Journeyman Carpenter

SERVPRO of Allentown•Allentown, PA

20h•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, highly skilled Journeyman Carpenter to join our Reconstruction Department. This position is ideal for an accomplished tradesperson with a strong background in Residential Interior Reconstruction who brings leadership experience—whether as a former job site foreman or an independent contractor looking to step away from administrative overhead and into a stable, high-paying, full-time environment. You will drive high-quality interior reconstruction projects to completion across the Allentown and Scranton regions, balancing hands-on master carpentry work with site management and subcontractor coordination.

Requirements

5+ years of hands-on experience in residential interior remodeling/reconstruction as a Journeyman-level carpenter.
Prior experience as a Site Foreman, Lead Carpenter, or independent General Contractor/Trade Business Owner is required.
Expert understanding of residential building codes, structural framing, drylining, cabinetry, door/window installations, and interior finishing.
Must possess a complete set of professional hand and power tools and a reliable work vehicle (truck or van capable of hauling tools/materials).
Valid PA Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly, work in varying job site conditions, operate heavy power tools, and work on ladders.

Nice To Haves

Photos of past finish work or a project portfolio are strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

Execute structural repairs, wall reconfigurations, subfloor replacement, and structural framing modifications for damaged or updated residential interiors.
Install high-end trim, baseboards, crown molding, casing, interior doors, cabinetry, stairs, and custom built-ins with exceptional precision.
Manage residential interior builds from rough-in to completion, coordinating specialty sub-trades (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, drywall, painting) and stepping in across trades when necessary.
Oversee daily job site progress, enforce strict safety standards, manage material deliveries, and maintain clean, professional client job sites.
Act as the primary technical point-of-contact on site, walking homeowners through daily progress, addressing concerns, and delivering top-tier customer service.
Ensure projects move forward efficiently to meet target completion dates and commission benchmarks.