Lead Carpenter

1st Choice Fire and Water Restoration, a family-owned company in South Bend, Indiana, is hiring a full-time Lead Carpenter. For over 30 years, we've helped homeowners across Northern Indiana rebuild after fire, smoke, and water damage, and we're looking for an experienced carpenter to lead our field crews.

In this role, you'll lead on-site restoration projects from start to finish, doing finish carpentry, structural framing, and trim installation while guiding your team and keeping projects on schedule. You'll work with our project managers, mentor junior carpenters, and keep homeowners informed as their homes are restored.

We value craftsmanship, reliability, and pride in a job well done. If you have a sharp eye for detail, strong carpentry skills, and want to work somewhere your experience is appreciated, we'd like to hear from you.

Salary Range: $25.00 per hour

Hourly Base Salary Based on Experience

Mon-Fri Schedule

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Hands on Training

Mentorship and Career Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site crews through residential restoration projects, making sure every detail meets our standards.
• Coordinate with project managers to keep timelines on track and materials stocked.
• Perform finish carpentry, structural framing, and trim installation.
• Mentor junior carpenters by sharing technical skills and best practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.
• Update homeowners clearly and professionally on project progress.

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in finish carpentry or structural repair.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for travel to job sites.
• Own set of professional-grade hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of Indiana building codes and safety regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience in fire or water damage restoration preferred.