Lead Carpenter: Hands-On Team Leader in Residential Framing

Hill Top Craftsmen; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Hill Top Craftsmen in Spokane, WA is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to supervise a field crew while staying hands-on with framing on residential or commercial projects.

You will read blueprints, plan daily activities, mentor carpenters, and ensure safety and quality on every project. Competitive pay ranges from $29 to $34 per hour, with opportunities for advancement into higher field leadership roles.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on residential construction experience with a strong carpentry and framing background.
• Experience leading crews as a Lead Carpenter, Crew Lead, Foreman, or similar field leadership role.
• The ability to read blueprints and translate plans into efficient field execution.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Experience using construction technology such as Buildertrend, Bluebeam, Procore, or similar platforms is a plus.
• Strong communication skills with both team members and clients when needed.
• A dependable work ethic and a commitment to leading by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews on residential construction projects, including framing, additions, remodels, and other carpentry work.
• Work alongside your team while setting the pace for productivity and craftsmanship.
• Read construction plans, complete layouts, and ensure accurate field execution.
• Coordinate daily work activities to keep projects on schedule.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and project leadership as needed.
• Identify and resolve field issues before they impact quality or schedule.
• Communicate project progress and site updates to company leadership.
• Mentor less experienced carpenters while promoting accountability and teamwork.

Skills

Carpentry

Leadership

Blueprints

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Procore/Buildertrend/Bluebeam

Tools

Buildertrend

Bluebeam

Procore

Job description

Hill Top Craftsmen in Spokane, WA is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to supervise a field crew while staying hands-on with framing on residential or commercial projects.

You will read blueprints, plan daily activities, mentor carpenters, and ensure safety and quality on every project. Competitive pay ranges from $29 to $34 per hour, with opportunities for advancement into higher field leadership roles.