Lead Carpenter - Residential Remodeling

Job Description Job Description Residential Lead Carpenter / Remodeling Project Lead
Vailes Home Improvement Services
Location: Fishersville
Job Type: Full-Time | Residential Remodeling & Home Improvement
Pay: $25.00 - $34.00 per hour, depending on experience
Vailes Home Improvement Services is seeking an experienced Residential Lead Carpenter to join our growing family-owned team. This role is ideal for a skilled carpenter who takes pride in leading projects, delivering exceptional craftsmanship, and creating outstanding experiences for homeowners. If you are an experienced residential carpenter who enjoys taking ownership of projects, coordinating on-site work, and producing high-quality remodeling results, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career with a respected company.
Vailes Home Improvement Services is known for delivering trusted home improvement, remodeling, and repair services with a strong commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. We believe exceptional results start with exceptional people, which is why we invest in our employees through strong support, professional development, and a positive team culture.
As a Residential Lead Carpenter, you will oversee residential remodeling and construction projects from start to finish while performing hands-on skilled carpentry work. You will serve as the on-site leader responsible for maintaining schedules, coordinating project phases, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering exceptional workmanship across remodeling, repairs, structural carpentry, trim, framing, drywall, and finish carpentry projects. This position requires strong leadership, organization, communication, and technical carpentry expertise.
Why Work With Vailes
• Family-owned and operated company with a supportive culture
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Strong work-life balance
• Team-oriented, positive work environment
• Office celebrations and company events
• Ongoing paid training and professional development
• Stable, year-round residential remodeling work
Benefits
• $25.00 - $34.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Generous benefits package with up to $7,000 in company-paid coverage annually
• Insurance options available
• Paid time off and paid holidays starting Day 1
• IRA with company match
• Company-provided uniforms
• Career advancement opportunities
About the Role
The Residential Lead Carpenter is responsible for managing daily project execution while performing advanced carpentry work on high-end residential remodeling and home improvement projects. Responsibilities include framing, trim installation, finish carpentry, drywall repair, structural repairs, reading blueprints, coordinating daily job site activity, maintaining quality control, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. This role works directly with homeowners, project managers, and internal teams to ensure every project reflects Vailes Home Improvement Services commitment to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications
Candidates should have at least five years of carpentry experience with strong expertise in residential remodeling, home improvement, and construction. Experience in custom homes or higher-end residential projects is strongly preferred. Successful candidates must be able to read blueprints and project plans, understand construction methods and building codes, lead work on-site, maintain organized schedules, and consistently deliver exceptional craftsmanship. A valid drivers license with a clean driving record is required, along with the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and safely operate power tools and carpentry equipment. High school diploma or GED required.
Vailes Home Improvement Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a strong, inclusive, and professional workplace.

Candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug test upon being given a conditional offer of employment.