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Lead Carpenter

Dreamwork Contracting
Hobart, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2027

SKILLED CARPENTERS — READY FOR SOMETHING BETTER?
Northwest Indiana | Up to $35/hr Starting | Travel Pays More

Are you tired of being the guy who does great work but gets treated like everyone else?Tired of hearing “there’s room to grow” but never actually seeing it?

Sick of inconsistent work, or wondering if working harder is ever going to lead to earning more? And are you looking for a company where showing up, knowing your craft, and doing quality work actually gets recognized?

Dream Work Contracting may be what you’re looking for.

We’re growing, our customers keep calling us back, and we’re looking for an experienced carpenter who wants more than just another job.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?Up to $35/hour starting pay

Based on experience and ability... and that’s your starting point, not your ceiling.

Want to earn more? Travel.
Out-of-town projects pay a higher hourly rate plus additional bonus opportunities. Want the extra money? Take the travel work. Prefer staying closer to home? Most of our work is based around Northwest Indiana.

Project bonus opportunities
Do great work and contribute to a successful project? There should be an upside.

A place to actually grow
Want to become a Lead Carpenter and take on more responsibility? There’s a path for that, with increased earning potential to go with it.

Plus:

  • PTO opportunities
  • Tool allowance / tools provided
  • Variety of installation and carpentry work
  • Opportunities for increased responsibility
  • A company that wants to promote from within

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We’re not looking for someone who needs to be chased around a jobsite.We want someone who:

  • Has proven carpentry/install experience
  • Can read prints and work to spec
  • Can work independently and solve problems
  • Shows up consistently and ready to work
  • Takes pride in doing things right
  • Communicates well with the crew and customers
  • Is honest, dependable, and accountable
  • Has a valid driver’s license
  • Owns basic hand tools
  • Is authorized to work in the U.S.

You don’t need to know everything. But you do need to know your craft, care about your work, and want to keep getting better.

SOUND LIKE YOU?

Email info@dwcinstalls.com with your resume or a quick rundown of your experience and tell us why you think you’d be a good fit. Got photos of work you’re proud of? Send those too.

Not looking yourself, but know a good carpenter?

Send this to them. We’re hiring now.

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $35

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