Job description
Description:
Your Craftsmanship Leads the Job. Your Experience Sets the Standard.
Norfolk Kitchen & Bath, a division of The Norfolk Companies, is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter / Cabinet Installer to join our residential kitchen and bath remodeling team.
This is an opportunity for a highly skilled carpenter who brings more than installation experience. We’re looking for someone who can take ownership of the job, lead by example, solve challenges in the field, and deliver the level of craftsmanship our customers expect from Norfolk.
If you have extensive experience in cabinet installation, finish carpentry, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, crown molding, trim, and detailed finish work, we’d love to hear from you.
Bring your experience to an established, family-owned company where your craftsmanship, leadership, and attention to detail will make a visible impact.
Why Join Norfolk?
• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus – Eligible new hires may receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus upon successful completion of 90 consecutive days of employment, subject to eligibility requirements and company terms.
• Competitive Pay – Compensation based on experience and demonstrated skill level.
• Full-Time W-2 Employment – Build your career with an established, family-owned company.
• Steady, Year-Round Work – Work on residential kitchen and bathroom renovation projects where quality craftsmanship matters.
• Benefits Package – Eligible employees have access to health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and additional company benefits.
• Leadership Opportunity – Take ownership of projects, support other members of the field team, and help maintain Norfolk's standards for quality.
• Career Growth – Continue developing your leadership and technical skills while growing with Norfolk.
• A Team That Values Your Craft – Work alongside experienced Project Managers, Designers, Carpenters, and trade professionals who understand the importance of doing the job right.
What You’ll Get to Do:
As a Lead Carpenter / Cabinet Installer, you will take a hands-on leadership role in completing residential kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects from installation through final completion.
You will:
• Lead and perform the installation of kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, crown molding, trim, fillers, panels, hardware, and finish components.
• Take ownership of assigned installations and help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, accurately, and to Norfolk's quality standards.
• Read and accurately execute floor plans, elevations, layouts, measurements, and installation specifications.
• Ensure cabinetry is properly aligned, leveled, secured, fitted, and finished.
• Perform detailed finish carpentry and make field adjustments when conditions require creative, practical solutions.
• Identify potential installation or construction issues early and communicate proactively with the Project Manager.
• Troubleshoot field conditions such as measurement discrepancies, uneven walls or floors, damaged materials, missing components, or installation conflicts.
• Coordinate effectively with Project Managers, Designers, countertop installers, plumbers, electricians, subcontractors, and other trades.
• Help guide and support Carpenters or Carpenter Helpers working alongside you.
• Maintain professional, respectful communication with homeowners while working in occupied residential environments.
• Protect customers’ homes and maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite throughout the project.
• Complete punch-list items and final details with a high level of precision and attention to craftsmanship.
• Represent Norfolk professionally and help create an excellent customer experience from installation through project completion.
Requirements:
• 10+ years of professional carpentry, cabinet installation, finish carpentry, or residential remodeling experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience installing kitchen and bathroom cabinetry.
• Strong finish carpentry skills, including experience with crown molding, trim, fillers, panels, and detailed finish work.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage and complete complex cabinet installations.
• Previous experience serving as a Lead Carpenter, Senior Carpenter, Lead Installer, or similarly experienced field professional is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and accurately interpret floor plans, elevations, measurements, layouts, and installation details.
• Strong field problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and develop practical solutions.
• High standards for quality, precision, craftsmanship, and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead by example and provide guidance to less-experienced members of the field team.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with Project Managers, Designers, and other trades.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, customer-focused approach.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position, including lifting and moving heavy materials and working from heights.
Nice-to-Haves
• Extensive experience with kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects.
• Experience working in occupied residential homes.
• Experience leading a two-person installation crew or mentoring Carpenter Helpers.
• Experience coordinating with countertop installers, plumbers, electricians, and other trades.
• OSHA 10 or other construction safety training.
• Comfort using technology for project communication, job updates, documentation, and scheduling.
• Bilingual communication skills are welcome.
The Carpenter We’re Looking For
You’re someone who doesn’t just know how to install cabinetry—you understand how the entire job comes together. You notice the details. You anticipate problems before they become bigger issues. You communicate when something doesn’t look right. You take ownership of your work, support the people working alongside you, and take pride in leaving a finished project that both you and the homeowner can be proud of. After 10+ years in the trade, you’ve developed the judgment and craftsmanship to know that quality is often found in the details others might overlook.
Ready to Lead With Your Craft?
If you’re an experienced Lead Carpenter / Cabinet Installer who takes pride in exceptional craftsmanship, problem-solving, leadership, and delivering beautiful finished spaces, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and bring your experience to Norfolk Kitchen & Bath.
Lead with experience. Build with purpose. Take pride in your craft. Grow with Norfolk.
The $1,000 sign-on bonus is payable upon successful completion of 90 consecutive days of employment and is subject to applicable eligibility requirements and company terms.
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Compensation details: 27-35 Hourly Wage