Carpentry and Custom Steel Structure Foreman SHADE Industries - 5.0 Tempe, AZ Job Details Permanent | Full-time $24 - $30 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Power tools for woodworking Managing carpenter teams Fastening tools Driver's License Fastening Laser levels Crew management Project leadership Task assignment Mechanical knowledge

Full Job Description Carpentry and Custom Steel Structure Foreman Company Name:

SHADE Industries Location:

Phoenix, AZ (With short-term regional field travel up to 4 days)

Job Type :

Full Time, Permanent Schedule :

Full Time |

Four-Day Workweek Schedule Options Industry :

Custom Residential and Commercial Specialty Carpentry Pay Scale:

$24.00 to $30.00+ per hour based on experience

Incentives:

Paid Travel Expenses, Daily Per Diem for Out-of-Town Deployments, Company-Matched 401k, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 10 Paid Holidays The Opportunity SHADE Industries is seeking a Carpentry and Custom Steel Structure Foreman to lead the field assembly and precise mounting of high-end architectural shade sails, steel/metal support structures, and custom fabric covers. In this role, you will apply fine carpentry skills, layout precision, and mechanical fastening expertise to install custom outdoor shade solutions for luxury residential properties and commercial venues. If you are an experienced lead carpenter or specialty installer who takes pride in clean lines, exact measurements, and working outdoors with a structured four-day workweek, this position provides a rewarding career path.

Key Responsibilities Architectural Installation Leadership:

Lead small installation teams in the field, ensuring exact structural attachment to existing buildings, structural posts, and custom frames.

Precision Layout and Framing:

Read complex architectural plans and elevation drawings to lay out attachment points, bracketry, and metal components.

Field Carpentry Execution:

Perform custom cutting, timber framing, drilling, and mechanical fastening to integrate shade structures into existing architectural features.

Fabric Tensioning Support:

Assist in hardware rigging, cable tensioning, and final fabric sail adjustments to achieve drum-tight, weather-resistant installations.

Client and Site Communication:

Interface professionally with homeowners, architects, and project managers to review work scope and deliver finished projects.

Quality Control and Safety:

Maintain high craftsmanship standards, ensure pristine site clean-up, and enforce jobsite safety standards. What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required Field Experience:

3+ years of hands-on experience in rough framing, finish carpentry, deck building, or custom residential installation work.

Mechanical Aptitude:

Advanced skill with power tools, laser levels, mechanical fasteners, and structural hardware layout.

Leadership Capability:

Demonstrated ability to lead 1 to 4 crew members, delegate tasks efficiently, and solve technical field challenges.

Driver Credentials and Travel:

Valid driver license with a clean driving record and willingness to travel for short-term regional assignments (1 to 4 days) several times per year.

Preferred Specialty Carpentry:

Background in custom pergolas, outdoor living spaces, or architectural canvas systems.

Trade Certifications:

Basic OSHA safety training or specialized carpentry trade credentials.

Compensation & Benefits Competitive Hourly Base Pay:

$24.00 to $30.00+ per hour based on custom carpentry background and leadership capability.

Work-Life Balance Schedule:

Four-day workweek options offering consistent three-day weekends.

Time Off Package:

Paid Time Off (2 to 3 weeks based on tenure) plus 10 paid company holidays.

Complete Benefits Suite:

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401k with company match, and paid Life Insurance.

About Us :

SHADE Industries is a premier specialty contractor specializing in the custom design, engineering, fabrication, and installation of tensioned fabric structures. We combine innovative design with heavy-duty structural engineering to create unique, long-lasting shade solutions for commercial, industrial, municipal, and residential clients.

Learn more at:

https://shadeindustries.com/ SHADE Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. Selection decisions are based solely on job-related factors.