Lead Carpenter

Lead Carpenter

Location:

McKenzie Craft - Miami, FL

Full-Time | Hourly or Salaried DOE

Build the Exceptional with McKenzie Craft

McKenzie Craft is a boutique fabrication studio specializing in custom millwork and metalwork for high-end residential and commercial spaces. From cabinetry and furniture to flooring and ceilings, our team builds complex, design-driven projects with care and precision.

We are looking for a skilled Lead Carpenter to join our shop team. This role is ideal for a carpenter who is confident with hands-on production work and installation, understands custom fabrication, and values teamwork, quality, and craftsmanship.

What You'll Do

• Build and assemble custom architectural millwork including cabinets, furniture, panels, trim, flooring, and ceiling features.
• Interpret work orders, prints, sketches, and specifications to understand and execute build requirements.

• Perform accurate and timely installation work on both residential and commercial job sites.
• Execute a wide range of carpentry tasks including lamination, stain-grade trimming, cabinetry, remodeling, framing (wood and steel), and demolition.
• Safely and effectively operate all necessary tools and equipment.
• Set up and dismantle scaffolding as needed for builds or installations.
• Clean, store, and maintain tools and equipment to ensure safety and performance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support project completion.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds

• Ability to squat, lift, stretch, and bend to reach all areas of the workspace

• Must be able to work in overhead and below-machinery positions

• Must wear steel-toed boots

• Required PPE: protective eyewear, hearing protection, and hard hat

• Adherence to McKenzie Craft safety guidelines at all times

• May be required to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

What You Bring

• Thorough understanding of woodworking techniques and tool

• Ability to read and follow technical drawings and blueprints

• Strong installation skills and ability to work on active construction sites

• Solid math and measuring skills for precise fabrication and fit

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to draw sketches to communicate project needs

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Completion of formal apprenticeship program or equivalent training and experience

• Prior experience in custom millwork or finish carpentry preferred

Why Join McKenzie Craft?

• Work on high-end, custom-crafted projects with intricate design details.

• Be part of a skilled, tight-knit team that values quality and craftsmanship.

• Opportunities for skill development, career growth, and expanded expertise.

If you're a skilled carpenter looking to join a team that values craftsmanship, takes pride in quality work, and builds truly unique projects-McKenzie Craft wants to hear from you.