Rosette Forever Homes

Lead Carpenter

Take the Lead. Build Something That Lasts.

Do you bring craftsmanship, leadership, and clear communication to every project? Are you the kind of carpenter others rely on to solve problems, mentor team members, and uphold quality standards from demo to final walk-through? Rosette Forever Homes is hiring a Lead Carpenter to help shape our job sites and set the tone for our growing crew. If you're ready to lead by example and leave behind excellent work, we want to meet you.

At Rosette Forever Homes, we design and build sustainable, high-performance homes that respond to the climate crisis and improve the communities we serve. We're based in St. Louis and guided by a triple-bottom-line philosophy: people, profit, and planet. We focus on custom remodeling, preserving the charm of historic homes while bringing them into the future.

Our culture is rooted in three core values: communication, continual improvement, and gratitude. We support our team with meaningful work, room to grow, and a shared commitment to excellence. We're proud to offer paid volunteer days, paid training opportunities, and a future track toward leadership roles.

Learn more about us at: https://rosetteforeverhomes.com/

The Lead Carpenter is responsible for ensuring a project's success at ground level. You'll work hands-on while also managing smaller crews, coordinating with supervisors, and mentoring apprentices. Your ability to problem solve, execute details to a high standard, and communicate clearly makes you a central figure in each job's success.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced framing, installs, finish work, cabinetry, doors, windows, trim, and more
• Interpret plans, problem solve in the field, and adapt to changing site conditions
• Maintain strong attention to detail and job quality
• Direct daily work for apprentices and general laborers
• Model clean and safe job site behavior
• Share techniques, tools, and processes to support team growth
• Collaborate with Site Supervisor and Project Manager to review scope and timeline
• Relay job site updates, supply needs, and concerns clearly and consistently
• Use JobTread software to clock in, upload receipts, and contribute to documentation
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe throughout each day
• Ensure PPE and safety practices are followed by all team members
• Help prep the site daily and ensure proper close-down at the end of the shift

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of residential carpentry experience, including finish work
• High skill in both structural and fine detail carpentry
• Experience leading a small team or mentoring junior crew members
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Familiarity with digital job tracking tools (training provided on JobTread)

Salary and Benefits

• Full time position
• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Paid vacation (based on tenure and performance)
• Paid major holidays
• Medical and dental insurance
• Fuel reimbursement or company vehicle, based on need
• Paid training opportunities
• Paid volunteer days

Rosette Forever Homes is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.