Lead Commercial Finish Carpenter - Architectural Millwork/Trim Carpentry - Traveling Position

Nationwide Fixture Installations; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability plan

401k

Travel reimbursement

Travel perks

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Nationwide Fixture Installations is seeking a seasoned carpenter supervisor to lead install crews on commercial and retail projects. The role focuses on hands-on cabinet, fixture and finish carpentry, with emphasis on safety and on-schedule delivery.

Travel may be required for extended periods (2–8 weeks). The position offers overtime potential (40–60 hours/week) and requires strong communication with project teams and clients to ensure quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• High school, trade school, or equivalent required.
• Five years of installation and commercial/retail finish carpentry experience.
• Minimum one year of supervisory experience.
• OSHA 10/30, forklift and aerial lift certifications; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate crews of 3–8 people.
• Interact professionally with clients, general contractors, and subs.
• Communicate with Project Management Team.
• Interpret layouts for millwork, fixtures, and other elements.
• Evaluate site conditions and schedules.
• Submit time sheets and daily reports.
• Maintain site safety.
• Receive, stage, and manage millwork inventory.
• Perform cabinet installation and finish carpentry work.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Site safety

Education

High School or Trade School

Tools

Woodworking tools

Job description

Description

Requirements

Education: High School, Trade School or Equivalent

Experience: Five years installation and Commercial or Retail finish carpentry experience. One year minimum supervisory experience.

Conditions of employment

• Undergo pre-employment DRUG SCREENING, CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK and MVR screening for approved driving status.
• Complete a Company Sponsored CPR/First Aid Training course online.
• Available to work overtime as needed. A typical workweek is 40 to 60 hours.
• Flexible to work non-conventional shifts if needed (overnight projects may occur).
• Able to travel from home for durations of 2-8 weeks.
• Provide your basic hand tools and cordless drill.
• Certifications: OSHA 10 or 30, Forklift, aerial lift (Training will be provided as needed).

Responsibilities and skills

• Capable of managing and motivating others.
• Able to interact professionally with clients, general contractors and sub-contractors.
• Clearly and effectively communicate with Project Management Team
• Personnel management of various crews ranging from 3-8 people.
• Interpret layouts for millwork, fixtures and other elements.
• Evaluate site conditions, construction and delivery schedules.
• Identify non-contract scope and generate added work changes if necessary.
• Working knowledge and understanding of architectural drawings, shop drawings and floorplans, woodworking tools.
• Receive, stage and manage inventory of millwork and fixture parts.
• Perform all tasks of a working carpenter including installation of cabinets, countertops, standing and running trim (base, chair rail, crown moldings, door and window casings), scribing, coping, installing wall panel systems, retail fixtures etc.
• Submit time sheets, expense reports, daily reports and progress photos electronically.
• Support a strong commitment to site safety.

Physical Demands

Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time, climb ladders, work from an aerial lift. Frequent bending, kneeling, twisting and squatting. Work with materials over your head for short durations. Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS PACKAGE

Company provides Health, Dental and Life Insurance, Long and Short-term Disability Plan, 401k, Reimbursement for travel expenses, Travel Perks, Referral Bonuses. Top pay based on experience.

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