Lead Carpenter & Crew Mentor for Custom Builds

Livingston Associates; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Livingston Associates in Rochester, NY is seeking a lead carpenter to oversee a small crew and perform all carpentry phases from rough framing to finish work.

You will read plans, coordinate with trades, ensure safety, and mentor junior staff on site. Strong carpentry, leadership, and communication skills are required; OSHA 10, valid license preferred. Compensation ranges from $25.00 to $40.00 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on carpentry/construction experience.
• Strong experience in rough and finish carpentry.
• Commercial & Residential experience.
• Basic plumbing and electrical knowledge preferred.
• Ability to lead and mentor a small construction crew safely.
• Ability to read construction drawings, plans, specifications, and details.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification required; OSHA 30 strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee all phases of rough and finish carpentry.
• Wood and metal stud framing.
• Drywall and insulation.
• Door and window installation and replacement.
• Cabinet and countertop installation.
• Interior and exterior trim, baseboard, and crown molding.
• Stair, deck, porch, railing, siding, and exterior construction.
• Repairs, renovations, remodeling, and punch-list work.
• Layout, field measurements, and troubleshooting existing conditions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, details, specifications, and UL assemblies.
• Determine appropriate materials, tools, and installation methods.
• Manage daily jobsite activities and assigned crews.
• Schedule and coordinate workforce and subcontractors.
• Order and coordinate materials and deliveries.
• Prepare daily reports and document project progress.
• Conduct toolbox talks and reinforce safe work practices.
• Track extra work, ticket work, field changes, and punch-list items.
• Attend project and foreman meetings as required.
• Maintain quality, productivity, and safety standards.
• Work alongside the crew and assist with installations and equipment operation as needed.

Skills

Carpentry

Leadership

Plans Reading

Communication

Safety

Education

OSHA 10

OSHA 30

Job description

Livingston Associates in Rochester, NY is seeking a lead carpenter to oversee a small crew and perform all carpentry phases from rough framing to finish work.

You will read plans, coordinate with trades, ensure safety, and mentor junior staff on site. Strong carpentry, leadership, and communication skills are required; OSHA 10, valid license preferred. Compensation ranges from $25.00 to $40.00 per hour depending on experience.