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Lead Framing Carpenter

LivWell Homes
Traverse, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/14/2027

Lead Framing Carpenter – 15 Years Experience Required

Job Description

LivWell Homes is seeking an experienced Lead Framing Carpenter to join our team in the Traverse City area. We build high-quality custom homes and are looking for someone who can take ownership of framing work, solve problems in the field, and lead other carpenters effectively.

A minimum of 15 years of professional framing/carpentry experience is required for this position. We are specifically looking for someone with extensive hands-on residential framing experience who can work independently and lead a crew without requiring constant direction.

Responsibilities

  • Lead residential framing on custom-home projects
  • Read and work accurately from architectural and structural plans
  • Lay out and construct walls, floors, roofs, stairs, openings, and other structural components
  • Coordinate and direct other carpenters and laborers
  • Identify framing issues and determine practical solutions in the field
  • Maintain high standards for quality, accuracy, productivity, and jobsite safety
  • Coordinate with project managers and other trades
  • Assist with other carpentry work as projects require

Requirements

  • 15 years of professional carpentry/framing experience — required
  • Extensive residential framing experience
  • Demonstrated ability to lead a framing crew
  • Strong blueprint-reading and layout skills
  • Thorough understanding of residential construction methods and sequencing
  • Ability to work independently and make sound field decisions
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Dependable, professional, and able to communicate effectively with project managers and crew members

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Traverse City, MI and surrounding area
Compensation: Competitive and based on experience

Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45 - $55

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