Historic Restoration Carpenter — Master Woodworker (DMV)

worcestereisenbrandtconstruction; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package (health, dental,

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Worcester Eisenbrandt (WEI) is seeking an experienced Carpenter to work on historic restoration projects across the DMV area, with primary assignments in Baltimore. The role is full-time and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Candidates should have at least five years of carpentry experience, own basic tools, and ability to perform Dutchman repairs and on-site restoration of architectural woodwork. Experience on historic properties is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of carpentry experience.
• Experience working on historic properties is preferred.
• Must provide your own basic carpentry tools.

Responsibilities

• Proven experience as a carpenter.
• Mark cutting and assembly lines using pencils, chalk, and marking gauges.
• Shape materials to precise measurements using saws, chisels, planes, and related tools.
• Assemble cut and shaped materials using nails, dowels, pins, or adhesives.
• Verify structural integrity using levels, plumb bobs, and related tools.
• Install commercial window frames, doors, frames, weatherstripping, and interior/exterior hardware (locks, kick plates, letter drops, etc.).
• Perform restoration of wood cornices, doors, windows, and other wood components.
• Must be able to perform Dutchman repairs.
• Install restored architectural elements on site.
• Construct forms and chutes for concrete placement.
• Erect scaffolding and ladders for elevated work.
• Assist with tasks related to concrete and masonry as needed.
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Projects primarily located in Baltimore, Maryland.

Skills

Carpentry

Historic restoration

Tool handling

Tools

Saws

Chisels

Planes

Nails & fasteners

Job description

Worcester Eisenbrandt (WEI) is seeking an experienced Carpenter to work on historic restoration projects across the DMV area, with primary assignments in Baltimore. The role is full-time and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Candidates should have at least five years of carpentry experience, own basic tools, and ability to perform Dutchman repairs and on-site restoration of architectural woodwork. Experience on historic properties is preferred.