Lead Carpenter

John Grace Construction•Lansing, MI

1d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

John Grace Restoration and Construction has been West Michigan’s choice for emergency services and restoration repairs following property damage for over 12 years. We specialize in helping homeowners recover from storm, mold, fire/smoke, water, and flooding damage. Our staff are experts in the insurance claim process, working in the customers best interest and guiding them through the claim process. John Grace staff are highly trained in mitigating loss, scoping/estimating repairs, and ensuring timely and high-quality repair work. Our culture is genuine, fun, and passionate, and we take our role seriously because we understand the devastating impact property loss can have on clients. John Grace’s success is the combined efforts of all our employees, and we strive to provide great opportunities for our team to learn and grow. We are expanding our reach and looking for a Lead Carpenter in the Lansing area. Training will be out of our Comstock Park location.

Requirements

6-8+ years of on-job experience in a verifiable construction role.
2-3 years of team leadership in a construction environment.
Can function in a high stress environment that can change daily.
Excellent time management, delegation, and multi-tasking skills.
Self-motivated and can work independently and as a team.
Can provide constructive feedback to team members and is open to receiving feedback to help them grow and learn.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
This position is a very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and climbing.
The employee must have the ability to lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.
Candidate for employment must have a valid driver’s license and a clear driving record.
Candidate must pass a criminal background check to perform work on insurance related claims.
Basic knowledge of smartphone/email technology.

Nice To Haves

Highly skilled in framing and finished carpentry preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of construction and job site safety.
Skilled at framing, trim/cabinets/door, windows, exterior finishes, finished carpentry etc.
Work on jobsites daily and always maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Drive company vehicle to jobsites- follow all traffic laws.
Communicate technical knowledge and expectations in a professional/effective manner to homeowners who may be unfamiliar with construction terminology and process.
Communicate with Project Manager daily to ensure projects are on track.
Oversee 2-4 staff – ensure high quality of work and set clear expectations.
Work to develop carpenters and other team members.