General Carpenter

We’re hiring a  general carpenter  for one-of-a-kind, high-end residential projects in Palo Alto and around the San Francisco Bay Area.

Dowbuilt carpenters have mid-to-advanced level carpentry skills and at least four years' experience in the industry.

This position offers an opportunity to be a part of one-of-a-kind, architecturally significant builds and grow their career alongside colleagues who are dedicated to the highest levels of craftsmanship and quality.

WHAT YOU’LL DO As a general carpenter, you’ll be responsible for :

• Performing and assisting with general carpentry tasks including but not limited to : Structural wood / steel framing Siding, window, and door installation Hardware prep and installation Site cleanup / protection Establishing and maintaining work task deadlines with the superintendent or foreman Supporting subcontractors as directed by the superintendent or foreman Working well and coordinating with other team members Identifying when other workers or subcontractors are not working in a safe manner and reporting unsafe practices to the foreman or superintendent WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED To be successful as a Dowbuilt carpenter, you’ll need : 4+ years of high-end residential carpentry experience The following skills : Broad range of rough carpentry skills from framing up to finish work (finish skills are a huge plus!) Working with full complement of basic tools and specialty tools Laying out and setting concrete forms Reading and interpreting architectural drawings Work at elevated heights, in confined spaces, and in inclement weather Estimating and communicating small material needs to superintendent or foreman Familiarity with a variety of building materials Knowledge of safety and health procedures for location (ongoing training will be provided) Knowledge of proper use of tools and equipment Excellent communication, team-building, and mentoring skills Ability to anticipate and troubleshoot problems Ability to follow direction and perform work as designated Motivation, dependability, and trustworthiness U.S. work authorization WHAT WE OFFER We are a fun, easygoing bunch of professionals who take a lot of pride in the work we do.

We acknowledge the contributions and talents of our team members by providing benefits that support you at work and in life :