Lead Carpenter

Whitaker Construction, an innovative residential construction company specializing in crafting architecturally-driven luxury residences across Prince Edward County, seeks a Lead Carpenter to join our team. Our relentless commitment to fine artisanship and detail sets us apart. We offer premium compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a stimulating, challenging, collaborative work environment.

As a Lead Carpenter at Whitaker Construction Inc., you will provide expert guidance and execute a spectrum of carpentry tasks encompassing both rough and finish carpentry as well as general construction duties. Reporting directly to the Site Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring project excellence.

Our ideal candidate possesses the following qualifications:

• Proficiency in residential framing, drywall installation, trim work, taping, and adeptness in door and window installation.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and sketches, as well as generate comprehensive material lists.
• Exceptional attention to detail, demonstrating meticulousness in all daily tasks.
• Strong decision-making skills, capable of independent problem-solving and strategic thinking.
• Demonstrates accountability, reliability, and a proactive approach to tasks, taking ownership of work outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, open to constructive feedback, and adept at providing guidance and support within a collaborative team environment.
• Prioritizes the safety of team members and adheres to established safety protocols.
• Physically capable of lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and performing various manual tasks.
• Willingness and ability to work 40-44 hours per week.
• Experience in luxury home construction is advantageous.
• Possession of a reliable vehicle and personal power tools is mandatory.
• Organized, punctual, and demonstrates strong self-motivation.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $35.00-$50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Application question(s):

• Do you have a working vehicle?

Experience:

• Carpentry: 5 years (required)
• Construction: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person