High-End Residential Finish Carpenter

Essel

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced High-End Residential Finish Carpenter to join our team on luxury custom home projects throughout the Altadena area. This position is ideal for a craftsman who takes pride in precision, attention to detail, and producing exceptional work in high-end residential environments.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience working on custom homes, estates, and luxury remodels and is capable of delivering flawless finish carpentry with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Install custom cabinetry, built-ins, and architectural millwork.
Install and finish crown molding, baseboards, casing, paneling, wainscoting, and decorative trim.
Hang and adjust high-end interior and exterior doors, pocket doors, and specialty hardware.
Install custom stair systems, handrails, mantels, shelving, and wood accents.
Read and interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings, and blueprints.
Perform detailed layout work and ensure all finish work meets luxury residential standards.
Scribe materials for seamless installations on custom homes.
Perform punch list items and final quality touch-ups prior to homeowner turnover.
Work alongside project managers, superintendents, designers, and other skilled trades.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site while working in occupied and high-value homes.
Protect finished surfaces, furnishings, and homeowner property throughout construction.

Requirements

5+ years of finish carpentry experience , with at least 3 years in luxury custom residential construction.
Strong experience installing:

Custom cabinetry
Crown molding
Baseboards
Door and window casing
Wainscoting
Coffered ceilings
Custom millwork
Interior doors and hardware
Built-in shelving

Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings, and finish schedules.
Experience working with premium materials including hardwoods, veneers, and architectural finishes.
Skilled with miter saws, table saws, routers, track saws, laser levels, and precision measuring tools.
Ability to troubleshoot field conditions while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship.
Strong understanding of luxury home construction sequencing and punch list completion.
Excellent communication skills and professionalism when working in occupied residences.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using Procore for daily logs, punch lists, and project communication.
Experience with historic home renovations or restoration projects.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
Experience working with architects, designers, and discerning homeowners.

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