Finish Carpenter / Painter (Interior & Trim Specialist)

Kennedy Painting; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 33,062 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) options

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Kennedy Painting in St. Louis, MO seeks a Finish Carpenter/Painter focused on interior and exterior trim as well as detailed prep work. With over 24 years in business and a Top Workplace recognition, we offer competitive pay ranging from $24 to $32 per hour based on experience, along with benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

The successful candidate will perform carpentry tasks alongside a professional team in various residential and commercial settings, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and quality.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of finish carpentry, trim, or general construction experience.
• Experience with exterior repairs is a plus.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair interior and exterior trim, baseboards, and molding.
• Complete exterior carpentry work including wood rot repair.
• Perform detailed prep work for clean paint finishes.

Skills

Finish carpentry

Attention to detail

General construction

Job description

Finish Carpenter / Painter (Interior & Trim Specialist)

Location: St. Louis, MO
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $24–$32/hour (based on experience)

Kennedy Painting is a locally owned St. Louis company, in business since 1998, specializing in residential and commercial repainting with light carpentry work that supports our projects. We’ve been named a Top Workplace for four years in a row based on employee feedback. We offer steady, year-round work, competitive pay, and benefits including health insurance (employee and family plans), 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, and sick pay, along with a clear path for growth.

We’re looking to add a Finish Carpenter focused on interior and exterior trim, detailed prep, and minor repairs. Our work is primarily in occupied homes and commercial spaces, so attention to detail and professionalism are important. We do not work on new construction or apartment painting projects. All work is completed by our in-house team, no subcontractors.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Install and repair interior and exterior trim, baseboards, crown molding, casing, and siding details
• Complete exterior carpentry work including wood rot repair, siding replacement, and molding upgrades
• Perform detailed prep work to support clean, long-lasting paint finishes
• Handle minor repairs such as drywall patching, adjustments, and general carpentry fixes
• Work alongside painters and crew leaders to complete projects efficiently
• Keep job sites clean, organized, and professional

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of finish carpentry, trim, or general construction experience
• Experience with exterior repairs (wood rot, siding, trim) is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
• Professional attitude on job sites

Pay & Benefits

• $24–$32/hour depending on experience
• Weekly pay
• Paid time off and holidays
• Health benefits and 401(k) options
• Opportunities for advancement

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If this sounds like a fit, we’d be happy to talk with you.