Position: Lead Carpenter
Job Description: Dovetail is hiring an experienced lead finish carpenter. Candidates must demonstrate a positive attitude, excellent craftsmanship, commitment to quality, leadership skills, and a willingness to bring your best. Must have highest standards for safety, site cleanliness, professionalism, and a passion for your craft. There are opportunities to grow into foreman and superintendent positions.
Required Experience:
Minimum of 7-years’ recent, consistent experience working onsite in high-end residential construction.
Well-versed in the field of architecturally significant residential, commercial, and high-performance building.
Familiarity with all phases of building: layout, foundations & footings, concrete, waterproofing/flashing, framing.
Proficiency in all types of finish carpentry: windows & doors, envelope, interior and exterior trim, finish, cabinet & casework installation.
Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools.
Ability to read, interpret, and build construction drawings and specifications.
Excellent time management and communication skills, including asking questions.
Detail oriented with refined standards of craft and quality.
Proactive problem solver.
Work well independently and with a team.
Must be a good team player, and have the ability to teach/coach an apprentice.
Required Qualifications: Fully tooled (air, power, and carpentry tools), reliable transportation, valid driver's license, clean driving record, punctuality is a must – show up on time every day.
About Dovetail: Dovetail’s purpose is to elevate craft and craftspeople. Our talented team is committed to impeccable quality, environmental sustainability, and lasting relationships. We build custom residential and commercial projects, specializing in significant architecture, with both a wood shop and metal shop to support fine design.
Founded in 1991, Dovetail has a reputation for capturing the soul of a space - from large-scale foundation work, structural steel, and architectural concrete, to fine finish carpentry and custom furniture. Dovetail’s wood shop is FSC® certified to provide casework and furniture from responsibly managed forests. Our diverse skills manifest in meaningful and memorable projects that define the character of the Northwest’s built environment.
Dovetail’s management is dedicated to honest, open communication and leads with an inspired purpose and vision. We have dedicated core values that guide our work, and we coach servant leadership company wide. Here, we pursue our vocations and are committed to the success of each employee. Dovetail is a growing company that builds meaningful projects with a great team.
Benefits
1. $38-$48/hr+ depending on experience
2. Full benefits: medical, dental, vision
3. Paid vacation
4. 401K after waiting period
Contact: Please send resume outlining work history, employment dates, and references with “Lead Carpenter ” in the subject line. We look forward to hearing from you.