Job Description
Job Description
Salary : Lead Carpenter
Location : McKenzie Craft Miami, FL
Full-Time | Hourly or Salaried DOE
Build the Exceptional with McKenzie Craft
McKenzie Craft is a boutique fabrication studio specializing in custom millwork and metalwork for high-end residential and commercial spaces. From cabinetry and furniture to flooring and ceilings, our team builds complex, design-driven projects with care and precision.
We are looking for a skilled Lead Carpenter to join our shop team. This role is ideal for a carpenter who is confident with hands-on production work and installation, understands custom fabrication, and values teamwork, quality, and craftsmanship.
What Youll Do
- Build and assemble custom architectural millwork including cabinets, furniture, panels, trim, flooring, and ceiling features.
- Interpret work orders, prints, sketches, and specifications to understand and execute build requirements.
- Perform accurate and timely installation work on both residential and commercial job sites.
- Execute a wide range of carpentry tasks including lamination, stain-grade trimming, cabinetry, remodeling, framing (wood and steel), and demolition.
- Safely and effectively operate all necessary tools and equipment.
- Set up and dismantle scaffolding as needed for builds or installations.
- Clean, store, and maintain tools and equipment to ensure safety and performance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support project completion.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 40 poundsAbility to squat, lift, stretch, and bend to reach all areas of the workspaceMust be able to work in overhead and below-machinery positionsMust wear steel-toed bootsRequired PPE : protective eyewear, hearing protection, and hard hatAdherence to McKenzie Craft safety guidelines at all timesMay be required to work outdoors in varying weather conditionsWhat You Bring
Thorough understanding of woodworking techniques and toolAbility to read and follow technical drawings and blueprintsStrong installation skills and ability to work on active construction sitesSolid math and measuring skills for precise fabrication and fitStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to draw sketches to communicate project needsHigh school diploma or equivalentCompletion of formal apprenticeship program or equivalent training and experiencePrior experience in custom millwork or finish carpentry preferredWhy Join McKenzie Craft?
Work on high-end, custom-crafted projects with intricate design details.Be part of a skilled, tight-knit team that values quality and craftsmanship.Opportunities for skill development, career growth, and expanded expertise.If you're a skilled carpenter looking to join a team that values craftsmanship, takes pride in quality work, and builds truly unique projectsMcKenzie Craft wants to hear from you.