Carpenter (ID# 671)

Carpenter – Commercial Restoration & Reconstruction

Location: Ypsilanti, MI 

Position Overview

This role provides essential operational support for commercial reconstruction and restoration projects. The Advanced Carpenter is a critical contributor on large-scale commercial CAT Team projects and plays a leadership role in training and mentoring junior carpenters.

Professionals in this role possess advanced knowledge of commercial construction practices, tools, and equipment, including shrink-wrapping methods, material installation, and project execution. This position represents Level 4 in the Progressive Carpenter career track and offers growth opportunities into Estimator or Project Manager development paths.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify potential project challenges and request support as needed

• Train and mentor Basic and Intermediate Carpenter team members

• Serve as a knowledgeable on-site resource for most project-related questions

• Construct effective containment systems for dust, debris, and airborne contaminants

• Build and repair metal-framed walls, acoustical ceilings, and roofing systems

• Perform flood cutting, salvage operations, and labeling of materials using approved methods

• Identify insulation types, thicknesses, and R-values

• Apply advanced construction skills across trim, doors, cabinetry, insulation, framing, ceilings, roofing, and siding

• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and maintain clean, serviceable equipment

• Maintain strict attention to detail and customer property protection standards

• Deliver outstanding customer service in all interactions

• Work efficiently under schedule deadlines

• Support after-hours, weekend, and periodic travel project needs

• Accurately document labor hours, equipment usage, and materials consumption

• Participate in company-sponsored operations and safety training programs

Requirements & Expectations

• Supervise unskilled labor, entry-level and intermediate team members, and subcontractors on residential, commercial, multi-family, industrial, institutional, and high-risk projects

• Provide clear guidance on project tasks and escalate complex issues appropriately

• Maintain tools and equipment used in daily operations

• Perform emergency response services such as board-ups and securing structures against further damage

• Complete additional duties as business needs require