Summary: Responsible for designing, building, installing, and repairing structures, fixtures and other items using different types of materials. Primary Responsibilities and Requirements: • Prepare the layout of the project. • General Trades knowledge for commercial applications • Finish Carpentry • Install trim • Install Doors, Frames & Hardware • Install laminate • Rough carpentry: blocking, nailer, barricading & temp walls • Ability to use hand & power tools for required jobs • Select materials • Work with blueprints & specs • Work with materials such as wood, plastic, fiberglass, or drywall. • Utilize saws, drills, and sanders to repair and erect structures. • Join materials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesives. • Use levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and surveying equipment to ensure everything is level and secure. • Install cabinets and countertop • Install owner furnished items • Material handling of plywood cabinets and lumber. Able to lift 50 pounds on and off a truck. Requirement for Hire: • Must be at least 18 years old • Must be able to pass a drug test • Must be able to pass a physical • Must have valid drivers license
See More Details >>🚧 Build Better Homes. Lead With Integrity. Become R-Value Homes' Lead Carpenter & Operations Manager! 🚧 Job Title: Lead Carpenter Company Name: R-Value Homes Pay Range: $30.00 - $35.00 + per hour, depending on experience Industry: Custom Home Building (Residential) Location: Clarksville, MI Job Overview: R-Value Homes is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter & Operations Manager to oversee daily operations across our high-performance custom home projects. If you're passionate about craftsmanship, driven by purpose, and value integrity in every detail, this is your opportunity to lead jobsite excellence while personally contributing to the future of sustainable housing. From footings to final trim, you'll be our lead learner and craftsman, ensuring every project meets our uncompromising standards. Who We Are: At R-Value Homes, we've been building Energy Efficient+ homes since 2004. Our homes offer unmatched comfort, durability, and health-legacies built to last for generations. We operate with a deep commitment to integrity, craftsmanship, and respect at every level. We're not just building houses-we're building better lives. Our foundation is built on the Word of God, and we strive to reflect those principles in how we serve our clients, lead our teams, and approach our work. When you join our team, you become part of a family dedicated to building with purpose and making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. Key Responsibilities: • Jobsite Management • Onsite coordination of trade partners • Enforce safety and cleanliness standards • Conduct inspection walkthroughs • Ensure site is secure and organized • Labor & Installation Oversight • Lead framing, ICF, and additional hands-on construction tasks • Train apprentices and schedule internal labor • Material Management • Order and protect materials for framing, ICF, siding, and trim • Coordinate materials and equipment on site • Return excess materials promptly • Quality Control • Weekly inspections of ongoing/completed work • Ensure adherence to R-Value's quality standards and specifications • Reporting & Logistics • Maintain truck and tool inventory • Submit maintenance requests • Utilize software for project documentation and communication Performance Expectations: • Weekly site visit for each assigned project • Maintain clean, organized jobsites (monthly) • Full compliance with written project specifications • Ensure air tightness < 1.0 ACH @ 50 pascals • Zero blowouts or tolerance violations on footings/walls Qualifications: • Character Traits • Curious, driven, solutions-focused • Strong backbone to enforce quality standards • Highly organized and independent leader • Education & Experience • 10+ years in framing, trim, or poured wall construction • Deep knowledge of residential building codes and practices • Skilled in reading/interpreting construction drawings • Builder's license preferred; Chauffeur's license required; CDL a plus • Proficient with Google Docs/Sheets and Microsoft Excel • Clean driving and criminal record Benefits: • Compensation Perks • Bi-weekly pay cycle • Overtime potential • Health & Wellness • Safety equipment provided (gloves, helmets, etc.) • Work-Life Balance • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Days, Holidays) • Volunteer Time Off (VTO) • Career Growth • Personal Tool Replacement Program • Additional Perks • Company vehicle Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday (exact hours based on project demands) Work Location: West Michigan - various residential project sites Join a purpose-driven team where your work truly matters. At R-Value Homes, we don't just build houses - we build legacies. Apply today and help us redefine excellence in custom home construction. R-Value Homes is an equal opportunity employer. We value integrity, transparency, and teamwork and are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment.
See More Details >>Based in Michigan, Zeeland Lumber & Supply operates truss and wall panel component manufacturing plants along with full-service building material yards that distribute lumber and an expansive range of specialty products, such as windows, doors, roofing, cabinets, decking, and interior and exterior trim. A Brief Overview The Designer Hourly uses computer or technical tools to prepare detailed presentation of building material requirements and or systems for assigned project or related segment. This position may design and complete layouts of residential roof and floor systems for pricing and manufacturing. What you will do • Designs residential roof and floor systems and produces layouts. • Discusses changes and corrections with engineers, architects and contractors prior to and during construction. • Presents, sells and follows-up on new jobs. • Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts. • Performs job site inspections. • Produces materials list. • Determines special notes to append contracts. • Resolves architectural and design discrepancies. • Assists in the shipping department. • Complies with Company's attendance policy by maintaining regular and predictable attendance. • Performs other duties as necessary. • Read and understand blueprints and detailed technical drawings. • Use computer or other technical equipment to provide a technically accurate layout (takeoff) of customer order. • Adhere to local building codes and material constraints when developing material list and design layout. • Produce final copies for contractor use for bathrooms, kitchens, decks, patios and others as assigned. • Assist customers as required, providing accurate, timely and thorough customer service. • Measure and scale projects on-site. • Attend training as required to maintain current knowledge of drafting and relevant aspects. • Invoice project, schedule installation and delivery of products and materials. Required For All Jobs • Perform other duties as assigned. • Comply with all policies and standards. • Adheres to Company's commitment to workplace safety. Education Qualifications • High School or GED required. • Associate's Degree in civil, architectural or design related field may be required. • Bachelor's Degree preferred. • Applicable work experience may be substituted for education requirement. Experience Qualifications • 1 year of drafting experience in a construction or building materials-related industry required. Skills and Abilities • Special skills required-Proficient technical writing skills. Excellent salesmanship and communication skills. Proprietary software, AUTOCAD, computer literate, ability to read technical drawings. • Special knowledge required-Reading and interpreting blueprints in an architectural related industry. • Other-PC Literate with Microsoft Office products, AUTO CAD, and other design programs that facilitate learning in-house program with ease. Zeeland Lumber & Supply , a Division of US LBM Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a carpenter in Wyoming, MI, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally span four to five years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $1,511 in the construction industry. In Wyoming, MI, carpenters can earn an average of $1,511 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
