Lead Carpenter

JPS Construction and Design, Inc.; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JPS Construction and Design, Inc. is seeking a skilled Lead Carpenter to join our design-build team.

You will execute rough carpentry and finish work to ensure weather-tight structures that meet high-quality standards and code requirements, on both interior and exterior projects. Under the Project Manager, you will estimate daily material needs, protect job sites, supervise junior crew, and contribute to projects from framing through finishing.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of vocational school or technical college or apprenticeship program; OR at least three years of experience via on-the-job training required.
• Ability to understand directions and read/interpreting construction documents and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of carpentry principles and building materials; proficiency with construction methods, building codes, carpentry, and hand/power tools.

Responsibilities

• Demolition & Protection: Move furniture, protect surfaces, and demolish structures as directed.
• Rough carpentry: Frame floors, walls, decks, and roofs; install windows, doors, siding, roofing, and decking with weather protection.
• Finish carpentry: Install interior/exterior trim, stairs, cabinetry, built-ins, and hardware precisely.
• General duties: Generate daily material lists, maintain trailer organization, ensure building code compliance, and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Carpentry

Blueprints

Finish carpentry

Demolition

Hand tools

Power tools

English

Math

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Vocational/technical training

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Company Description JPS Construction and Design is a design-build firm (mostly high-end residential construction) seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Carpenter to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for executing a wide range of rough carpentry and detailed finish work to ensure structures are weathertight, are completed to high-quality standards, and comply with building codes. Work is performed under the supervision of the Project Manager and includes both interior and exterior construction tasks. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your hands-on skills in a fast-paced environment while supporting the successful completion of highly customized projects.

• Role Description Demolition & Protection: Move furniture, protect surfaces, and demolish structures as directed.
• Rough Carpentry: Frame floors, walls, decks, and roofs; install windows, doors, siding, roofing, and decking with proper weather protection. Measure, mark, and arrange materials to established layout based on blueprints or instructions from supervisors. Use various hand and power tools to securely build assigned projects.
• Finish Carpentry: Install interior/exterior trim, stairs, cabinetry, built-ins, and hardware with precision.
• General Duties: Generate daily material lists, maintain trailer organization, ensure building code compliance, and follow safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of vocational school or technical college or apprenticeship program; OR at least three years of experience via on-the-job training required.
• Ability to understand directions and read/interpreting construction documents and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of carpentry principles and building materials. Proficiency with construction methods, building codes, carpentry, and hand/power tools.
• Basic math, problem-solving, and organization skills.
• Comfortable using a smartphone and email.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Able to communicate (written and oral) effectively in English.

Join our team if you’re passionate about delivering top-tier craftsmanship across diverse projects! This paid position offers a chance to grow professionally within a growing company dedicated to excellence in the construction industry.