Lead Carpenter Job Description

Lead Carpenter Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Lead Carpenter to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Employee must be able to complete and submit all necessary correspondence for work that is completed;
  • Knowledge of carpentry and building materials;
  • Provide general supervision and perform skilled work involving rough and finished carpentry;
  • drywall work, light plumbing, light electrical, tile work, siding, trim, and ladder work;
  • Perform skilled work involving rough and finished carpentry;
  • Assigning and explaining tasks to the project crew;
  • Providing subcontractor coordination;
  • Communicating with clients in order to determine the time frames in which projects should be completed;
  • Supervising company project crew;
  • Performing all phases of carpentry, framing, trim and finish work;
  • Lead and implement all projects assigned to stay within the production schedule and estimated allowances;
  • Troubleshoot or problem solve various aspects of detail or issues that may arise during the process and progress of remodel projects;
  • Competently give directions and instructions as needed to carpenters or trade partners on the job site;
  • Perform general labor including cleaning, materials handling and debris removal;
  • Supervise other employees performing skilled work involving rough and finished carpentry.

Requirements:

  • Effective verbal and listening communication skills;
  • Ability to use technology (i.e. digital camera);
  • Team building;
  • Client service and public interaction skills;
  • Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner;
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation;
  • Effective communication skills, paired with strong leadership skills;
  • Good leadership and communication skills, efficient in time management, personal motivation, and the ability to set and achieve goals;
  • Good ability to understand technical documents and drawings and follow safety and other guidelines;
  • Minimum 21 years of age;
  • Knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power tools;
  • Ability to manage other employees;
  • Knowledge of carpentry and building materials;
  • Ability to operate power tools and heavy equipment in a safe and responsible manner;
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.