Lead Carpenter - Residential Remodeling

Chavis Building and Renovation Services LLC Lead Carpenter - Residential Remodeling Location: Holland, OH | In person at local project sites Pay: $27 - $32 per hour Job type: Full-time Take ownership of detailed remodeling work and build something you're proud to show. If you enjoy precise finish work, solving remodeling challenges, and seeing a room come together, we'd like to hear from you. At Chavis Building and Renovation Services LLC , you'll bring your skills to residential projects where preparation, fit, finish, and the homeowner's experience matter. We're a Northwest Ohio remodeling company founded by a retired Army logistics officer. Our work includes kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and custom home renovations, with an emphasis on thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship. We're seeking a skilled Lead Carpenter who can handle detailed carpentry and complete assigned work independently while collaborating with our project manager and field team. Formal crew-management experience is not required. You can succeed here as an experienced craftsperson who understands the work, plans the right sequence, and can explain a task clearly when working with a helper. You'll need sound remodeling judgment, pride in your work, and a willingness to keep learning. Key Responsibilities Complete hands-on carpentry for kitchen, bathroom, basement, and other residential remodeling projects. Install kitchen cabinets with careful preparation, alignment, and fastening. Install doors, door trim, baseboards, and crown molding. Complete detailed finish carpentry and custom features, such as fireplace mantels, within your skill set. Plan assigned tasks in a logical sequence and identify preparation needed before installation. Check your work for accuracy, appearance, and quality throughout the project. Coordinate with the project manager and coworkers, explaining tasks to helpers when needed. Identify site challenges and communicate practical solutions or questions promptly. Maintain a clean, safe work area and treat clients and their homes respectfully. Required Qualifications Demonstrated residential remodeling and detailed carpentry experience. Ability to complete cabinet, trim, and finish installations with care and accuracy. Practical understanding of construction sequencing and how remodeling components fit together. Ability to work independently and collaborate with others. Reliable transportation to assigned project sites and dependable attendance. Strong problem-solving skills, honest communication, and openness to constructive feedback. Ability to perform the hands-on physical tasks involved in carpentry and remodeling. Preferred Qualifications Custom woodworking or fireplace mantel experience. Siding, soffit, or roof-repair experience. Familiarity with basic plumbing and electrical work. Experience explaining tasks or supporting less experienced coworkers. Pay and Benefits Employment: Full-time, in person. Pay: $27 - $32 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday - 9 am to 5 pm with occasional overtime. Paid Holidays PTO up to 3 weeks per year plus one Friday off per quarter as a mental health day. Work requires reliable attendance at local project sites. Why Join Chavis Building and Renovation Services LLC? Join a team that cares about the details homeowners see and the preparation behind them. You'll work alongside a project manager and coworkers who value quality, initiative, and respectful service. The owner welcomes a desire to learn and takes pride in creating distinctive spaces. This is an opportunity to contribute your existing skills while continuing to develop your craft through varied remodeling work. Chavis Building and Renovation Services LLC is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr