About this opportunity
IICRC lists this Lead Carpenter opportunity in cottage grove, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Lead Carpenter
Are you a skilled carpenter with a passion for craftsmanship and a heart for helping others during challenging times? Join our Project Management Team as a Lead Carpenter, where your expertise will be essential to restoring homes and businesses with quality and care. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who confidently performs advanced carpentry tasks - from demolition to final punch lists- and who can effectively coordinate subcontractors, material vendors, in-house production staff, and inspectors to drive each project to completion.
Employee Benefits:
Family Health Insurance: Up to 70% employer-paid family medical premium
Employer-funded HRA to cover deductible
Domestic partner coverage
Dental & Vision: Affordable employee-paid options
Life & Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan: 401(k) or Roth IRA with up to 4% company match (immediate vesting)
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO plus 8 paid holidays
Profit Sharing: Company performance-based incentives
Training: Sponsored certifications and leadership development
Company Vehicle
Responsibilities:
Perform advanced carpentry tasks including site preparation, framing, flooring, roofing, siding, cabinetry, and trim work
Address punch list and warranty items as needed
Maintain consistently high-quality craftsmanship throughout the restoration process
Collaborate with project managers to meet timelines and client expectations
Assist in developing project plans, labor estimates, and schedules
Monitor budgets, track material use, and control job site costs
Order, receive, and manage construction materials
Supervise subcontractors, vendors, and in-house field teams
Provide training, direction, and mentorship to crew members
Enforce job site safety, cleanliness, and professionalism
Uphold strong communication across all project stakeholders
Maintain daily logs, change orders, and progress reports
Ensure proper documentation is organized and uploaded in job management software
Coordinate inspections and ensure compliance with building codes and safety policies
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Insurable driver's license
Minimum of 4 years of carpentry experience
Previous experience in supervising internal employees and external trades
Physical Requirements:
Ability to climb ladders and operate aerial lifts
Frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, and crawling
Regular lifting of 50 lbs; occasional lifting up to 75 lbs
Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Expertise in structural and finish carpentry
Safe and proficient use of hand and power tools
Working knowledge of job tracking, scheduling, and material management software
Ability to lead, mentor, and uphold high standards of craftsmanship
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong documentation and risk management practices
Why Join Us?: At Paul Davis, we help people recover from life-altering disasters—floods, fires, and storms. This work requires empathy, professionalism, and a heart for service. You will make a meaningful difference in people's lives while building a rewarding career in a fast-paced, recession-resistant industry with significant growth potential.
Paul Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer Compensation: $70,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Worksite address
cottage grove, WI, 53527, US
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