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 >>Department: Community and Economic Development: Inspections Department Head: Nicole Hofert, Director of Community and Economic Development Date Posted: 04/24/2025 Date Closing: 05/26/2025 Wage: $32.71-$39.59 per hour An Equal Opportunity Employer The Housing Inspector position performs detailed technical and specialized inspection work involving the enforcement of City codes that regulate the health and safety of properties, building construction and zoning to ensure compliance with established standards, ordinances, codes, rules, and regulations. This position performs field inspections, interprets, and enforces municipal adopted codes related to property maintenance and rental housing. This position may also be responsible for acting in the capacity of a mechanical inspector or code enforcement inspector if assigned. This position is responsible for the preparation of detailed records and reports as well as the preparation of correspondence. This position works with a diverse group of external contacts as well as internal contacts at different levels of the organization. This position may occasionally support the Mechanical Inspector and have experience in the mechanical trade. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload. The Housing Inspector position applies specialized functional knowledge to analyze and respond to rental housing inspection matters as well as building inspection matters and code enforcement within established limits. This position includes a competitive pay and benefits package. Highlights include: • Four-day work week (38 hours/week - full time) • Employer commitment to education, training, and development • Paid leave time, including holidays, sick, vacation, and personal days • 12% employer paid retirement package which includes a defined contribution and post-employment health plan • Comprehensive health insurance through Priority Health • Dental, vision, and life insurance • Free access to an employee assistance program Wyoming is a vibrant, diverse community covering 25 square miles on the southwest side of Grand Rapids. The region boasts award-winning cultural and family activities such as a presidential museum, art and children's museums, symphony, ballet, and theater, the John Ball Zoo, an AHL hockey team and High-A baseball team, farmers markets, breweries, restaurants, shopping, parks, hiking and biking trails, beaches, and camping. Only a short drive to the shores of Lake Michigan, outdoor recreational opportunities abound. Should an applicant need any disability-related accommodations or other considerations in the application process, please notify our human resources department upon submitting the application by email at hr_fax@wyomingmi.gov.
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.
