Framing Carpenter

The Contractor Consultants; Ranson (WV); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay cycle

Two weeks of paid time off

Career development pathways

Job summary

The Contractor Consultants is seeking a skilled Framing Carpenter in Ranson, West Virginia, to build high-quality residential structures. You will play a vital role in executing residential framing projects, showcasing your craftsmanship while working alongside experienced crews.

Qualified candidates should have proven experience in framing, the ability to read blueprints, and proficiency in carpentry tools. The position offers competitive pay with opportunities for overtime, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a framing carpenter on residential construction sites.
• Strong ability to read architectural blueprints and lay out houses independently.
• Must know how to set trusses and floor joists.

Responsibilities

• Interpret structural blueprints and execute precise layouts.
• Construct and assemble wood and metal framing for floors, walls, and roofs.
• Maintain an organized and safe workspace according to safety codes.

Skills

Reading architectural blueprints

Using carpentry tools

Rough residential framing

Aligning structures

Tools

Power carpentry tools

Hand carpentry tools

Job description

Framing Carpenter – Build High-Quality Residential Structures with Royal Framing

Job Overview

• Company: Royal Framing
• Salary/Pay Rate: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour.
• Location: Ranson, West Virginia.
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.
• Schedule: 40 hours per week.
• Project Scope: Residential.
• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required.

The Opportunity

You will play a vital role in executing high-quality residential framing projects. This position offers the chance to showcase your craftsmanship on dynamic layouts while working alongside an experienced field operations crew. You will have a direct impact on turning blueprints into structural realities for modern living spaces.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Interpret structural blueprints and shop drawings to execute precise layouts.
• Construct and assemble wood and metal framing for floors, walls, and roofs.
• Utilize advanced carpentry tools safely to maintain exact framing tolerances.
• Measure, cut, and shape building materials to minimize project waste.
• Verify structure alignment using levels, lasers, plumb bobs, and framing squares.
• Maintain an organized and safe workspace in full compliance with safety codes.
• This is a full outdoor, high-heat environment.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience working as a framing carpenter on residential construction sites.
• Experience with rough residential framing is needed.
• Strong ability to read architectural blueprints and layout houses independently.
• Full proficiency with standard hand and power carpentry tools.
• Must know how to set trusses from truss layout and set floor joists. These are non-negotiables.
• Ability to work onsite in Ranson, West Virginia and stand for extended periods.
• Must be a W-2 employee.
• Must be US Citizen or have Worker Authorization Card.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• 5 years of related residential framing experience.
• Prior experience with townhouse construction and panelized framing systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regional residential building codes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay cycle with overtime opportunities at $52.50 per hour.
• Two weeks of paid time off covering vacation and sick leave after probation.
• One week of authorized weather pay per calendar year for safe downtime.
• Clear career development pathways within our growing field operations team.
• 40 hrs minimum, avg 45, with 9–10 hr days common in summer.

About Us

Royal Framing specializes in premium residential carpentry and interiors, delivering exceptional structural craftsmanship across the region. We support our team members with top-tier compensation, strong safety standards, and reliable year‑round work.

Royal Framing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.