Senior Carpenter & Mentor — Year‑Round, Stable Projects

Great Falls Construction; Gorham (ME); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement match

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Year-round work

Job summary

Great Falls Construction in Gorham, ME is seeking skilled Carpenters with 5+ years of experience to join our growing team. You will read plans, lay out work, and perform quality carpentry with limited supervision on commercial and residential projects.

You will mentor apprentices, maintain safety standards, and contribute to a collaborative jobsite focused on quality and integrity. Excellent benefits and steady work offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on carpentry experience required.
• Independently perform framing, layout, finish work, and general carpentry tasks with minimal supervision.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, and specifications.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
• Access to personally owned carpentry tools.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Ability to mentor and support carpenter apprentices.
• Working knowledge of arithmetic, geometry, and measurement calculations used in construction.
• Results-oriented with a strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance devices or team lifting methods.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and comply with federal, state, local, and client-specific safety requirements.
• Study blueprints, sketches, and project plans to determine layouts, dimensions, and material requirements.
• Measure, mark, cut, shape, and assemble materials using appropriate hand and power tools.
• Install structures and fixtures, including framing, windows, doors, flooring, trim, and hardware.
• Verify the accuracy and alignment of structures using levels and other measuring tools.
• Erect and work from ladders, scaffolding, and other elevated work platforms as needed.
• Anchor, brace, and secure forms and structures using appropriate construction methods and materials.
• Assemble and fasten materials to construct frameworks, supports, and finished assemblies.
• Repair, replace, or remove damaged structures and components.
• Install rough door and window frames, subflooring, fixtures, and temporary supports.
• Mentor and support carpenter apprentices by sharing knowledge, coaching best practices, and promoting safe work habits.
• Communicate professionally with supervisors, subcontractors, clients, and fellow team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe worksite.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business and project needs.

Skills

Carpentry

Blueprint reading

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Independent work

Job description

Great Falls Construction in Gorham, ME is seeking skilled Carpenters with 5+ years of experience to join our growing team. You will read plans, lay out work, and perform quality carpentry with limited supervision on commercial and residential projects.

You will mentor apprentices, maintain safety standards, and contribute to a collaborative jobsite focused on quality and integrity. Excellent benefits and steady work offered.