Finish Carpenter

Peterson Builders Inc; Eden (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Builders, Inc. seeks an experienced Residential Finish Carpenter to deliver high‑end finish work in luxury custom homes. You will install trim, doors, shelving, and built‑ins with precision to uphold craftsmanship, schedule, and budget.

This role requires strong plan reading, layout, and tool proficiency, and you will coordinate with Site Managers and other trades on a daily basis. You will be part of a skilled craftsman team, contribute to project efficiency, and maintain a clean,

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of residential finish carpentry experience, luxury custom home experience preferred.
• Ability to install interior trim, casing, base, crown, doors, hardware, closets and built-ins with high craftsmanship.
• Read plans, schedules, elevations, and shop drawings with minimal supervision.
• Precise measuring, layout, copes, miters, and fastenings to luxury residential standards.

Responsibilities

• Install interior trim, base, casing, crown, wall and ceiling details, window trim, closet shelving, hardware and built-ins.
• Hang and adjust interior doors to operate cleanly and align with project specifications.
• Read plans and finish schedules; confirm unclear items before work begins.
• Measure, cut, cope, miter, scribe, and finish materials to a luxury standard.
• Identify field issues early and coordinate solutions with Site/Project Manager.
• Collaborate with Site Managers, Foremen, and other trades to maintain schedule and quality.

Skills

Finish Carpentry

Read Plans

Precision Measuring

Trim Install

Tool Proficiency

Team Communication

Tools

Miter Saw

Table Saw

Router

Planer

Nailer

Job description

General Summary

Peterson Builders, Inc. is hiring an experienced Residential Finish Carpenter to execute high-quality finish work in luxury custom homes. This role is responsible for precise installation of trim, doors, hardware, shelving, built-ins, and other finish details that improve project efficiency, reduce rework, and uphold PBI’s standard for craftsmanship, schedule, and budget accountability.

You're a member of the craftsman team. Get along with the other craftsman and help with other job‑related activities by being a team player. If this isn’t you, then please don’t apply.

Reports to

Director of Remodel / Site Manager (Superintendent)

Direct Reports

None

Works with and accountable to

Site Managers, Project Managers, Foremen, and other trades

Primary Role

Deliver clean, accurate, high‑end residential finish carpentry that supports PBI’s core value “BUILT Accountable” through quality craftsmanship, efficient execution, and job‑ready communication.

Key Responsibilities

Finish Carpentry Execution

• Install interior trim, base, casing, crown, wall and ceiling details, window and door trim, closet shelving, hardware, and related finish components.
• Hang, fit, adjust, and hardware interior doors to operate cleanly and align with project specifications.
• Read plans, finish schedules, shop drawings, and details; confirm unclear items before work begins.
• Measure, cut, cope, miter, scribe, fasten, and finish materials to a luxury residential standard.
• Identify field issues early and coordinate solutions with the Site Manager or Project Manager before they affect quality or schedule.
• Help with other job‑related activities with the other craftsman members.

Tools, Materials, and Job Readiness

• Arrive prepared with required personal hand tools, PPE, and appropriate work attire.
• Verify tools, hardware, trim, doors, shelving, and specialty materials are ready before starting assigned work.
• Use company sign‑out procedures for shop tools and materials; return items clean and accounted for.
• Protect installed finishes, flooring, cabinetry, doors, and client‑owned surfaces during work.
• Notify the Site Manager in advance when materials, hardware, or supplies are missing or running low.

Quality Control and Jobsite Cleanliness

• Inspect completed work for alignment, tight joints, clean reveals, secure fastening, and readiness for paint or final finish.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area throughout the day and leave the jobsite swept before departure.
• Return extra materials to the shop or designated storage area unless directed otherwise.
• Report completed work to the Site Manager or Foreman for review; communicate immediately if a task cannot be completed as scheduled.

Required Experience and Skills

• Experience - Minimum 5 years of residential finish carpentry experience; luxury custom home experience preferred.
• Finish Carpentry - Strong ability to install trim, casing, base, crown, doors, hardware, closet systems, shelving, built‑ins, and detailed millwork.
• Plan Reading - Ability to read drawings, finish schedules, elevations, and shop drawings without constant supervision.
• Precision - Advanced measuring, layout, cutting, coping, scribing, and installation skills with high attention to detail.
• Tool Proficiency - Safe, efficient use of finish carpentry hand tools, miter saws, table saws, routers, planers, sanders, nailers, and related equipment.
• Material Knowledge - Working knowledge of hardwoods, paint‑grade materials, stain‑grade materials, fasteners, adhesives, and finish protection methods.
• Efficiency - Ability to plan work, reduce rework, protect completed finishes, and keep tasks moving without sacrificing quality.
• Communication - Professional communication with Site Managers, Project Managers, Foremen, subcontractors, and clients when needed.
• Safety - Consistent use of PPE and safe work practices around tools, ladders, scaffolding, and occupied or near‑finished homes.
• Team – You're a member of the craftsman team. Get along with the other craftsman and help with other job‑related activities. If this isn’t you, then please don’t apply.

Physical Requirements and Schedule

• Ability to lift and carry materials, doors, trim packages, tools, and equipment as required.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb ladders, work overhead, and perform detailed finish work throughout an 8‑hour day.
• Comfort working in active residential construction environments with dust, noise, tools, and other trades present.
• Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional overtime or weekend work based on project needs.