Lead Carpenter

The Contractor Consultants; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Bi-weekly pay

Uniforms provided

Family-like culture

Job summary

Troost Bros. Inc. is seeking a Lead Carpenter for high-end residential renovations on Staten Island. You will take ownership from initial framing to final trim, guiding field craftsmanship in a safety-conscious environment.

Join a collaborative team that values long-term career stability, professional development, and exceptional build quality. A valid driver’s license and OSHA 40-hour certification are required, with 15 years of hands-on residential experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 15 years of hands-on experience in residential construction and finish carpentry.
• Experience across rough framing, door and window installation, and trim work.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Active OSHA safety course completion.
• Owns a full set of hand and power tools.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-end residential renovation projects across Staten Island from framing to finish.
• Direct daily field operations on site from rough framing through cabinet and trim installation.
• Ensure OSHA safety compliance and maintain clean, protected job sites.
• Interpret blueprints and specs to meet quality standards.
• Communicate project progress with homeowners and managers.
• Troubleshoot framing or finish obstacles on active sites.
• Use a full set of personal tools to complete carpentry tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Lead Carpenter – Lead High-End Residential Renovations with Troost Bros. Inc.

Job Overview

• Company: Troost Bros. Inc.
• Salary/Pay Rate:$40.00-$45.00 (Competitive based on experience).
• Location: Staten Island, NY.
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.
• Project Scope: Residential Construction & Home Renovation.
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Valid Driver's License, OSHA 40hr Safety Certification.

The Opportunity

You will drive high-end residential renovation projects across Staten Island from initial framing to final trim work. This role gives you complete ownership over field craftsmanship in a supportive, safety-conscious environment where your expertise is directly recognized. You will join a collaborative team that values long-term career stability, continuous professional development, and exceptional build quality.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Execute custom residential renovation projects including kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and home additions.
• Direct daily field operations on site from structural rough framing through final cabinet and custom trim installation.
• Maintain strict adherence to OSHA safety regulations, clean job site standards, and home protection protocols.
• Interpret technical blueprints and specifications to ensure every phase meets exact quality standards.
• Serve as the primary field liaison to communicate project progress effectively with homeowners and managers.
• Trouble-shoot and resolve real-time technical framing or finish obstacles on active job sites.
• Utilize a full set of personal professional tools to efficiently complete diverse carpentry tasks.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 15 years of hands-on experience in residential construction and finish carpentry.
• Comprehensive expertise across rough framing, door and window installation, and custom trim work
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Active OSHA safety course completion.
• Ownership of a full complement of personal hand and power tools.
• Strong communication skills and an exceptional eye for detail.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Specialized manufacturer training, fall protection, or equipment lift certifications.
• Demonstrated experience leading field crews or mentoring junior carpenters on active job sites.

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Bi-weekly pay cycle.
• Company-provided uniforms.
• Stable, high-retention workplace culture with a supportive family feel.

About Us

Troost Bros. Inc. is a premier home renovation company on Staten Island, specializing in top-quality residential additions, kitchens, bathrooms, and custom woodwork. We pride ourselves on fostering a professional, collaborative, and safe environment where dedicated craftspeople build long-term careers.

Learn more at https://www.troostbros.com/.

Troost Bros. Inc. 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.