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ServiceMaster by Singer
Full-Time

Position Overview

ServiceMaster by Singer is hiring a full-time Carpenter to join our in-house Insurance Restoration Construction Team.

Our work is different from new construction. We restore and repair homes and businesses after water, fire, storm, and other insured property losses. Every project is different because you are repairing existing structures, not building from a set of plans. We are looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, adapting to changing conditions, and producing high-quality finished work.

You will work alongside experienced senior foremen and carpenters who will mentor and develop your skills while providing opportunities for advancement.

What You'll Do

·        Drywall hanging and finishing

·        Interior painting

·        Baseboard, casing, and trim installation

·        Interior door installation and adjustment

·        Punch-list and warranty work

·        May perform minor plumbing fixture installation

·        Detach electrical fixtures as required

·        Limited framing work

·        Emergency board-ups and temporary roof tarping

·        Participate in a rotating weekly on-call schedule

·        Protect and maintain clean, professional jobsites

·        Communicate job progress with the Foreman or Project Manager

Our projects range from small residential repairs to large, high-value insurance restoration projects. This is not a position for someone who wants to perform the same task every day.

What We Are Looking For

Requirements

·        Valid driver's license

·        Must own a reliable work vehicle (pickup truck, cargo van, or similar) capable of transporting tools and materials required to perform the job

·        Comfortable working on ladders, roofs, and at heights

·        Willing to perform emergency board-ups and temporary roof tarping when needed

·        Available to participate in a rotating weekly on-call schedule

·        Ability to pass a criminal background check

·        Drug-free workplace

Experience

·        Residential carpentry experience

·        Strong drywall finishing skills

·        Interior painting experience

·        Baseboard, casing, and trim installation

·        Interior door installation

·        May perform minor plumbing fixture installation

·        Detach electrical fixtures as required

·        Kitchen cabinet installation experience is a plus but not required. We will train the right candidate.

·        Limited framing experience is preferred

Personal Qualities

·        Strong problem-solving skills

·        Professional appearance

·        Excellent customer service

·        Reliable and self-motivated

·        Works well with a team

·        Understands the importance of completing a job properly for the customer and the company

·        Willing to occasionally stay later to finish a project when it makes sense instead of returning the next day

Career Development

We have a long history of promoting from within. Many of our leaders began their careers in field positions.

·        Senior Carpenter

·        Foreman

·        Project Manager

·        Estimator

Benefits

·        Competitive hourly pay

·        Includes vehicle expenses

·        Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability after 90 days

·        Paid vacation and holidays after 90 days

·        401(k) with company match; eligibility begins approximately one year after hire, depending on the plan's enrollment date

·        Stable year-round employment

·        Career advancement opportunities

About ServiceMaster by Singer

ServiceMaster by Singer is a leading insurance restoration contractor serving the Baltimore and Central Maryland region.
Our mission is simple:
Restore homes. Restore businesses. Restore lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ServiceMaster by Singer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.

ServiceMaster by Singer is a family-owned disaster restoration and construction company serving Maryland, Washington DC, Delaware, and Southern Pennsylvania.

When fire, water, mold, or storm damage disrupts homes and businesses, we respond quickly to restore property, rebuild structures, and return families and companies to normal life.

What makes us different:
• Daily involvement from ownership and leadership
• Structured advancement pathways (performance-based, not time-based)
• Paid technical training and professional development
• Clear expectations, accountability, and mentorship
• A team culture built on safety, communication, and service

We promote from within whenever possible and invest heavily in developing future leaders. Many of our Project Managers and senior team members started in entry-level roles.

Our mission is simple: Restore normalcy for our customers. Build lifelong careers for our team. Strengthen the communities we serve.

We are stable, recession-resistant, and purpose-driven — and we are looking for people who take pride in doing meaningful work when it matters most.