Lead Carpenter – Custom Interior Remodels

New Level Interiors, Inc.; Frankfort (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

New Level Interiors, Inc. is hiring a Residential Construction Lead Carpenter to run day-to-day interior remodels, including kitchens, baths, basements, flooring, and premium cabinet installs in Frankfort, IL.

You will lead a small crew, mentor trades, ensure quality and safety, read drawings, manage punch lists, and coordinate with the owner to deliver beautiful finishes on schedule.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of residential carpentry with 2+ years leading small crews.
• Advanced cabinet & finish carpentry skills (required).
• Competency across rough carpentry, drywall, paint, flooring, and tile.
• Read drawings and perform accurate layout using laser/levels.
• Professional client communication and calm, solutions-first mindset.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily and weekly work, sequence tasks, and maintain clean, safe job sites.
• Install cabinetry, trim, doors, and hardware with precision.
• Perform rough framing, drywall, painting, flooring, and tile work.
• Lead and mentor 1 to 3 carpenters or laborers, ensuring quality, speed, and safety.
• Verify measurements and layouts, read plans, and resolve field conditions proactively.
• Communicate with the owner and clients, manage punch lists, and document progress in JobTread.
• Handle material takeoffs, deliveries, inspections, and light sub-trade coordination.
• Enforce quality standards, verify fit and finish, and close projects with minimal punch items.

Skills

Finish carpentry

Team leadership

Reading drawings

Client communication

Education

OSHA-10/30 certification

Tools

Laser levels

Power tools

JobTread

Job description

New Level Interiors, Inc. is hiring a Residential Construction Lead Carpenter to run day-to-day interior remodels, including kitchens, baths, basements, flooring, and premium cabinet installs in Frankfort, IL.

You will lead a small crew, mentor trades, ensure quality and safety, read drawings, manage punch lists, and coordinate with the owner to deliver beautiful finishes on schedule.