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Lead Carpenter

Job in Cottage Grove, Dane County, Wisconsin, 53527, USA
Listing for: Paul Davis Restoration
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-01
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Carpentry, Building Maintenance, Building & Residential Construction, Construction Labor & Trades
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 USD Yearly USD 70000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Lead Carpenter

Are you a skilled carpenter with a passion for craftsmanship and a heart for helping others during challenging times? Join our Project Management Team as a Lead Carpenter, where your expertise will be essential to restoring homes and businesses with quality and care. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who confidently performs advanced carpentry tasks - from demolition to final punch lists- and who can effectively coordinate subcontractors, material vendors, in-house production staff, and inspectors to drive each project to completion.

Employee Benefits:

  • Family Health Insurance:
    Up to 70% employer-paid family medical premium
  • Employer-funded HRA to cover deductible
  • Domestic partner coverage
  • Dental & Vision:
    Affordable employee-paid options
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan: 401(k) or Roth IRA with up to 4% company match (immediate vesting)
  • Paid Time Off:
    Generous PTO plus 8 paid holidays
  • Profit Sharing:
    Company performance-based incentives
  • Training:
    Sponsored certifications and leadership development
  • Company Vehicle

Responsibilities:

  • Carpentry Work:
    Perform advanced carpentry tasks including site preparation, framing, flooring, roofing, siding, cabinetry, and trim work
  • Address punch list and warranty items as needed
  • Maintain consistently high-quality craftsmanship throughout the restoration process
  • Project Planning:
    Collaborate with project managers to meet timelines and client expectations
  • Assist in developing project plans, labor estimates, and schedules
  • Monitor budgets, track material use, and control job site costs
  • Order, receive, and manage construction materials
  • Leadership and Supervision:
    Supervise subcontractors, vendors, and in-house field teams
  • Provide training, direction, and mentorship to crew members
  • Enforce job site safety, cleanliness, and professionalism
  • Uphold strong communication across all project stakeholders
  • Documentation and Reporting:
    Maintain daily logs, change orders, and progress reports
  • Ensure proper documentation is organized and uploaded in job management software
  • Coordinate inspections and ensure compliance with building codes and safety policies

Requirements:

  • Minimum Qualifications:
    • High School Diploma or GED
    • Insurable driver's license
    • Minimum of 4 years of carpentry experience
    • Previous experience in supervising internal employees and external trades
  • Physical Requirements:
    • Ability to climb ladders and operate aerial lifts
    • Frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, and crawling
    • Regular lifting of 50 lbs; occasional lifting up to 75 lbs
  • Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
    • Expertise in structural and finish carpentry
    • Safe and proficient use of hand and power tools
    • Working knowledge of job tracking, scheduling, and material management software
    • Ability to lead, mentor, and uphold high standards of craftsmanship
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    • Strong documentation and risk management practices

Why Join Us?:
At Paul Davis, we help people recover from life-altering disasters—floods, fires, and storms. This work requires empathy, professionalism, and a heart for service. You will make a meaningful difference in people's lives while building a rewarding career in a fast-paced, recession-resistant industry with significant growth potential.

Paul Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer Compensation: $70,000.00 - $ per year

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