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Master Carpenter

Location: Farmington, New York
Company: New Energy Works

Home Dept: TIMBFEC

Worker Category: Full-Time

Overview:

New Energy Works Master Carpenter is the go-to leader for all our young and apprentice carpenters as well as the other project foreman and journeyman within our construction and installation groups. As an on-site leadership role, this position requires extensive high-quality-oriented framing & general carpentry experience, as well as an interest in and aptitude for building high-performance, high-craft custom homes.  

The responsibilities of this role entail supervising, managing, and directing a small, dedicated crew of carpenters during the installation of work including finished T&G material as well as our prefabricated panelized enclosure systems, with a strong focus on site leadership, logistics, quality assurance, and hands-on management.

The role requires complete understanding of the build process, project scope, and off-site manufacturing of enclosure systems as well as site-management, team leaderships, and employee development/training as applicable. There is also a clear expectation of regular regional travel, including some overnights, for this role. 

We typically work Monday-Thursday (10-hour days) with Fridays optional for overtime. Our projects are generally within a 1-hour drive radius from our Farmington, NY shop. On occasion we will work in our shop preparing materials for site installation as well. 

Core Competencies: 

• 10+ years carpentry experience, with 5+ years supervisory experience.   
• Extensive knowledge of building sites, construction planning, crew organization, logistics, and job-site management. 
• Industry experiences including: Framing, Enclosures, Custom Home Construction, and Building Systems. 
• Excellent math skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and managerial skillsets.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail. 
• Strong problem-solving skillset including job-site management, tool and equipment maintenance, and supply management/ordering.  
• Competency and proficiency in panel fabrication / installation.  
• Knowledge and ability to interpret drawings and frame floor systems, walls, and roof structures. 
• Provide leadership, guidance, and development training to coworkers and subordinates. 
• Ability to lead, inspire, mentor, and direct carpenters, builders, and staff on-site and in the shop.  
• Knowledge of building materials and best installation practices, with ongoing learning and development of processes.  
• Daily communication with project engineers, project managers, and team leadership to relay progress on assigned tasks and any associated issues. 
• Willingness to schedule regular project communication with management / sub-contractors, and other appropriate parties of the jobsite needs, status reports, quality reports, and any issues that need resolution.  
• Ensure all employees that are working on a project are costing their labor correctly. 
• Proficient understanding of the contract documents, including but is not limited to the final contract, any other contracted scopes by New Energy Works, change orders, architectural drawings.  
• Understand the outlook of production/construction schedule and line up the necessary pieces to ensure smooth construction, inclusive of material ordering, sub-contract communication, internal New Energy Works labor needs.  

 Responsibilities: 

• Weekly communication with construction manager and project managers: Status reports, personnel reports, conflict resolution, etc. 
• Recruiting process and hiring of new carpenters as needed. 
• Conducting performance reviews of existing carpenters.  
• Training of carpentry staff: Construction Foreman, Journeymen, Carpenter Apprentice, etc. 
• Ensuring a safe, clean, and professional work environment on all projects. 
• Safety training, toolbox talks. OSHA compliance etc.   
• Tool maintenance and inventory management. 
• Project planning including manpower, equipment, travel, labor estimating, and scheduling. 
• Problem solving. 
• Quality control.  
• Lead and develop a professional, well-organized, and efficient team.  

Equipment & Vehicles: 

• Must have/ maintain a valid driver’s license with clean driving record. 
• Maintain proper operation and cleanliness of company vehicles, tools, and other equipment.  
• Reporting of any issues with company vehicles or equipment to direct supervisor.
• Manage company tools/ equipment on-site and on-campus.  

Safety & Compliance:  

• Ability to ensure a safe, clean, and professional jobsite.  
• Knowledge and implementation of best builder practices for all assigned project scopes.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards (10 hour preferred)
• Must comply with all New Energy Works polices and code of conduct.

 Misc. 

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.  

About us:

This position is full-time with a flexible schedule and great benefits, including 70% company-paid medical, paid holidays and PTO, a matching 401k plan, dental, and vision.

New Energy Works is a 100% employee-owned company. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), employees receive ownership shares over time, allowing them to build meaningful long-term wealth while contributing to the success of the company. When the company succeeds, our employee-owners benefit directly.

We actively seek to build an inclusive and diverse workplace where people from all walks of life are welcomed. We are an equal opportunity employer.

New Energy Works operates on the triple bottom line philosophy, putting equal emphasis on people, planet, and profit. We’ve been designing and crafting custom homes and fine woodworking from our shops in New York and Oregon for 40+ years with our 150+ craftspeople, carpenters, designers, dreamers, and community members.

If you think you’re a good fit, please apply today. We look forward to learning more about you!