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Interested In Joining The Team?

If you have a passion for building, building science, and working with a collaborative mindset, scroll down to see if there are any current job openings. If no positions are posted, or you don't see a position that describes your experience level, please reach out to us anyway!

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At BMB, our mission is to empower the next generation of trades professionals by fostering mentorship, communication, and opportunities for growth.

Our offerings and benefits include PTO, paid major holidays, profit sharing, dental and vision coverage, monthly healthcare stipend, supplemental insurance options, Roth IRA, paid carpentry-related trainings and workshops, and other perks.

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Lead Carpenter

Black Mountain Builders is seeking a full-time Lead Carpenter to join our team. In this role, you will help lead construction projects from the field, supporting the Site Supervisors/Owners while guiding a crew through all phases of the build process.

The ideal candidate brings at least 5 years of hands-on field experience and 1 year or more in a leadership role. We are looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys mentoring and sharing knowledge with teammates, and can confidently help manage crews ranging from 2 to 8 carpenters. An interest in building science and high-performance building is a plus.

 

We work primarily on residential projects within a 45-minute driving distance from Brattleboro.

 

Qualifications:

  • Approaches work with a collaborative mindset

  • Is motivated to learn and grow

  • Minimum 5 years of carpentry or construction field experience

  • At least 1 year of experience in a leadership or crew lead role

  • Strong organizational and communication skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work proactively

  • Commitment to craftsmanship, quality, and teamwork

 

Responsibilities: 

  • Assist in leading construction projects and daily field operations

  • Support the Site Supervisor and Owners in project execution

  • Coordinate and guide a small crew of carpenters

  • Mentor team members and promote a positive, collaborative work environment

  • Maintain job site organization, efficiency, and quality standards

  • Anticipate upcoming project needs, challenges, and next steps to keep work progressing smoothly

  • Understanding and setting task specific quality tolerances for the team

  • Perform consistent high-quality carpentry skills in a safe and time effective manner

  • Arrange and receive material deliveries, inspect material quality and quantities, and ensure materials are properly secured and stored

Carpenter I 
Carpenter II

Black Mountain Builders is seeking multiple positions for Carpenter I and Carpenter II tradespeople to join our team. We’re offering year-round full-time and part-time positions to experienced Carpenters who are motivated, thrive working in a collaborative team environment, are passionate about expanding their skills and knowledge, and would like to help mentor Apprentice Carpenters. An interest in building science and high-performance building is a plus.

 

We work primarily on residential projects within a 45-minute driving distance from Brattleboro.

 

Qualifications:

  • Are motivated and like working in various phases of a building project.

  • Has a desire to expand knowledge of sustainable building practices and products.

  • Is a clear communicator and has good organization skills.

  • Approaches work with a collaborative mindset.

  • Is motivated to learn and grow.

  • Can perform various tasks with little or no supervision.

  • Has reliable transportation or is able to get rides to and from job sites.

 

Some of the responsibilities of a Carpenter I and Carpenter II include but are not limited to: 

 

Carpenter I:

  • Assist with the layout and preparation of projects.

  • Install wooden structures including decks, stairs, roofing frames, rafters, partitions, joists, and studs. 

  • Install cabinets, shelving, built-in’s, drywall, and insulation.

  • Install hardware and fixtures including door handles, locks, hinges, closures, pulls, knobs, and bath accessories.

  • Familiarity with lumber species, grades and dimensions. 

  • Continued learning of reading plans and assisting with material take-offs.

  • Dismantling and removing damaged wooden structures and fixtures.

  • Checking accuracy of work with level, plumb bobs, framing squares, and lasers.

  • Ensure that work areas are kept clean and organized.

  • Obtain materials from lumber yards as needed.

  • Follow safety procedures and protocols, as well as workplace policies.

  • Basic understanding of advanced building science systems and techniques.

  • Participate in workshops and training programs to enhance skills and knowledge.

 

Carpenter II:

  • Understanding of shop equipment and procedures including planers, jointers, drill press, band saws, and knowledge of basic joinery techniques.

  • Understanding and operation of construction equipment including telehandlers, boom lifts, scissor lifts, drywall lifts, and shop equipment.

  • Select and grade lumber based on size, strength, and quality to suit each job.

  • Understanding of high-quality finishes and applications including sanding, staining, priming, painting across different substrates, and materials including wood, MDF, steel, and concrete.

  • Understanding of construction documents and ability to read plans.

  • Ability to perform advanced layouts and elevations.

  • Independently manage and track time throughout the work day utilizing company cost codes. 

  • Thorough understanding of safety procedures, and proper set up staging and ladders.

  • Advanced understanding of advanced building science systems and techniques.

  • Ability to efficiently sequence tasks throughout the day to maximize productivity and quality of work.

  • Effectively and respectfully communicate with all positions on the team.

  • Open, close, and maintain job sites to company standards.

  • Basic field maintenance of tools and equipment.

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