Factory Carpenter: Climate-Controlled Work, Steady Hours

Framework First, Inc.; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee discount

Climate-controlled factory

Health/dental/vision coverage (2026)

Job summary

Framework First, Inc. is hiring carpenters for our Salinas factory team. You will perform framing and finish work in a climate-controlled factory, with some on-site days across Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz, and Santa Clara counties.

Expect steady full-time hours, daily starts at 7:30 AM, and opportunities to advance to Lead Carpenter as you grow. Pay starts at $35–$55/hour, translating to roughly $72,800–$114,400/year for a 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of framing or residential carpentry (not entry-level).
• Confident with tools and able to read a plan set and build to it, working independently.
• You own your work: punctual, safety-minded, reliable, and accountable for what you build.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for on-site days across Tri-County + SLO service area.

Responsibilities

• Rough framing to spec, weatherproofing, and structural work.
• Window, door, and siding installation.
• Roofing, interior finishing, flooring, and final detail work.
• On-site set and finish work when a build calls for it: final touches and punch-list items.

Skills

Framing experience

Plan reading

Independent worker

Punctual & reliable

Driver's license

Job description

Framework First, Inc. is hiring carpenters for our Salinas factory team. You will perform framing and finish work in a climate-controlled factory, with some on-site days across Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz, and Santa Clara counties.

Expect steady full-time hours, daily starts at 7:30 AM, and opportunities to advance to Lead Carpenter as you grow. Pay starts at $35–$55/hour, translating to roughly $72,800–$114,400/year for a 40-hour week.