Lead Carpenter

hiring residential construction roles in Oregon

Are you an experienced lead carpenter who takes pride in thoughtful craftsmanship and wants to work with a great team that supports your growth? If you’re looking for steady, well-planned projects and a workplace built on trust, camaraderie, and teamwork, you’ll feel right at home here.

Thayer Design Build is growing, and we’re looking for a Lead Carpenter who wants to help homeowners across the mid-Willamette Valley love their homes again. We want someone who is passionate about the positive impact they could make in the lives of those we serve.

About the Role

As a Lead Carpenter, you’ll perform the physical carpentry work on assigned projects and be a core part of delivering beautiful finished spaces.

Your day-to-day work includes:

  • Site protection, demolition, and material delivery.
  • Framing such as modifying headers, adding or moving walls, and installing blocking
  • Interacting with and managing subcontractors and team members.
  • Finish carpentry and detail-oriented tasks such as installing trim, cabinetry, pocket doors, appliances, and millwork.
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, professional job site.

This role is designed for someone who excels in delivering excellence on a residential job site.

Who Thrives Here

We’re looking for someone who brings:

  • A sense of humor, humility, and a team-first mindset
  • Pride in craftsmanship and an eye for detail
  • Curiosity and a desire to keep getting better
  • Strong communication skills and comfort interacting with clients
  • The ability to stay organized, anticipate needs, and solve problems proactively
  • Self-starter with minimal oversight needed

Qualification Requirements

  • 5+ years in residential carpentry
  • Excellent rough and finish carpentry skills
  • Solid work history with references
  • Your own carpentry tools
  • Valid driver’s license, insurance, and clean driving record
  • Ability to perform physical work for 8+ hours, including lifting 70+ lbs.
  • A positive attitude, integrity, and reliability

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay
  • Full-time, year-round work
  • Profit-sharing bonus program
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Health, vision, dental, and life insurance
  • Up to 4% 401k contribution matching
  • Professional development and training
  • A well-outfitted company van
  • A supportive team, regular team events, and a workplace where your contribution matters

Pay:$24-36 / hour

About Thayer Design Build

Thayer Design Build has grown from a small garage startup into a trusted remodeling company known for high-quality work, clear communication, and a culture people want to stay in. We remodel kitchens, bathrooms, basements, whole homes, and build additions throughout the Corvallis, Albany, and Philomath areas.

Our team shares a commitment to craftsmanship, integrity, and relationships. We value people who bring initiative, communicate openly, and work with care from start to finish. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment, organized systems, and year-round work that feels manageable and rewarding.

Apply today by filling out our application form below. We look forward to hearing from you!