Framing Technician: Path to Install Manager

84 Lumber; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Hands-on training

Local work—no overnight travel

Job summary

84 Lumber in Wilmington, NC is hiring a Framing Technician (Entry-Level) to support residential framing projects and quality inspections. This role offers a clear growth path into Install Manager positions and a promotes-from-within culture, with hands-on training and local work with no overnight travel.

The successful candidate will perform daily field reviews, inspections, and light framing duties, work well in a team, and be ready for long-term advancement opportunities in our career

Qualifications

• 3+ years in residential framing installation or related leadership roles.
• Basic understanding of residential framing methods, construction tools, and job-site safety practices.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, scopes of work, and project information.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to solve problems and adapt to changing job site conditions.
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle materials in a physically demanding work environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential framing products and companion products according to customer blueprints, local building code, company standards and project scopes/specifications.
• Verify materials and equipment needed for installation projects.
• Inspect appropriate materials and installation methods for assigned projects.
• Perform safety inspections of crews, equipment, and maintain a safe organized work environment.
• Accurately complete required paperwork and project documentation.
• Work closely with team members and supervisors to ensure quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Residential framing

Crew leadership

Reading blueprints

Safety practices

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

84 Lumber in Wilmington, NC is hiring a Framing Technician (Entry-Level) to support residential framing projects and quality inspections. This role offers a clear growth path into Install Manager positions and a promotes-from-within culture, with hands-on training and local work with no overnight travel.

The successful candidate will perform daily field reviews, inspections, and light framing duties, work well in a team, and be ready for long-term advancement opportunities in our career