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We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Carpenter with a minimum of 10 years of professional carpentry experience to join our construction team. In this role, you will be responsible for executing structural framing and finish carpentry across various job sites. As a veteran trade professional, you will also play a key role in managing the project and collaborating directly with the Manager to keep projects moving safely and efficiently.

Core Duties and Responsibilities Structural Framing:

Construct wood and metal framing for walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs according to architectural blueprints and structural engineering specifications.

Finish Carpentry:

Install high-end architectural millwork, custom cabinetry, crown molding, trim, baseboards, and intricate door and window packages.

Blueprint Reading:

Review, interpret, and work directly from complex construction drawings, schematics, and layouts with absolute precision.

Layout and Measurement:

Perform accurate layouts, elevations, and math calculations to ensure all frameworks are plumb, level, square, and structurally sound.

Equipment and Tools:

Safely operate a wide array of industrial hand and power tools, including table saws, miter saws, pneumatic nailers, and laser levels.

Site Mentorship:

Provide technical guidance and on-the-job training to apprentice carpenters and laborers to maintain quality workmanship.

Safety Compliance:

Adhere strictly to OSHA standards, maintain safe job site practices, and properly utilize personal protective equipment (PPE). Experience and Qualifications Attribute

• Requirements & Preferences Experience
• Minimum of 10 years of verified professional carpentry experience in residential construction. Technical Skills
• Master-level knowledge of wood species, framing techniques, engineered lumber, and finish materials. Physical Demands
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work in varied weather conditions, bend, kneel, stand for long intervals, and work comfortably from scaffolding or ladders. Tools & Transport
• Possession of standard personal hand tools and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation to job sites. Other
• Valid New Jersey Driver's License required Pay Rate
• Will be based on experience Expected hours: 40.

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Work Location:

In person