Job Description
Job Description
Salary : Overview :
Living Stone Restorations is seeking a Lead Carpenter to join our growing team. We need someone who thinks creatively, communicates clearly, and understands the urgency and complexity of restoration environments . Candidates must possess their own truck and tools and be willing to travel within a 90-mile radius. While most work is performed on-site, some tasks may occasionally require off-site completion. We offer performance-based advancement in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment focused on customer satisfaction and excellence in disaster recovery and reconstruction . If this sounds like a good fit, please apply with your resume.
Minimum Qualifications :
- 8+ years of experience in rough or finish carpentry, including work in restoration or remodeling environments
- Proficient with power tools : skill saws, chop saws, jigsaws
- Skilled with hand tools : chisels, planes, saws, drills, sanders
- Own reliable transportation and hand tools
- Ability to join materials using nails, screws, staples, or adhesives with precision
- Comfortable working on stilts, ladders, scaffolding, and beams
- Capable of lifting / carrying 100 lbs
- Knowledge of lumber grades and wood species; can select appropriate raw materials
- Able to estimate dimensions and proportions accurately
- Experience forming structures for concrete pouring
- Familiarity with post-disaster job sites including water, fire, mold, and storm damage
- Team-oriented with a goal-driven mindset
- Life-long learner, teachable
Key Responsibilities :
Prepare and execute project layoutsArrive job-ready, coordinating material pick-up in advanceWork from building plans or supervisor direction to meet specsEnsure work meets code and restoration quality standardsCollaborate with PMs on inspections and scope adjustmentsMeasure, cut, and shape materials efficientlyFrame and construct walls, floors, doorframes, etc.Erect and level structures using appropriate tools and hardwareAssess and replace damaged structural elements from water, fire, or mold exposureWork overtime if necessary to meet deadlinesMaintain quality control on restoration and rebuild effortsUse tools to reconstruct both structural and finish elementsKeep job sites clean and safe at all timesGuide and supervise laborers and other tradesMaintain professionalism with clients, team members, and inspectorsPrioritize safety, productivity, and precision in all tasksAdapt to changing job scopes and dynamic restoration needsShow up on time and take responsibility for task completionSeek ways to improve process and craftsmanshipAdditional Qualifications :
Familiarity with insurance scopes, Xactimate line items, and working on active restoration claims is a plusMust be comfortable working in homes affected by water, fire, or moldEducation / Experience :
Minimum of 8 years of verifiable experience in construction and / or restorationAbility to read and interpret framing drawings, elevations, and safety regulationsLanguage Skills :
Able to read and understand safety rules, equipment instructions, and work ordersMathematical Skills :
Solid grasp of measurements, angles, fractions, and construction mathReasoning Ability :
Able to assess onsite issues and make smart, real-time decisionsPhysical Demands :
Work on active construction and restoration job sites indoors and outdoorsMust be able to stand, walk, climb, and use hands for tasks over extended periodsOccasional overtime required to meet deadlinesWork Environment :
Regular exposure to wet, humid, or dusty conditionsWork around moving mechanical parts and construction hazardsOccasional exposure to loud noise, hazardous materials, or confined spacesJob Type : Full-time
Benefits :
401(k) with company matchHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceLife insurance