Do you love leading a team, solving problems, and seeing a project through to fruition?

We are looking for a full-time Lead Carpenter with 6+ years of building experience. This role will require you to manage the on-site crew, trade partners, and materials to achieve the quality and scheduling goals for the project. Your tool belt will be on for this position and you will report to the job site daily. Our ideal candidate thinks several steps ahead, can visualize an entire build from start to finish, and cares deeply about the overall success of the project and the team. If you're motivated by attention to detail and building science, we'd love to hear from you.

We value diversity in our crew and encourage people of color, women, and LGBTQ carpenters to apply. Compensation range is $27-35/hr to start (pay based on experience and abilities), plus paid holidays and vacation, health insurance match, retirement benefits, family leave, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, and a continued education stipend.

Job Requirements:

1. Excellent rough and finish carpentry skills, including but not limited to: advanced framing, air sealing, stair layout, insulating details, hanging doors, installing cabinetry, trim, siding, etc.

2. Coordinate all aspects of running a safe, efficient, and organized jobsite, supported by the project manager & leadership team.

3. Create a positive work environment for carpenters, apprentices, and trade partners. Provide timely and appropriate feedback to your crew to help them grow and improve.

4. Organize work to meet deadlines and prioritize competing tasks. Supervise and assign responsibilities to your crew and trade partners to work optimally and efficiently. Lead, train and motivate your team to meet the production schedule without sacrificing quality.

5. Assist with estimating, planning for material lead times, anticipating issues, maintaining project schedule and tracking project budget. Read and interpret plans accurately for layout, specifications, material takeoffs and ordering.

6. Process information quickly and accurately and resolve problems as they arise. Know when to make judgment calls and when to consult the project manager & leadership team.

7. Communicate thoughtfully, effectively and consistently with co-workers, trade partners and clients. Seek feedback for improvement, be open to criticism, and not defensive.

8. Stay up-to-date on current information technology used on job sites including web-based project management systems, consistent and timely electronic communications, and accurate record keeping. Continually increase your knowledge on your own and by attending workshops, seminars and trade shows with financial assistance from the Company.

How to Apply:

Please introduce yourself, describe your relevant work experience and why you would be a great addition to our crew. Include three references with phone numbers and an up-to-date resume. Email to: info@mainepassivehouse.com.

We look forward to hearing from you!