Lead Carpenter – Residential Remodeling

Trueline; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Job summary

Trueline is seeking a Lead Carpenter in Worcester County, MA, to lead residential remodeling projects. This hands-on leadership role requires 10+ years of carpentry experience, overseeing projects from start to finish, including supervision of other carpenters and apprenticeship development. The position offers strong pay, consistent work, health and dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, and a clear path for growth into senior leadership roles.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of residential carpentry experience required.
• Proven experience leading crews on remodeling or renovation projects.
• Solid leadership and communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential remodeling projects from start to finish.
• Supervise and mentor carpenters and apprentices on-site.
• Maintain job site safety, cleanliness, and organization.

Skills

Residential carpentry experience

Leadership skills

Construction sequencing knowledge

Job description

Overview

Trueline's client, a growing design-build residential remodeling firm known for high-end craftsmanship and thoughtful project execution, is seeking a Lead Carpenter to join their team in Worcester County, MA. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing projects from demolition through completion, offering strong pay, consistent year-round work, and a clear path into senior field leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential remodeling projects from start to finish, ensuring quality and efficiency
• Supervise, mentor, and develop carpenters and apprentices on-site
• Coordinate subcontractors and manage daily job site activity
• Perform skilled carpentry work including framing, finish work, cabinetry, and installations
• Maintain job site safety, cleanliness, and organization
• Communicate regularly with project managers and clients to keep projects on track
• Manage schedules and workflow to ensure timely project delivery

Must-Haves

• 10+ years of residential carpentry experience
• Proven experience leading crews on remodeling or renovation projects
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing and best practices
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Solid leadership and communication skills
• Valid driver\'s license

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience working on high-end residential or design-build projects
• Background with custom home builders or detailed renovation work
• Interest in mentoring and developing junior team members

Our Client Offers

• Health and dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Steady, year-round work
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Clear growth path into senior leadership or production management roles

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.