Lead Finish Carpenter - Commercial Millwork/Cabinets/Trim -Traveling Position
About The Position
A specialty millwork and fixture installation contractor is seeking career-minded Lead Finish Carpenters for commercial and retail environments. The role oversees and performs installation of cabinets, casework, wall panels, column wraps, millwork, retail fixtures, and standing and running trim. Lead Finish Carpenters manage crews, coordinate with clients and construction partners, communicate with the project management team, and support site safety. The position requires travel away from home for periods of 2–8 weeks and may involve overnight or other non-conventional shifts. Typical workweeks are 40–60 hours, with overtime as needed.
Requirements
- High school education, trade school education, or equivalent.
- At least five years of installation and commercial or retail finish carpentry experience.
- At least one year of supervisory experience.
- Ability to manage and motivate others and manage crews of 3–8 people.
- Professional communication skills with clients, general contractors, subcontractors, and the Project Management Team.
- Working knowledge of architectural drawings, shop drawings, floorplans, and woodworking tools.
- Ability to travel away from home for 2–8 weeks.
- Availability for overtime as needed; a typical workweek is 40–60 hours.
- Flexibility to work non-conventional shifts, including possible overnight projects.
- Ability to provide basic hand tools and a cordless drill.
- Ability to complete company-sponsored online CPR/First Aid training.
- Must undergo pre-employment drug screening, criminal background check, and MVR screening for approved driving status.
- Ability to walk and stand for extended periods, climb ladders, work from an aerial lift, bend, kneel, twist, squat, work overhead for short durations, and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
- Forklift certification.
- Aerial lift certification; training will be provided as needed.
Responsibilities
- Manage and motivate others, including crews of 3–8 people.
- Interact professionally with clients, general contractors, and subcontractors.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with the Project Management Team.
- Interpret layouts for millwork, fixtures, and other elements.
- Evaluate site conditions, construction schedules, and delivery schedules.
- Identify work outside the contract scope and generate change orders when necessary.
- Receive, stage, and manage inventory of millwork and fixture parts.
- Perform finish carpentry installation, including cabinets, countertops, standing and running trim, scribing, coping, wall panel systems, and retail fixtures.
- Submit timesheets, expense reports, daily reports, and progress photos electronically.
- Support a strong commitment to site safety.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Long- and short-term disability plan
- 401(k)
- Reimbursement for travel expenses
- Travel perks
- Referral bonuses
- Top pay based on experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
