We’re looking for a Lead Carpenter to join our growing team in Portland, Oregon. We are headquartered in NW Portland but this job serves residential homes throughout Portland and its suburbs. This position is full-time.
Job Description:
Lovett’s Lead Carpenter constructs building structures according to construction plans. They possess high-level framing skills in addition to a deep knowledge of all manner of finish carpentry skills. Their responsibilities include ensuring that all structures are plumb and level, constructing rough openings as well as staircases, flooring, and installing temporary supports for structures as required.
A successful Lovett Lead Carpenter is able to interpret blueprints and have sound knowledge of building codes and safety regulations. They demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and ensure that all tasks are completed efficiently with an eye for quality. Our Lead Carpenter oversees carpenter apprentices and must be able to perform all duties while teaching and supporting team members.
Benefits:
Lovett Deconstruction provides a generous package of employee benefits including:
100% Employer-paid Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance offerings
100% Employer-paid Short Term & Long Term Disability
100% Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance.
401(k) retirement plan available to all employees, with an employer match. Eligible and fully vested immediately.
10 days of accrued vacation to start
5 paid sick days
6 paid holidays
8 paid hours for volunteering
1 monthly massage
Monthly team lunches
Professional Development & Tuition reimbursement
Discounts in our Salvage Shop
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Frame and Trim carpentry: accurately measuring, cutting, and shaping common building materials.
Erect temporary structures such as scaffolds and hoists.
Perform repairs on existing structures that are damaged or structurally unsound.
Take off dimensions from building plans with an eye to identifying potential layout and structural issues
Exam building materials to identify any defects.
Make material lists from plans and source materials and supplies for delivery and/or pick-up.
Perform job site preparation with consideration for top notch work zone dust protection, safety standards and end of job
cleanliness
Clear away all carpentry debris and waste.
Set up and strip concrete forms, tying and bending rebar according to engineering specifications, and coordinating
concrete delivery and emplacement
Arrive at job site on time, prepared for work with personal tools and PPE
Display willingness to encourage safety culture with team members and report accidents and injuries
Oversee 1-2 Carpenters / Apprentices, teaching and supporting their growth at Lovett and in the profession.
Participate actively in team-oriented culture including job site safety meetings, daily stretches, sharing company/crew
feedback, observations and ideas
Act professionally at all times with a friendly, knowledgeable and even-keeled manner including presentable attire,
active listening and eye contact
Follow Lovett’s standard operating procedures
Respond to texts from the office in a prompt and timely manner, as well as completing timely submission of company
related paperwork
Display respect and care for tools and equipment belonging to both company and other crew members
Provide daily updates on Slack
Skills, Competencies & Qualifications:
Minimum 10 years of carpentry and framing experience, with 3 years in Lead Carpentry position
Minimum 5 years in residential construction, preferably in remodeling, additions, or home repair
Provide own tools for all standard framing and carpentry tasks
Experience working in outdoor environment in a variety of weather conditions, strongly
Experience serving the public in a customer service capacity or related field
Mechanically inclined with experience using power tools
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills
Effective communication skills
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Physical Demands:
Carpenters must be capable of carrying out all of the above requirements without accommodation or reasonable
accommodations that do not create an undue burden on the company. These must be addressed and approved by HR and
Management.
Sitting, standing, walking, talking, seeing and hearing is required. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to
persons with disabilities to permit them to perform required tasks
Comfortable with heights and spatially aware
Ability to lift 50lbs, repeatedly over the course of a day; handling power tools and hand tools; prying, pulling and
twisting
Capable of working in sustained hot or cold temperatures at physically demanding tasks such as hauling and handling
debris in dusty conditions
Comfortable wearing a respirator and working according to safety standards with hazardous or potentially hazardous
material
Ability to work well with others in a collaborative environment
Capable of communication via text message, group text message and email
Ability to work in an environment with moderate to high noise levels with the ability to use proper ear protection as
needed or when instructed
Highly responsive to communication and feedback and offers feedback constructively and respectfully
Maintains a positive attitude & works well with team
Capable of working with a range of personalities, and respectful of diverse backgrounds and levels of experience
Travel for short periods of time periodically
Who we are:
With almost 20 years in the business, Lovett Deconstruction is Portland’s premier deconstruction company with more experience than any other company in the industry. A recent addition to our business, the Carpentry team works on some of our projects after our Deconstruction team has completed their scope of work. Whether it's framing, siding install or finish carpentry, our carpenters are available to assist General Contractors with the carpentry scope. Everyday we work to wow customers with our knowledge, awareness, efficiency, communication, and safety standards.
We are looking for people who share in our mission of sustainability, believe in delighting our customers with top-notch service and ultimately, who appreciate an employee culture built on hard work, respect and open communication.
Department: Deconstruction
Reports to: Lead Project Manager
Hours: This is a full-time, 40-hours per week position. Monday - Friday, 8 hour shift usually 8:00am - 4:30pm.
Compensation: Hourly full-time. We evaluate our compensation offerings according to market medians and internal pay equity. Starting Salary Range: $27-$35/hour, DOE
How To Apply:
If you believe that you would be the perfect fit for our team and you have the skills and experience to back it up, please apply to this posting with your resume. We’d love to learn about your interest in applying for this role so a cover letter is most welcome!
Please: No recruiters or phone calls, please.