Field Crew Junior Builder
About The Position
Each member of this crew takes the lead at their phase of the build — and steps back to support when the baton passes. As a Junior Builder, you will follow and support whoever is leading the current phase. That means you'll work under the Framing carpenter during structure, under the Systems Builder during rough-in, under the Finish carpenter during interiors, and under the Foreman throughout. This is the fastest education on a job site that exists. By the time you've been through one full build with this crew, you will have worked alongside four different builders at the top of their respective phases. You are here to do the work that needs doing, learn from the people doing it at the highest level, and earn your way into more responsibility. You support whoever is leading the current phase, which changes as the build progresses. You will touch structure, rough-in, and finish. You move fast, stay alert, and anticipate what's needed before you're asked. A good Junior Builder is one step ahead of the work, not one step behind. You take feedback well and act on it immediately, and do not repeat mistakes. You ask good questions when you're unclear, and you don't guess when precision matters. You are the most coachable person on the site, here to learn from the Foreman, phase leaders, and the work itself. By the time you close out your first build with Riley Projects, the crew will have relied on you not just for labor, but for your attention, pace, and follow-through, making every phase leader's work easier. You will have been a useful crew member in at least three phases of the build, understanding how each one sets up the next. Your instincts will be better, having made mistakes and learned from them, and received feedback and used it. You will have started to develop a sense for which phase speaks to you most, which is the beginning of a real career, and the Foreman will have noticed.
Requirements
- 1–2 years of site exposure (residential preferred).
- Demonstrated ability to show up, work hard, and pay attention.
- Physically capable and willing to perform demanding work (in the heat, on your feet, all day).
- Take pride in doing small things well (e.g., cleaning up, stacking material cleanly, listening the first time).
- Desire to become a great builder, not just seeking a job.
Responsibilities
- Follow and support the leader of the current phase of the build (Framing carpenter, Systems Builder, Finish carpenter, Foreman).
- Perform tasks required during structure, rough-in, and finish phases.
- Move fast, stay alert, and anticipate needs.
- Take feedback and act on it immediately.
- Ask clarifying questions and avoid guessing when precision is required.
- Learn from the Foreman, phase leaders, and the work itself.
- Be a reliable and attentive crew member.
- Develop understanding of how each build phase sets up the next.
- Make and learn from mistakes.
- Receive and utilize feedback.
Benefits
- Fair pay
- Development of people
- Potential stake in employee ownership (ESOP) as the company moves toward it.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
