Residential Carpenter

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Residential Carpenter

Company: J.D. Eicher Builder

Pay Range: $25-$32 per hour, depending on experience + Year-End Bonus Opportunities

Industry: General Construction (Residential)

Location: Warrenton, VA

Job Overview

J.D. Eicher Builder is seeking a highly skilled Residential Carpenter to contribute to our team of craftsmen delivering exceptional high-end residential projects across Fauquier, Loudoun, Culpeper, and Rappahannock counties. The ideal candidate is a well-rounded carpenter with at least 5 years of experience in custom home building and finishing is preferred, capable of handling a wide range of framing and trim tasks with precision and pride. This is a full-time field position requiring travel to job sites throughout our service area.

Who We Are

J.D. Eicher Builder is a generational, family-owned contractor with a respected reputation for quality craftsmanship and architectural excellence. We work on some of the region's most admired properties, partnering with top-tier architects and subcontractors. At JD Eicher, we value professionalism, independence, and innovation. Our leadership believes in equipping team members with the tools, support, and trust they need to thrive-not micromanage. If you're a skilled carpenter with a love for detail and a desire to grow with a company that values long-term relationships, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately set door jambs and hang doors using router jigs, chisels, and butt gauges.
• Install interior and exterior trim, including casing, baseboards, stools, aprons, and crown moulding with expert-level miters and coping.
• Frame and finish window and door openings with precise alignment.
• Layout and construct decks, stairs, and partitions (interior and exterior).
• Read and interpret blueprints for framing, trim, cabinetry, and layout work.
• Install kitchen cabinets to design specifications.
• Frame walls, floor decks, and set trusses.
• Experience with exterior cornice and siding installation around entire home perimeters.
• Work independently or as part of a crew, taking initiative to complete tasks professionally and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in high-end residential construction is preferred.
• Strong understanding of all phases of carpentry, from rough framing to intricate finish work.
• Must be detail-oriented, dependable, and take pride in producing top-tier workmanship.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license are required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and execute layout with precision.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Self-starter with a commitment to craftsmanship and team collaboration.

Benefits

• Bonuses: Year-end bonus based on company performance and individual contributions.
• Health & Dental : 50% company-covered insurance for employees and families.
• Paid Time Off: One week vacation (after one year of employment), six paid holidays, and two paid sick days annually.
• Retirement Plan : 401(k) with company matching up to 3% (after one year of employment)
• Work Perks: Weekly pay cycle, uniforms provided, and opportunities for paid training and certifications.

Schedule  Full-time, Monday-Friday 

Location  This is a field-based role with travel required to job sites across Fauquier, Loudoun, Culpeper, and Rappahannock Counties.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Compliance Statement A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.

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