Carpenter - Level 1 (Custom Home Builder)

Entry Level Carpenter

Hudson Design and Build is hiring a carpenter to join our field team building custom homes and completing high-quality residential renovations throughout the Killington region.

This role is for someone who is dependable, works hard, takes direction well, and wants to develop real carpentry skills. You will support experienced Carpenters, Lead Carpenters, and Site Supervisors while learning framing, exterior construction, interior finish work, and the standards required to build high-quality homes.

This is a hands-on field position. You will be expected to contribute to daily production, maintain a clean and safe jobsite, and steadily build the skills needed to advance within the company.

What This Role Is

• Full-time, year-round field position
• Work on custom homes, timber frames, additions, and high-end renovations
• Entry-level or early-career position with a defined path into skilled carpentry
• Hands-on work under the direction of experienced field leaders
• Small team environment with high standards and clear expectations
• Work performed at active jobsites throughout the greater Killington region

What You Will Do

Jobsite and Production Support

• Load, unload, move, and organize building materials
• Set up work areas, tools, ladders, staging, and equipment
• Maintain clean, organized, and professional jobsites
• Assist with demolition, site preparation, and protection of finished surfaces
• Support Carpenters and Site Supervisors with daily production needs
• Help receive deliveries and stage materials for upcoming work
• Perform general construction labor as needed throughout each project

Carpentry Development

• Assist with framing, siding, exterior trim, and interior finish work
• Measure, mark, and cut materials under supervision
• Learn proper layout and installation methods
• Safely operate basic hand tools and power tools
• Follow plans, instructions, and company construction standards
• Ask questions and seek clarification before proceeding when unsure
• Develop the skills needed to complete assigned tasks with increasing independence

Safety and Jobsite Standards

• Follow company safety policies and established work procedures
• Consistently use required personal protective equipment
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition
• Identify unsafe conditions and report them to field leadership
• Protect the client’s home, property, and surrounding work areas
• Represent Hudson Design and Build professionally on every jobsite

What This Role Looks Like When It’s Working

• You arrive on time and prepared to work
• Materials, tools, and work areas remain organized
• Instructions are followed accurately and completely
• Jobsites remain clean, safe, and professional
• You maintain a productive pace throughout the workday
• You communicate clearly when you need direction or materials
• You take feedback seriously and apply it to future work
• Your carpentry skills, independence, and responsibilities steadily increase
• Experienced team members can rely on you to follow through

What You Bring

• Strong work ethic and willingness to perform physical construction work
• Dependability, punctuality, and consistent attendance
• Willingness to learn and accept direct feedback
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Basic familiarity with construction tools and jobsites
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure or willingness to learn quickly
• Attention to safety, cleanliness, and quality
• Professional attitude around clients, coworkers, and trade partners
• Reliable transportation to jobsites throughout the Killington region
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to work outdoors and in changing Vermont weather conditions

Previous construction or carpentry experience is helpful but not required. We are willing to train someone who demonstrates strong reliability, effort, awareness, and the ability to learn.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly lift and carry construction materials
• Ability to climb ladders and work from staging when properly trained
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, and perform physical work throughout the day
• Ability to safely work indoors and outdoors in active construction environments
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools with proper training

Preferred, Not Required

• One or more years of construction, carpentry, landscaping, or other physical trade experience
• Familiarity with basic framing or finish carpentry
• Experience using drills, impact drivers, circular saws, and reciprocating saws
• OSHA 10 certification
• Vocational or technical education related to construction

Offer

• Full-time, year-round position
• $22–$26 per hour based on experience, capability, and demonstrated skill level
• Quarterly profit sharing for eligible full-time employees
• Weekly pay via direct deposit
• Health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) with 50% company match on the first 6%
• Paid time off
• 2 weeks during the first 2 years
• 3 weeks starting in year 3
• 7 paid holidays
• Company-provided safety training and required certifications
• Defined advancement path from Level 1 Carpenter to Level 2 Carpenter, Lead Carpenter, and field leadership

Performance is formally reviewed as part of our employee review process. Employees who demonstrate reliability, growing carpentry skills, quality work, productivity, and ownership can advance in responsibility and compensation.

Location and Schedule

This is an in-person field position working at active residential construction sites throughout the greater Killington region.

Typical work hours are Monday through Friday during standard construction hours. Start times and jobsite locations may vary based on project needs.

Apply

If you are dependable, willing to work, and interested in building a long-term career in residential construction, apply today.

Please include a brief summary of your work experience, construction background, and why you are interested in joining Hudson Design and Build.

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• This job requires showing up on time, working hard, and taking direction. Give one brief example from a past job that shows we could count on you.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $26