What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Carpenter Cabinet Installer position at Kitchen Tune-Up Brooklyn North?
Benefits:Opportunity for advancementPaid time offLead Finish Carpenter / Lead Cabinet Installer$35$49/hr | Full-Time | Brooklyn, NYThis is a LEAD role not an entry or helper positionKitchen Tune-Up Brooklyn is a family-run, locally owned company known for high-end craftsmanship, professionalism, and consistency. Our reputation is built on 135 five-star reviews, long-term client relationships, and respect for the trade.We run organized, well-planned jobsnot chaos. Our installers work in high-quality residential kitchens across Brooklyn and Manhattan, often in apartments and occupied homes where precision, communication, and teamwork matter as much as technical skill.This is not a volume shop and not a place for shortcuts. We value installers who:Take pride in doing things the right wayCommunicate clearly with teammates and homeownersShow up prepared, organized, and professionalUnderstand that great kitchens are built by strong teams, not egosWe offer steady, year-round work, clear scopes, realistic schedules, and leadership that respects experienced craftsmen. If you are a senior installer who wants to work with other professionals who care about quality and teamwork, this is a company where your skill and attitude will be appreciated.Who this role is forYou are:A senior carpenter with strong cabinet and finish-work experienceComfortable leading jobs, not just assistingSkilled with miters, scribing, fillers, panels, crown, and trimTrusted to make on-site decisions without hand-holdingProfessional with homeowners and respectful of occupied homesCore ResponsibilitiesLead full kitchen cabinet installations (new cabinets refacing projects)Execute high-level finish carpentry:Mitered trim & moldingCrown moldingScribing to walls/ceilingsCustom fillers, panels, and modificationsRead plans, elevations, and take precise measurementsProblem-solve real-world site conditions (out-of-square walls, uneven floors)Direct and mentor installers/helpersCommunicate clearly with homeowners and project managersMaintain a clean, professional job siteInspect work for accuracy and craftsmanship before sign-offRequired Experience (non-negotiable)Minimum 3-5 years of cabinet installation / finish carpentry experienceProven experience leading installations or crewsStrong woodworking fundamentalsAbility to work independently and manage a full install dayExperience working in occupied residential homesValid drivers license and reliable transportationOwn professional-grade hand tools (specialty tools provided)This is NOT a helper positionJob Type: Full-timeExperience:Carpentry: 3 years (Required)Ability to Commute:Brooklyn, NY 11206 (Required)Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $49