What are the responsibilities and job description for the Carpenter position at Birchwood Construction - McCaffrey Painting?
Join Northern Michigan’s premier luxury home builder. We’re seeking experienced carpenters with a strong background in residential construction to build high-end homes with precision, creativity, and craftsmanship.
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to work on exceptional homes in an incredible location. And for the right candidate, we’re offering a competitive sign-on bonus to get you started.
If you take pride in your work and want to be part of a team that builds truly unique projects—we don’t just build homes, we build Cool Sh!t.
Employee Perks:
· Competitive wage - $25 to $32/hr.
· Robust Family Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability.
· 401K with match
· Bonuses
· Paid Time Off
· Clothing/Boot Allowance
· Year-round work
· Work Life balance
Why Join Birchwood Construction?
- We Build Cool Sh!t! Bring your creativity and skill to one of a kind custom homes.
- Culture: Rooted in humility, compassion, integrity, dedication, and pride.
- Rewarding: Competitive pay and top-tier benefits.
- Growth: Supportive and Collaborative environment.
What you will be Doing -BCC Carpenters are involved in both structural and finish carpentry:
1. Framing (Structural Work)
- Building the skeleton of the house: walls, floors, and roof systems
- Working with engineered lumber, steel connectors, and complex layouts
- Following detailed architectural plans (often custom-designed homes)
2. High-End Finish Carpentry -This is where luxury homes really stand out.
- Installing custom trim, crown molding, and baseboards
- Building coffered ceilings, wainscoting, and paneling
- Precision work with tight tolerances (no gaps, perfect alignment)
- Using premium materials like hardwoods, veneers, and specialty finishes
3. Doors, Windows, and Staircases
- Installing high-end doors (solid wood, oversized, custom hardware)
- Precise window installation for both aesthetics and energy efficiency
- Crafting or assembling custom staircases (a major focal point in luxury homes)
4. Blueprint Interpretation & Collaboration
- Reading complex architectural drawings and shop drawings
- Making on-the-spot adjustments to meet design intent
5. Custom Built-Ins & Millwork – as you advance, Designing and installing:
- Bookshelves
- Entertainment centers
- Walk-in closets
- Window seats
Tools & Techniques
- Advanced tools: laser levels, precision saws, routers, CNC-cut components
- Hand tools for fine detail work
- Knowledge of joinery techniques (dovetail, mortise & tenon, etc.)
What We’re Looking For
- Strong math and measurement accuracy
- High attention to detail
- Craftsmanship mindset (quality over speed)
- Working to Master skills in rough and finish carpentry
- Learning to read blueprints and specifications.
- Skilled in power tools, equipment (Bobcat, forklift), and jobsite safety
- Positive Team Play with a solution-driven mindset.
- Takes Pride in Safety, cleanliness, organization, and professionalism.
Ready to Build Cool Sh!t?
Apply now! www.bccfamily.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Carpenter : 4 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Harbor Springs, MI 49740 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Harbor Springs, MI 49740: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $32