Benefits:
- Free food & snacks
- Opportunity for advancement
- Free uniforms
đ¨ Lead Carpenter Wanted â Join the Big Dog Construction Team! đ¨
Location: Ocean Township, NJ | Full-Time | Competitive Pay Based on Experience
Location: Ocean Township, NJ | Full-Time | Competitive Pay Based on Experience
Big Dog Construction has been proudly building and remodeling homes in New Jersey for over 30 yearsâand we're growing! Weâre looking for a Lead Carpenter with a minimum of 5 yearsâ experience whoâs ready to step into a leadership role and help us deliver the top-quality work our clients have come to expect.
đŞ About the Role:
This position is perfect for someone who is well-rounded, dependable, and takes pride in their craft. Youâll be expected to work independently and as part of a team, while also managing day-to-day tasks on job sites. If youâve got strong framing, trimming, sheet rocking, and spackling skillsâand know how to run a smooth job from start to finishâwe want to hear from you.
đ ď¸ What Youâll Be Doing:
- Lead and manage a crew on residential construction projects
- Handle all phases of carpentry (framing, trim, drywall, etc.)
- Collaborate with subcontractors and project managers
- Maintain job site safety and cleanliness
- Solve problems on the fly and keep projects moving
- Ensure top-quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction
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What Weâre Looking For:
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Minimum 5 years of carpentry experience
- Proficiency in trimming, framing, sheetrock, and spackling
- Ability to read and work from plans/blueprints
- Reliable transportation and basic hand/power tools
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- A positive attitude and a strong work ethic
đ§ Bonus Points If You Have:
- Experience overseeing crews and multiple trades
- A sense of humor (weâre serious about qualityâbut not about ourselves)
đž Why Work With Big Dog Construction?
- Family-owned, team-oriented environment
- Projects you can be proud of
- Opportunities to grow with our new luxury home division
- Respect, honesty, and great coworkersâno nonsense
Compensation: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
JOIN OUR TEAM: BUILD THE FUTURE WITH US
At Big Dog Construction, we believe in more than just constructing buildings â we're dedicated to building legacies and fostering growth. Our mission is to shape the future through excellence in quality, exceeding client expectations, and positively impacting the lives of both our clients and employees. Rooted in family values, we are committed to excellence, integrity, and quality in everything we do.
OUR VISION: BUILDING LEGACIES, FOSTERING GROWTH
We envision a future where our projects stand as enduring legacies, where the growth of our company parallels the growth of the communities we serve. Our vision is not only about constructing physical structures but also about fostering personal and professional growth for our employees.
WHY CHOOSE BIG DOG CONSTRUCTION?
- Commitment to Excellence: We are dedicated to delivering projects of the highest quality, setting the standard for excellence in the construction industry.
- Integrity at the Core: Integrity is the foundation of our business. We conduct ourselves with honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct in all our interactions.
- Rooted in Family Values: [Company Name] is more than just a company; we are a family. We prioritize creating a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment where every team member feels valued and empowered.
- Exceeding Expectations: We go above and beyond to exceed the expectations of our clients, partners, and stakeholders, delivering exceptional results on every project.
- Fostering Teamwork & Growth: Collaboration and teamwork are central to our success. We believe in fostering a culture of teamwork, where diverse talents come together to achieve common goals and drive collective success.
OUR VALUES: DISCIPLINE, ACCOUNTABILITY, TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, AND PASSION
- Discipline: We maintain discipline practices in every aspect of our work, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and excellence.
- Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and decisions, holding ourselves accountable to our clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
- Teamwork: Collaboration is key to our success. We believe in the power of teamwork to achieve shared goals and drive positive outcomes.
- Integrity: Honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct guide our behavior at all times. We uphold the highest standards of integrity in everything we do.
- Passion: Our work is fueled by a genuine passion for construction and a relentless pursuit of excellence. We approach every project with enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication.
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