Senior Lead Carpenter - Custom Home Builder

MaineGuide

York (ME)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Year-round employment
IRA with company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Growth opportunities
High-quality projects

Job summary

Greenier Builders, Inc. in York, Maine is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to join our team. The ideal candidate has about 15 years of residential construction experience and a strong background in custom home building, capable of leading carpentry from framing through finish.

This role emphasizes ownership of work, attention to quality details, and leadership by example on high-quality custom homes in Southern Maine.

Qualifications

  • Approximately 15 years of residential construction/carpentry experience.
  • Extensive experience with custom or high-end residential construction.
  • Strong knowledge of residential construction methods, materials, and sequencing.
  • Excellent framing and finish carpentry skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret detailed architectural plans.
  • Ability to work independently and solve problems in the field.
  • Ability to lead, teach, and mentor other carpenters.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and perform carpentry work throughout all phases of custom home construction
  • Oversee day-to-day carpentry activities on the jobsite
  • Read and interpret architectural plans, specifications, and construction details
  • Perform and oversee framing, siding, windows, doors, trim, and finish carpentry
  • Establish accurate layout and ensure work is completed to plans and specifications
  • Coordinate daily work with Project Managers and other members of the construction team
  • Direct and mentor Carpenter's Helpers and less-experienced carpenters
  • Monitor workmanship, quality, and jobsite organization
  • Help coordinate materials, deliveries, and jobsite logistics
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized jobsite
  • Represent Greenier Builders professionally with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers

Skills

Residential carpentry
Team leadership
Read architectural plans
Framing & finish carpentry
Quality workmanship
Communication
Driver's license

Job description

Greenier Builders, Inc. in York, Maine is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to join our team. The ideal candidate has about 15 years of residential construction experience and a strong background in custom home building, capable of leading carpentry from framing through finish.

This role emphasizes ownership of work, attention to quality details, and leadership by example on high-quality custom homes in Southern Maine.

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