What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Carpenter position at Onyx Construction?
We are a small commercial construction company seeking a proven Lead Carpenter/Field Lead with experience running a small crew on active commercial projects
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This is a hands-on field leadership role. You will be on-site daily, owning assigned scopes, setting crew pace, and ensuring work is executed safely, correctly, and efficiently.
Core Responsibilities:
-Lead daily work for a small crew
-Perform non-structural framing, blocking, and field modifications
-Fnish work such as installing FRP, wall moldings, and specialty finishes
-Complete selective demolition and jobsite corrections
-Execute punch list and closeout work
-Coordinate daily priorities with the Superintendent
-Identify issues early and communicate clearly
Qualifications:
-Proven experience leading a crew on commercial jobsites
-Strong carpentry skills (commercial or renovation experience preferred)
-Ability to take ownership and drive work to completion
-Clear communicator who works well within a structured team
-High standards for workmanship and jobsite cleanliness
What We Offer:
-Steady, year-round work
-Local projects only
-Competitive pay based on experience
If interested, please message directly with a brief summary of your experience and crew leadership background.