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Description

Position: Carpenter III

Reports To: Senior Field Staff Manager

Department: D19 – Field Construction

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Job Summary:

The Carpenter [I/II/III] supports SC Swiderski’s field construction operations through the safe, efficient, and high-quality completion of carpentry tasks across all phases of single-family and multi-family residential construction. Carpenters perform framing, installation, finish trim work, and material preparation to meet SCS quality standards and schedule expectations.

As employees progress through Levels I, II, and III, they assume increasing independence, technical proficiency, professionalism, and leadership responsibility—ranging from developing fundamental carpentry skills under supervision, to fully independent finish carpentry, to mentoring junior carpenters and supporting complex project execution across multiple sites.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Level III: Team Resource

• The Level III Carpenter has reached, in additional skills and experience, a level of proficiency that allows them to function as a team resource in the overall support and delivery of services to single and multi-family construction projects. They function as a cornerstone of the team in their areas of responsibility functions as an advanced labor resource and field-support specialist, capable of supporting construction teams with fully independent finish carpentry, to mentoring junior carpenters and supporting complex project execution across multiple sites..
• The Carpenter III successfully performs all the job duties of the Carpenter I & II roles and is directly responsible for mentoring and coaching lower-level team members, supporting skills development and technical readiness.
• Perform all duties of Levels I and II with a high degree of independence, skill, and accountability.
• Lead installation of specialty trim, custom millwork, and complex finish packages.
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, and shop drawings with expert proficiency.
• Coordinate and sequence finish tasks to support workflow and schedule.
• Support advanced cabinetry installations and specialty materials.
• Demonstrate proper tool use and safe practices through hands-on training.
• Support Site Superintendent with finish quality reviews.
• Assist with material planning and inventory oversight.
• Maintain compliance with all OSHA and SCS safety requirements.
• Operate lifts (telehandler, forklift, scissor/boom lift) where certified.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure smooth project execution
• Utilizes additional skills and experience to augment and support the Field Operations Teams. (Supervision, surveying, mechanical repair, CDL certifications, EMT certification, or other disciplines beneficial to Construction at SCS.)

Requirements

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Level III: Team Resource

• High school diploma or GED required; trade school preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years carpentry experience with advanced finish capabilities.
• Extensive knowledge of building materials and finish methods.
• Ability to perform advanced cuts, specialty trim installation, and complex fitment work.
• Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management abilities.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation
• Additional skills and experience to augment and support the Field Operations Teams. (Supervision, surveying, mechanical repair, CDL certifications, EMT certification, or other disciplines beneficial to Construction at SCS.)

Work Schedule:

40–50 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with occasional Saturdays as project needs dictate. Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines. Must be able to travel between job sites in Central Wisconsin. Must be available for regular in-state travel, with occasional overtime or overnight stays depending on job site location.

Work Environment:

Primarily outdoor construction sites with exposure to dust, noise, weather, and heavy equipment traffic. Collaborative, safety-focused team environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have a valid Class D driver’s license to work on our job/property sites.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 80 pounds occasionally.
• Stand and walk for long periods (up to 10 hours/day).
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, twisting, and crawling.
• Ability to climb, work on, and carry ladders.
• Comfortable working at heights and on multi-story structures.
• Must be available for regular in-state travel, work 45-50 hours per week (Monday-Friday), with occasional overtime or overnight stays depending on job site location.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

S.C. Swiderski (SCS), founded in Mosinee, Wisconsin in 1992 is a fully integrated real estate development company. SCS supports the development, design, construction, management, and maintenance of its portfolio. SCS values quality, trust, integrity, community, and innovation in its people and processes. SCS is committed to continuous growth and enhancing the housing industry by concentrating on providing solutions to housing needs.