Senior Carpenter & Lead Trainer – Commercial Reconstruction

belforusa; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BELFOR USA seeks an experienced advanced carpenter to support reconstruction projects as a level 4 in the Progressive Carpenter track. You will oversee multiple projects, train junior carpenters, and serve as a core team member for large-scale commercial restorations.

Responsibilities include supervising crews, performing framing, roofing, insulation tasks, and ensuring safety and quality standards, with potential nights, weekends, and periodic travel.

Qualifications

• Supervision of unskilled labor and BELFOR employees
• Ability to train Carpenter Basic and Intermediate levels
• Maintain equipment used in daily tasks

Responsibilities

• Identify project issues and seek guidance when needed
• Train team members in carpentry skills across levels
• Answer questions and escalate complex ones to qualified personnel
• Construct containment for dust, dirt and contaminants
• Perform metal stud framing, acoustical ceilings and roofing tasks as required
• Identify insulation types and their R-values
• Apply carpentry skills to trim, doors, cabinetry and siding tasks
• Conduct daily vehicle safety and maintenance checks
• Meet BELFOR standards and safeguard client property
• Maintain customer service focus and work within timelines
• Occasional travel and night/weekend shifts as required
• Attend BELFOR safety and operations trainings as required

Skills

Supervision

Team training

Problem recognition

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Job description

BELFOR USA seeks an experienced advanced carpenter to support reconstruction projects as a level 4 in the Progressive Carpenter track. You will oversee multiple projects, train junior carpenters, and serve as a core team member for large-scale commercial restorations.

Responsibilities include supervising crews, performing framing, roofing, insulation tasks, and ensuring safety and quality standards, with potential nights, weekends, and periodic travel.