Lead Carpenter Job Application

Pay: $40+ hourly

Job description:

Lead a High-Performance Team Building Exceptional Outdoor Living Spaces

Are you the kind of person who shows up every day ready to lead, build, and take ownership? Deck Teck — Maine’s leader in high-end deck construction and restoration — is looking for an experienced Lead Carpenter to take the reins on job sites and help drive our continued growth across Southern Maine and New Hampshire.

This isn’t just a carpentry job. We’re looking for an A-player — someone with sharp skills, a great attitude, and the drive to hold a high standard for themselves and the people around them. We’re a small company that thinks big. We’ve been in business since 2014 and we’re constantly improving how we build, how we operate, and how we deliver for our clients — and we’re looking for someone who’s wired the same way. If you get genuine satisfaction from solving problems, finding a better way to do things, and pushing the quality of your work forward every day, you’ll feel right at home here.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead a small crew through deck builds from start to finish — footings, framing, and finish work — while maintaining Deck Teck’s quality standard on every project.
  • Own the job site: manage daily workflow, keep the team focused and efficient, and ensure work is completed on schedule.
  • Prepare deck construction plans for new deck builds.
  • Manage the permit/inspection process from application through job completion.
  • Accurately order materials for each job.
  • Evaluate and perform structural repairs and restorations on existing decks.
  • Restore and refinish wood surfaces including sanding and staining.
  • Oversee and perform pressure washing and soft washing services on homes, decks, and patios.
  • Be the face of Deck Teck on every job site — communicating proactively with clients, setting clear expectations, and solving problems before they become issues.
  • Train and mentor crew members, reinforcing best practices and a culture of craftsmanship.

What You Bring

  • Proven experience in deck construction or carpentry — you’ve done this before and done it well.
  • Experience leading or supervising (even informally).
  • The ability to read and interpret construction plans.
  • Solid understanding of deck structural principles.
  • Familiarity with building permit process and the ability to prepare basic plans.
  • Mastery of power tools and precision cutting and installation.
  • Physical ability to lift materials, work at heights, and perform outdoor work year-round.
  • A sharp eye for detail and a genuine passion for quality work.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills — you think on your feet.
  • A coachable, ego-free attitude — you’re confident in your skills but always open to feedback and new ways of doing things.
  • The drive to work efficiently and the awareness to spot a better way of doing things.

What We Offer

  • $40+/hr base pay plus potential for performance bonuses.
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match (4%)
  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Tips — customers often tip us after a job is completed and 100% of it is split evenly among the crew on that job.
  • Modern, high-quality tools and equipment provided
  • This role grows with the company — as we scale, so does your responsibility and earning potential. We’re building something here and we want the right person growing alongside us.
  • A tight-knit, team that takes real pride in what they build

Our shop is based in Lyman, Maine, and we serve clients throughout Southern Maine and New Hampshire.

If you’re a skilled craftsman who takes ownership, solves problems without being asked, and wants to be part of a company that’s constantly raising the bar — we want to hear from you. Apply today and build something lasting with Deck Teck

Expected Hours: 35–40 per week (with occasional overtime).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Construction / Carpentry: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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