Lead Carpenter

Fourtierscontracting; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Tiers Contracting in the Greater Seattle area is seeking a hands-on Lead Carpenter who can own a job site from start to finish. You will lead a small crew, coordinate with homeowners, and deliver top-quality residential remodeling and repairs.

This is a full-time, year-round role requiring you to read plans, estimate material needs, and maintain safety and craftsmanship at every stage. Mentorship and crew development are encouraged as our projects grow.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on residential construction or carpentry experience.
• Experience leading a crew on residential jobs.
• Ability to read plans, measure accurately, estimate material needs.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Ability to teach and mentor less-experienced team members.
• Professional communication with homeowners.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Within reasonable commuting distance of the Greater Seattle area.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential remodeling, renovation, repair, and handyman projects from start to finish.
• Manage day-to-day operations on assigned job sites.
• Run and organize a small crew and keep on schedule.
• Perform high-quality carpentry and finish work.
• Read plans and project specifications.
• Plan daily work and assign tasks.
• Mentor less-experienced carpenters.
• Coordinate materials, tools, and subcontractors.
• Maintain safety and quality standards on sites.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners and vendors.
• Provide progress updates and address issues early.
• Contribute to a culture of accountability and craftsmanship.

Skills

Lead crew management

Carpentry expertise

Plan & estimate

Reading plans

Troubleshooting

Communication with homeowners

Mentoring

Safety compliance

Time management

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Tool maintenance

Job description

Four Tiers Contracting

Lead Carpenter - $40-$60/hr

Greater Seattle Area | Full-Time

Lead the Crew. Own the Site. Build Something That Matters.

Four Tiers Contracting is hiring an experienced Lead Carpenter who can take ownership of residential projects, run a crew, and manage a job site independently from start to finish.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who knows the trades, takes pride in quality work, and can be trusted to keep a project moving without needing constant supervision. You should be equally comfortable working with tools, directing a crew, communicating with homeowners, solving problems in the field, and making sure the job is completed safely and professionally.

Four Tiers Contracting is a residential general contractor serving the Greater Seattle area, specializing in remodels, renovations, handyman projects, and residential improvements.

Our company was founded by two former foster youth with a mission that extends beyond construction. We believe the trades can create independence, confidence, opportunity, and a genuine career path. Part of that mission is creating opportunities for young people entering the trades and giving experienced team members the chance to mentor and develop them.

We are looking for an excellent carpenter and leader who believes in doing great work, treating people well, and helping others become better at what they do.

Visit us: fourtierscontracting.com

What You'll Do

• Lead residential remodeling, renovation, repair, and handyman projects from start to finish
• Independently manage day-to-day operations on assigned job sites
• Run and organize a small crew while keeping everyone productive and working toward the project schedule
• Perform high-quality carpentry, framing, finish work, drywall, repairs, installations, and general residential construction
• Read and interpret plans, drawings, measurements, and project specifications
• Plan daily work, assign tasks, and communicate expectations clearly to crew members
• Mentor less-experienced carpenters and team members who are learning the trades
• Coordinate materials, tools, deliveries, subcontractors, and other project requirements
• Communicate professionally with homeowners, vendors, subcontractors, and company leadership
• Identify problems in the field and make practical decisions to keep projects moving
• Maintain strong workmanship and quality-control standards throughout each project
• Keep job sites clean, organized, safe, and professional
• Protect company tools, equipment, materials, and customers' homes
• Provide progress updates and raise potential scheduling, scope, or quality issues before they become larger problems
• Help build a crew culture based on accountability, respect, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

• At least 5 years of hands-on residential construction or carpentry experience
• Previous experience as a Lead Carpenter, Journeyman Carpenter, Foreman, Crew Lead, or similar field leadership position
• Demonstrated ability to run a crew and manage a residential job site independently
• Strong carpentry and general construction skills
• Experience with residential remodeling, renovations, repairs, and finish work
• Ability to read plans, take accurate measurements, estimate material needs, and plan the work ahead
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Ability to teach, coach, and hold less-experienced team members accountable
• Professional communication skills and the confidence to interact directly with homeowners
• Dependable, organized, and capable of working without constant supervision
• Own and maintain the basic tools required for the position
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass a background check and meet bonding requirements following a conditional offer
• Based within reasonable commuting distance of the Greater Seattle area

Pay & Opportunity

• $40-$60 per hour, depending on experience, leadership ability, and skill level
• Full-time, year-round work
• Opportunity to take ownership of increasingly complex projects
• Direct collaboration with company leadership
• Opportunity to help train and develop the next generation of tradespeople
• Long-term growth into broader field leadership, project management, training, or operational responsibilities
• The opportunity to help shape a growing company where craftsmanship and purpose both matter

Who Will Succeed Here

You'll do well at Four Tiers if you're the kind of carpenter who notices what needs to be done and takes care of it.

You don't need someone standing over your shoulder telling you what comes next. You can look at a project, organize the work, lead the people around you, communicate with the customer, solve problems as they arise, and make sure the finished product meets a high standard.

We're looking for someone who wants the responsibility that comes with being trusted to run a site, while also recognizing that leadership means helping the people around you improve.

If you want to use your experience to build great projects, lead a strong crew, and help create opportunities for others, we'd like to hear from you.

Four Tiers Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, performance, and business needs without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.