Job Description
Job Description
Position: Carpenter Foreman - Stowe, VT
New West Building Company is seeking an experienced Carpenter Foreman to lead day-to-day operations on job sites at our New England location. The ideal candidate has a strong background in residential construction, is highly organized, and can effectively manage crews and subcontractors.
Job Overview: The Carpenter Foreman will perform appropriate level carpentry duties and will manage and oversee the completion of carpentry projects at jobsites. They will act as the foreman to guide, motivate and supervise a crew of carpenters through a series of projects. They will perform and oversee framing work, tilling, drywall, trim and other aspects of the construction process. They will respond to both technical and interpersonal issues, and will do everything in their power to create opportunities for carpenter trainees to build skills and experience in the trades.
Reports to: Jobsite Superintendent
General Responsibilities:
- Act as site supervisor for various construction projects.
- Establish work schedules and procedures, and plan out daily activities for the crew.
- Mentor carpenter and laborer trainees and instill an environment of punctuality, respect, and teamwork.
- Maintain records of work and time sheets.
- Liaise with subcontractors as needed. Deliver a variety of building materials to the job site and assist in installation.
- Work with a variety of power tools and materials, while strongly adhering to all safety protocols.
- Meet all deadlines and tasks assigned by site Superintendent in a timely manner.
- Facilitate job safety while observing all Company/OSHA standard protocols.
- Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding.
- Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials.
- Help erect, level, and install building framework.
- Join materials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesives.
- Work on top of stilts, ladders, and the top beams of buildings.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods, climb, pull, and lift heavy objects.
- Other various duties assigned by supervisor.
Travel: Estimated at 15% or less
FLSA Employment Status: Salary, Exempt
Salary range: $60K-90K DOE, Unlimited PTO, health insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and other supplemental. 401k match after 1 year of employment.
Essential Traits & Characteristics:
- Other various duties assigned by supervisor.
- Responsive
- Adaptive
- Ability to work alone, or with others
- Good hand-eye coordination
Qualifications:
- 5-10+ years of experience as a carpenter or associated trade.
- Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, hammers, rulers, etc.)
- Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times
- Good physical condition and manual dexterity
- Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to pull and lift things overhead