you.