Job description
Job Description Job Description
We're a local builder hiring a detail-oriented and skilled carpenter to join our fantastic team. The work involves woodworking, building frameworks, reading blueprints, meeting building codes, and any other tasks needed or directed by the project manager. Job seekers should take pride in their work, show up every day with a positive attitude, and enjoy working on a construction project. If you're looking for a job with good pay, guaranteed hours, and the ability to work with your hands, start your application today.
Compensation:
$36 - $44 hourly
Responsibilities:
• Read blueprints and sketches to fully grasp the requirements
• Chisel and assemble kitchen cabinets, drywall, siding, and furniture
• Examine and repair structures
• Ensure roofing, floorings, and drywall are compatible and level
• Measure, cut, shape, and smooth carpentry materials
• Oversee all phases of carpentry work on assigned projects.
• Coordinate daily tasks, material procurement, and subcontractor scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with plans, specs, and building codes.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate crew members.
• Report project progress and challenges to the Project Manager.
Qualifications:
• Deep knowledge of carpentry materials, tools, and techniques
• Candidate must have successfully completed a carpentry apprenticeship
• Excellent physical condition and dexterity
• Accurate measuring and math skills required
• Valid driver's license required
• Jobsite Leadership: Can plan and assign daily tasks to crew members without input from management.
• Technical Skill & Quality: Can build complex assemblies without drawings beyond basic reference plans & consistently produces quality work with ZERO repeat punch list items for the same issue on a project.
• Safety Management: Maintains a ZERO recordable incident rate on jobs they lead for 6+ months. Ensures all crew members use PPE 100% of the time during hazardous tasks. Conducts daily safety checks & addresses hazards immediately.
• Production & Scheduling: Can create accurate daily/weekly work plans that align with the overall project schedule. Achieves 95%+ on-time task completion for work under their supervision. Identifies and communicates material or scheduling conflicts at least 48 hours in advance.
• Communication & Documentation: Provides clear, complete daily reports to the Project Manager (task progress, issues, material needs). Communicates with clients on-site professionally and within company guidelines. Uses company paperwork (material orders, change orders, time logs) with zero missing or incomplete entries.
• Training & Mentorship: Spends at least 10% of workday coaching apprentices or journeymen on skills and safety. Tracks and reports progress of team members for potential promotions. Delegates effectively - no more than 20% of their time spent on tasks that could be performed by a lower-level carpenter.
About Company
J. Burgess Remodeling & Construction, LLC is a premier residential remodeling & construction company based in the historic town of Plymouth, Massachusetts. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for craftsmanship, we specialize in transforming residential properties into stunning, functional spaces that exceed clients' expectations.
Our mission is to deliver exceptional services that enhance the beauty, comfort, and value of clients' homes. We strive to exceed expectations through superior craftsmanship, attention to detail, and unparalleled customer service.
We are dedicated to making clients' remodeling and construction dreams a reality. Whether it's a small renovation or a large-scale construction project, we are committed to delivering excellence from concept to completion.