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Lead Carpenter

Center Carpentry
$34.00 - $40.00 per hour





Center Carpentry

Lead Carpenter - Residential Remodeling & Custom Builds

Local Work | Short Commute from Plymouth | Steady Year-Round Projects

Based in Ashland, NH (10-15 min from Plymouth)

Up to $40/hr + Benefits | Full-Time


This Role Is a Great Fit for Plymouth-Based Carpenters

  • Easy 10-15 minute commute from Plymouth
  • Local Central NH & Lakes Region projects (no long-distance travel)
  • Steady, year-round work with a small, professional crew
  • High-quality residential projects where craftsmanship matters

This role is posted in Plymouth to reach skilled local carpenters. All projects are based in Ashland, NH, and the nearby Central NH/Lakes Region.


About the Role

Center Carpentry is hiring an experienced Lead Carpenter to lead hands-on production on residential remodels, additions, and custom builds.

We work for homeowners who value quality, communication, and long-term relationships. If you take pride in your work and enjoy leading by example on the jobsite, you'll fit in well here.


What You'll Do

  • Lead daily production on residential jobsites
  • Work hands-on across framing, trim, cabinetry, windows/doors, siding, and finish work
  • Plan daily work, sequencing, and material needs
  • Coordinate and oversee specialty subcontractors
  • Train and mentor apprentices and carpenters
  • Maintain clean, organized, and protected jobsites
  • Communicate progress with the Project Manager
  • Use JobTread for daily logs and updates


What We're Looking For

  • 7+ years of residential carpentry experience (custom & finish work)
  • Proven ability to lead small crews
  • Strong skills in framing, finish carpentry, cabinetry, and exterior work
  • Reliable transportation to Ashland-area jobsites
  • Professional hand tools and jobsite presence
  • Organized, accountable, and team-oriented mindset


Pay & Benefits

  • Up to $40/hr, based on experience and craftsmanship
  • Paid Time Off:
  • 6 paid holidays
  • 2 floating holidays
  • 8 vacation days
  • Sick time
  • Paid parental leave (birth & adoption)
  • Tool allowance & purchasing assistance
  • OSHA 10 & EPA Lead-Safe certification provided
  • Growth opportunities (Project Manager, Shop Lead)
  • Supportive, family-oriented culture with real work-life balance

Why Work With Center Carpentry

Your craftsmanship will be respected. Your leadership will matter. You'll build quality homes -- and a long-term career -- with a company that values integrity, communication, and doing things the right way.

Job type
Full Time
Additional benefits
  • A positive environment focused on building excellent work and excellent people
  • Full-time, W-2 Employee.
  • Growth path to Project Manager or Shop Lead for those who excel
  • Healthy work-life balance and flexible scheduling when needed
  • OSHA 10 & EPA Lead-Safe Renovator certifications provided
  • Paid Parental Leave for newborns & adoptions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Regular tool allowance + access to tool purchase assistance