Lead Carpenter

Jump Recruitment, on behalf of our client, Reshape Consulting, is seeking a Lead Carpenter to join their team in St. John's, NL. Reshape Consulting Inc. specializes in high-quality residential renovations, with a focus on bathroom and interior remodeling. Their skilled team of carpenters and tile installers take pride in delivering beautiful, lasting results for their clients. With crew expansion, they are looking for a Lead Carpenter who is dependable, detail-oriented, and takes pride in quality craftsmanship.

Position Summary: As a Lead Renovation Carpenter, you'll play a key role in completing interior renovation projects from framing to finish. This position is ideal for a hands-on tradesperson with experience in trim work, millwork, interior framing, drywall, and painting. You'll work both independently and collaboratively to bring spaces to life, ensuring precision and quality in every job.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare job sites with the utmost?care and detail in mind, using products like Guardia, carpet film, re-u-zip, zip poles, hoardings methods.
• Perform interior framing, blocking, and layout for renovation projects.
• Execute trim and finish carpentry, including installation of baseboards, casings, crown molding, and custom millwork.
• Hang, tape, and repair drywall, ensuring a smooth, paint-ready surface.
• Complete surface preparation and painting, achieving a clean and professional finish.
• Assist in fixture and hardware installation, such as doors, shelving, and cabinetry.
• Collaborate with tile installers, plumbers, and electricians to ensure seamless project flow.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site, following safety and quality standards.
• Daily cleaning of job sites and garbage management.
• Ability to use and/or learn software daily as required (Job Tread, Company Cam).
• Transport tools and materials between job sites and perform occasional light demolition or prep work as required.
• Work closely with our interior designer to make sure our bathrooms are completed to the clients' expectations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in renovation carpentry or a related trade (trim, drywall, or framing).
• Skilled with hand and power tools, measuring accurately, and working to tight tolerances.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting (up to 50lbs.) and handle physically demanding tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality workmanship.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required to travel between local job sites. (must be Licensed, Registered and Insured).
• Ability to coordinate and communicate effectively and professionally?
• Basic understanding of construction safety practices.
• Tile setting experience?considered an asset and will have additional compensation.
• Plastering experience is considered an asset and will have additional compensation.

What is Offered:

• Consistent, year-round interior work with a focus on renovation projects.
• Opportunities for growth and skill development with experienced tradespeople.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Casual.
• Work Location: In person, on the road within city limits.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
• Pay-per-kilometer and driving allowances. (Mileage reimbursement: 75c./ kilometer, or 90c. if transporting materials with a truck).
• Paid time off, on-site parking, company events, and casual dress (company hoodie and hat provided after 1 month) (steel toed boots required).
• We are willing to act quickly in obtaining health insurance if needed.

Apply in Confidence:

Only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume & cover letter to:

Tonya Guilfoyle | Senior Recruiter & HR Consultant | [email protected]

Jump Recruitment Specialists | www.jumpcareers.ca

At Jump Recruitment we recognize the value of diversity and are committed to making intentional steps toward building inclusive teams that better reflect the community Jump Recruitment and other organizations we serve operate within. We believe that inclusion is not just about making room at the table but about seeking out talent through a diversity lens and letting everyone know that their unique perspectives are important contributions to building stronger workplaces in a changing world.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply to our posted positions. We welcome candidates to self-identify or make our recruitment team aware of any potential accommodation they may need during the recruitment process.

This opportunity is only available for candidates legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.