Lead Carpenter / Frame to Finish

Full Circle Homes • Full-time • Plympton, Massachusetts, United States • $35 - $45 / hour • 6d ago

Full Circle Homes is a full service Design and Construction firm located in Plympton Massachusetts. We specialize in antique restoration & rehab while also catering to new construction and remodeling projects of all sizes. We offer interior design services and consultations as well. Our office space is located in Plympton Center in an 1827 Twin Chimney Colonial that was designed and restored by our team. You can learn more about our company at www.fullcirclehomes.com.

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and motivated candidate for an Lead Carpentry posotion on our team to embark on a rewarding journey in the construction industry.

As a Lead Carpenter, you will have the opportunity to work alongside skilled carpenters and learn the various aspects of our process at Full Circle Homes. This role requires hands-on experience, mentorship, and the leadership to brings teams and projects to completion.

Responsibilities:

Join a skilled residential remodeling team delivering exceptional craftsmanship and client experiences on custom, historic homes and residential remodels
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
Measure, cut, shape, and smooth carpentry materials
Ensure roofing, floorings, and drywall are compatible and level
Sculpt and piece together siding, drywall, kitchen cabinets, and furniture
Construct window and door frames, rafters, partitions, and stairways
Read blueprints and sketches to fully grasp the requirements
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
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
Aid in the setup and cleanup of job sites, maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout projects.
Physical ability to lift heavy materials, stand for extended periods, and perform tasks that require manual dexterity.
Strong work ethic, punctuality, and reliability.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to follow instructions.
Enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills in carpentry.
A safety-conscious mindset with a commitment to adhering to safety protocols.
Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.

Qualifications:

This role requires 10 years of hands-on residential carpentry experience
Strong client-facing communication abilities
Great physical condition and dexterity
Strong measuring and math skills required
Completed carpentry apprenticeship 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
Must have required tools
Ability to tow a trailer

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