Skilled Carpenter

Skilled Carpenter   

Are you ready to get your career on the right path ? Build your Legacy here 

Who We Are

At Pennings & Sons we take great pride in providing creative and outstanding residential building and remodeling solutions to our clients! We've been building character into homes for over 45 years. If you live in the Kalamazoo area, you've probably seen our trucks. Pennings & Sons has some exciting career opportunities. Come be a part of our outstanding team of talented and professional craftsmen. Here you will be supported to do your best work, encouraged to sharpen your skills, and master your craft. Being part our team you will hear our clients rave about the exceptional quality of our work, and you too can experience a feeling of deep satisfaction for a job well done! People often come to Pennings and Sons looking for a job and stay because they find a fulfilling career where they can learn and grow. 

Pennings & Sons is looking for a  Skilled Carpenter  to assist in our residential remodeling and building projects by doing a variety of construction tasks focused on framing and trim work. You will have opportunity to work independently and within team settings to produce great quality work for our clients, as you master your craft. 

Job Description:

• Assist with all aspects in production of our jobs
• Framing for remodel and new home projects
• Trim work and cabinetry
• Learn and share constructions skills
• Assist in keeping jobsites clean and safe
• Maintain project timelines

Requirements :  

• Must be able to pass a DOT Physical and drug screen (REQUIRED) 
• Must have a valid driver's license (REQUIRED) 
• Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 80lbs 
• Must be willing to learn, adopt and follow company core values 
• Confident enough to work at heights 
• Able to understand warning signs and labels on a construction site 
• The ability to interact and communicate appropriately with supervisor(s), management the crew, subcontractors, and clients. 
• Proficient in English for purposes of jobsite safety, business operations, and ability to effectively communicate regarding a job's plans, specifications, etc.
• Thorough attention to detail/ Maintain project timelines 
• Maintain confidence & lead by example 
• Read and interpret Blueprints 
• Residential Construction experience: 5 years (Preferred) 
• Carpentry experience: 5 years (Preferred) 
• Must have a strong background in Framing / Trim work / Installing windows, doors & cabinets 

What We Offer:

•   Job Type: Full-time 
• Pay based on experience 

Compensation package may include vacation, paid holidays, medical coverage, company apparel, and mileage reimbursement. 

Benefits: 

• Disability insurance 
• Health insurance with Health Savings Account available 
• Life insurance 
• Paid time off 
• Simple IRA 
• Vision insurance 
• Dental Insurance 
• Overtime 

Typical hours are from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm;  Under normal conditions, the position is anticipated to be 40-45 hours per week commitment. Periodically, the job will require extra effort and time which can result in work schedule alterations. 

Our core values are: Honesty & Integrity, Respectfulness, Commitment to Client Satisfaction, Positive Perspective, and Efficiency & Productivity. 

If you appreciate and exhibit our core values, we want to talk to you about employment with Pennings & Sons.  Join us to find a career, not just a job. You will work in a place where you will be appreciated by your team and clients, and where your work has a direct effect on the success of the company.  Please submit your resume.