Lead Carpenter - Custom Home Builder

MaineGuide; York (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-round employment

IRA with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Growth opportunities

High-quality projects

Job summary

Greenier Builders, Inc. in York, Maine is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to join our team. The ideal candidate has about 15 years of residential construction experience and a strong background in custom home building, capable of leading carpentry from framing through finish.

This role emphasizes ownership of work, attention to quality details, and leadership by example on high-quality custom homes in Southern Maine.

Qualifications

• Approximately 15 years of residential construction/carpentry experience.
• Extensive experience with custom or high-end residential construction.
• Strong knowledge of residential construction methods, materials, and sequencing.
• Excellent framing and finish carpentry skills.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed architectural plans.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems in the field.
• Ability to lead, teach, and mentor other carpenters.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform carpentry work throughout all phases of custom home construction
• Oversee day-to-day carpentry activities on the jobsite
• Read and interpret architectural plans, specifications, and construction details
• Perform and oversee framing, siding, windows, doors, trim, and finish carpentry
• Establish accurate layout and ensure work is completed to plans and specifications
• Coordinate daily work with Project Managers and other members of the construction team
• Direct and mentor Carpenter's Helpers and less-experienced carpenters
• Monitor workmanship, quality, and jobsite organization
• Help coordinate materials, deliveries, and jobsite logistics
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized jobsite
• Represent Greenier Builders professionally with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers

Skills

Residential carpentry

Team leadership

Read architectural plans

Framing & finish carpentry

Quality workmanship

Communication

Driver's license

Job description

Greenier Builders, Inc. — York, Maine

Full-Time | Year-Round | Competitive Compensation Based on Experience

Greenier Builders, Inc. is a custom home builder based in York, Maine, specializing in high-quality custom homes throughout Southern Maine.

We are looking for an experienced Lead Carpenter to join our team. The ideal candidate will have approximately 10 years of residential construction experience, with a strong background in custom home building and the ability to lead carpentry work from framing through finish.

This is a key position within our company for an experienced carpenter who takes ownership of their work, understands the details of quality construction, and can lead others by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform carpentry work throughout all phases of custom home construction


• Oversee day-to-day carpentry activities on the jobsite


• Read and interpret architectural plans, specifications, and construction details


• Perform and oversee framing, siding, windows, doors, trim, and finish carpentry


• Establish accurate layout and ensure work is completed to plans and specifications


• Coordinate daily work with Project Managers and other members of the construction team


• Direct and mentor Carpenter's Helpers and less-experienced carpenters


• Monitor workmanship, quality, and jobsite organization


• Help coordinate materials, deliveries, and jobsite logistics


• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized jobsite


• Represent Greenier Builders professionally with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers

Qualifications

• Approximately 15 years of residential construction/carpentry experience preferred


• Extensive experience with custom or high-end residential construction


• Strong knowledge of residential construction methods, materials, and sequencing


• Excellent framing and finish carpentry skills


• Ability to read and interpret detailed architectural plans


• Ability to work independently and solve problems in the field


• Ability to lead, teach, and mentor other carpenters


• Strong communication and organizational skills


• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

What We Offer

• Full-time, year-round employment


• Competitive compensation based on experience


• Simple IRA with company match


• Paid time off


• Paid holidays


• Opportunity to work on high-quality custom homes


• Collaborative and professional work environment


• Opportunity for long-term growth with an established builder

Greenier Builders, Inc.

York, Maine