Are you an experienced lead carpenter who takes pride in thoughtful craftsmanship and wants to work with a great team that supports your growth? If you’re looking for steady, well-planned projects and a workplace built on trust, camaraderie, and teamwork, you’ll feel right at home here.
Thayer Design Build is growing, and we’re looking for a Lead Carpenter who wants to help homeowners across the mid-Willamette Valley love their homes again. We want someone who is passionate about the positive impact they could make in the lives of those we serve.
About the Role:
As a Lead Carpenter, you’ll perform the physical carpentry work on assigned projects and be a core part of delivering beautiful finished spaces.
Your day-to-day work includes:
-Site protection, demolition, and material delivery.
-Framing such as modifying headers, adding or moving walls, and installing blocking
-Interacting with and managing subcontractors and team members.
-Finish carpentry and detail-oriented tasks such as installing trim, cabinetry, pocket doors, appliances, and millwork.
-Maintaining a clean, safe, professional job site.
This role is designed for someone who excels in delivering excellence on a residential job site.
We’re looking for someone who brings:
-A sense of humor, humility, and a team-first mindset
-Pride in craftsmanship and an eye for detail
-Curiosity and a desire to keep getting better
-Strong communication skills and comfort interacting with clients
-The ability to stay organized, anticipate needs, and solve problems proactively
-Self-starter with minimal oversight needed
Qualification Requirements:
-5+ years in residential carpentry
-Excellent rough and finish carpentry skills
-Solid work history with references
-Your own carpentry tools
-Valid driver’s license, insurance, and clean driving record
-Ability to perform physical work for 8+ hours, including lifting 70+ lbs.
-A positive attitude, integrity, and reliability
What We Offer:
-Competitive pay
-Full-time, year-round work
-Profit-sharing bonus program
-Paid holidays and vacation
-Health, vision, dental, and life insurance
-Up to 4% 401k contribution matching
-Professional development and training
-A well-outfitted company van
-A supportive team, regular team events, and a workplace where your contribution matters
-Pay:$24-36 / hour
Thayer Design Build has grown from a small garage startup into a trusted remodeling company known for high-quality work, clear communication, and a culture people want to stay in. We remodel kitchens, bathrooms, basements, whole homes, and build additions throughout the Corvallis, Albany, and Philomath areas.
Our team shares a commitment to craftsmanship, integrity, and relationships. We value people who bring initiative, communicate openly, and work with care from start to finish. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment, organized systems, and year-round work that feels manageable and rewarding.
Apply today by filling out our application form at https://thayerdb.com/careers/lead-carpenter/. We look forward to hearing from you!