Lead Carpenter

J. Burgess Remodeling & Construction, LLC; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 52,348 - 66,124; Full time

Job summary

J. Burgess Remodeling & Construction, LLC is hiring a skilled carpenter in Plymouth, Massachusetts, to join their dedicated team. The role requires expertise in woodworking, reading blueprints, and ensuring compliance with building codes. Candidates should have a strong work ethic, excellent math skills, and leadership capabilities.

Compensation is competitive, with an hourly rate ranging from $38 to $48, depending on experience. This position offers a chance to work hands-on in construction, contributing to various projects within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong measuring and math skills required.
• Great physical condition and dexterity.
• Can build complex assemblies without detailed drawings.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, shape, and smooth carpentry materials.
• Read blueprints and ensure compliance with building codes.
• Oversee all phases of carpentry work on assigned projects.

Skills

Woodworking

Blueprint reading

Mathematical skills

Leadership

Safety management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completed carpentry apprenticeship

Valid driver's license

Job description

We’re a local builder hiring a detail-oriented and skilled carpenter to join our fantastic team. The work involves woodworking, building frameworks, reading blueprints, meeting building codes, and any other tasks needed or directed by the project manager. Job seekers should take pride in their work, show up every day with a positive attitude, and enjoy working on a construction project. If you’re looking for a job with good pay, guaranteed hours, and the ability to work with your hands, start your application today.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, shape, and smooth carpentry materials.
• Ensure roofing, floorings, and drywall are compatible and level.
• Sculpt and piece together siding, drywall, kitchen cabinets, and furniture.
• Construct window and door frames, rafters, partitions, and stairways.
• Read blueprints and sketches to fully grasp the requirements.
• Oversee all phases of carpentry work on assigned projects.
• Coordinate daily tasks, material procurement, and subcontractor scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with plans, specs, and building codes.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate crew members.
• Report project progress and challenges to the Project Manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Great physical condition and dexterity.
• Strong measuring and math skills required.
• Completed carpentry apprenticeship required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Jobsite Leadership: Can plan and assign daily tasks to crew members without input from management.
• Technical Skill & Quality: Can build complex assemblies without drawings beyond basic reference plans & consistently produces quality work with ZERO repeat punch list items for the same issue on a project.
• Safety Management: Maintains a ZERO recordable incident rate on jobs they lead for 6+ months. Ensures all crew members use PPE 100% of the time during hazardous tasks. Conducts daily safety checks & addresses hazards immediately.
• Production & Scheduling: Can create accurate daily/weekly work plans that align with the overall project schedule. Achieves 95%+ on‑time task completion for work under their supervision. Identifies and communicates material or scheduling conflicts at least 48 hours in advance.
• Communication & Documentation: Provides clear, complete daily reports to the Project Manager (task progress, issues, material needs). Communicates with clients on‑site professionally and within company guidelines. Uses company paperwork (material orders, change orders, time logs) with zero missing or incomplete entries.
• Training & Mentorship: Spends at least 10% of workday coaching apprentices or journeymen on skills and safety. Tracks and reports progress of team members for potential promotions. Delegates effectively — no more than 20% of their time spent on tasks that could be performed by a lower‑level carpenter.

Compensation

Hourly rate: $38 - $48.