Lead Carpenter

Huseby Homes; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation (2 weeks)

Sick leave

Holidays (5)

SEP retirement

Bonus opportunities

Company transportation

Job summary

Huseby Homes in Nashville, TN is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to lead daily carpentry activities on high-end residential projects. This role combines hands-on craftsmanship with crew leadership to maintain quality and schedule on-site.

You will read blueprints, coordinate with project managers, mentor apprentices, and uphold safety and workmanship standards across the crew while delivering exceptional results for discerning clients.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of residential carpentry experience, including at least 5 years in the luxury custom market.
• Strong knowledge of framing and finish carpentry.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or guide other carpenters.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, team-first attitude with a humble and teachable approach.
• Willingness to take ownership and correct mistakes as they arise.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily carpentry activities and help organize the work of the crew.
• Perform framing, finish carpentry, and general residential construction.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and construction documents.
• Identify potential issues and develop practical solutions before they become costly problems.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Superintendents to keep work on schedule.
• Help plan materials, tools, and daily jobsite needs.
• Train, mentor, and support less experienced carpenters.
• Communicate clearly with team members, leadership, and clients when appropriate.
• Hold yourself and others accountable for quality workmanship.

Skills

Residential carpentry

Leadership

Reading blueprints

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Framing tools

Finish carpentry tools

Job description

Lead Carpenter

Huseby Homes

Nashville, TN | Full-Time | Onsite | $30-$40/hour

At Huseby Homes, quality craftsmanship is the foundation of everything we do. We build custom homes and renovations with attention to detail, strong communication, and a commitment to doing the job right the first time.

We're looking for an experienced Lead Carpenter who can combine exceptional craftsmanship with jobsite leadership. This role is for someone who can take ownership of the work, help keep a project moving, and set the standard for quality across the crew.

What You'll Do

As a Lead Carpenter, you'll work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other craftsmen to execute high-quality residential construction projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead daily carpentry activities and help organize the work of the crew
• Perform framing, finish carpentry, and general residential construction
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and construction documents
• Identify potential issues and develop practical solutions before they become costly problems
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Superintendents to keep work on schedule
• Help plan materials, tools, and daily jobsite needs
• Train, mentor, and support less experienced carpenters
• Communicate clearly with team members, leadership, and clients when appropriate
• Hold yourself and others accountable for quality workmanship

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of residential carpentry experience, including at least 5 years in the luxury custom market
• Strong knowledge of framing and finish carpentry
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Demonstrated ability to lead or guide other carpenters
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, team-first attitude with a humble and teachable approach
• Willingness to take ownership and correct mistakes as they arise
• Reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading crews on custom homes or high-end residential renovations
• Experience coordinating daily production with a Project Manager or Superintendent
• Ability to anticipate jobsite needs and keep work moving efficiently

What Success Looks Like

The successful Lead Carpenter:

• Produces consistently high-quality work
• Keeps the crew organized and productive
• Anticipates problems rather than waiting for them to become issues
• Develops less experienced carpenters
• Protects quality while maintaining schedule
• Takes ownership of the jobsite and represents Huseby Homes professionally

Hands-On Hiring Process

Final candidates will complete a practical skills assessment, which may include working alongside one of our crews or completing a carpentry project to specified measurements while being observed by our leadership team.

Benefits

• Huseby Homes pays 50% of individual health insurance
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• 1 week sick leave
• 5 paid major holidays
• SEP retirement contributions after 3 years
• Performance reviews twice a year with bonus opportunities
• Consideration for company transportation

Why Join Huseby Homes?

• Work on custom residential projects where craftsmanship matters
• Join a team that values accountability, teamwork, and integrity
• Grow your leadership and technical skills
• Build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people