Lead Carpenter / Experienced Carpenter

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Carpenter / Experienced Carpenter

Huseby Homes
Nashville, TN | Full-Time | Onsite |$25-$40/hour DOE

At Huseby Homes, quality craftsmanship is the foundation of everything we do. We build custom homes and renovations with attention to detail, strong communication, and a commitment to doing the job right the first time.

We're growing our team and looking to hire Lead Carpenters . Whether you're a seasoned Lead Carpenter or a skilled carpenter ready to take the next step, we want people who take pride in their work, enjoy solving problems, and want to continue growing in their trade.

As a Carpenter, you'll work closely with our Project Managers, Superintendents, and fellow craftsmen to deliver high-quality residential construction projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform framing, finish carpentry, and general residential construction work
• Read and interpret construction drawings and project plans
• Identify potential issues before they become costly problems
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite
• Produce quality work that meets company standards
• Collaborate with Project Managers to keep projects on schedule
• Help train and support less experienced carpenters when appropriate
• Communicate professionally with team members and clients
• Assist with material planning and jobsite organization

Quality is our brand, and every carpenter plays an important role in delivering an outstanding finished product.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of residential carpentry experience (5 of the 10 years in luxury custom market)
• Take pride in your work. If & when you make a mistake, correct it as you go.
• A humble attitude and teachable personality. Team-first mindset.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of framing and finish carpentry
• Ability to read blueprints and construction documents
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading or mentoring other carpenters
• Experience with custom homes or residential remodeling
• Desire to continue developing your skills and grow into leadership opportunities

The right person for this role:

• Produces consistently high-quality workmanship
• Takes ownership of their work
• Works efficiently without sacrificing quality
• Helps create a positive, productive jobsite
• Looks for solutions instead of waiting for problems to grow
• Represents Huseby Homes professionally every day

We believe the best way to evaluate a carpenter is through hands-on work.

Final candidates will complete a practical skills assessment, which may include:

• Working alongside one of our crews for part of a day, or
• Completing a carpentry project built to specified measurements while being observed by our leadership team.
• Compensation to be determined by your skill level ranging from $25 per hour to $40 per hour.
• Benefits are as follows:

• 50% of the individual for health insurance
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• 1 week sick days
• Paid major Holidays (5 total)
• After 3 years at HH you receive contributions to a SEP retirement account.
• Performance reviews two times a year that include bonus opportunities.
• Be considered for company transportation

• We will help you grow. Our team is the best and we value our carpenters. Managers are not the only employees with strong career paths at HH.
• Work on custom residential projects that showcase quality craftsmanship
• Join a company that values teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Learn from experienced builders who invest in developing their people
• Opportunities for career growth into Lead Carpenter and future leadership roles

If you're an experienced carpenter who enjoys producing quality work and wants to grow with a company that values craftsmanship, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help build homes that you'll be proud to put your name on.

Our team is built on accountability and craftsmanship. We value carpenters who show up consistently, take ownership of their work, correct mistakes without being asked, and take pride in leaving every project better than they found it. If that describes you, you'll fit in well at Huseby Homes.