Lead Carpenter

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent SFW Construction, an industry leader in exterior repair, waterproofing, and structural restoration.

If you’re a skilled carpenter ready to lead crews, solve complex exterior issues, and take ownership of high-quality projects, SFW Construction is looking for professionals who lead from the front.

• Pay: $32 - $40 per hour based on experience and leadership ability
• Full-time schedule averaging 40-45 hours per week
• Optional overtime opportunities based on project workload
• Kaiser Permanente medical coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit sharing and bonus opportunities
• Weekly pay via direct deposit
• Paid sick leave
• Best-in-class tools and equipment provided
• Year‑round, stable work throughout the Portland Metro area
• Clear opportunities for advancement and long‑term career growth
• Only nail bags and hand tools required

• Success‑driven culture focused on craftsmanship, accountability, and professionalism
• Strong team environment built around experienced tradespeople and dependable leadership
• Leadership team that values smart, driven carpenters and invests in long‑term careers
• Organized systems and operational support designed to help field crews succeed
• Opportunity to lead complex exterior repair and restoration projects
• Professional company culture that rewards initiative, performance, and leadership
• Long‑term career path with a company focused on retaining top talent

• Work as a Lead Carpenter on exterior repair and restoration projects throughout the Portland Metro area including Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, Clark, Yamhill, and Marion Counties
• Lead and oversee crews performing siding, framing, waterproofing, rot repair, and exterior carpentry work
• Diagnose structural and exterior envelope issues including water intrusion, dry rot, and framing damage
• Perform and supervise window and door installations, deck construction, and exterior restoration projects
• Coordinate daily job site operations, crew workflow, materials, and project timelines
• Ensure projects meet company quality standards, production goals, and safety expectations
• Train, mentor, and support carpenters and crew members in the field
• Read and interpret project scopes, measurements, and construction specifications
• Communicate professionally with homeowners, project managers, and field leadership
• Maintain organized, clean, and professional job sites
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and carpentry equipment safely and efficiently

• Minimum 5 years of carpentry experience preferred
• Strong experience with framing, siding, and exterior carpentry
• Experience with rot repair, waterproofing, and structural repair work preferred
• Previous crew lead or leadership experience preferred
• Strong understanding of structural framing and building envelope systems
• Ability to lead crews, manage workflow, and maintain production standards on active job sites
• Professional communication and customer‑facing skills
• Fluent English communication required
• Professional, dependable, and team‑oriented attitude
• Skilled with hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment
• Valid driver’s license required
• Reliable transportation required
• Ability to lift and carry construction materials and perform physical job duties throughout the workday
• Authorized to work in the United States

SFW Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.