Craft your best work with a veteran-owned team in Winston-Salem, NC
Picture your morning: you review the day’s scope, load up your tools, and head to a beautifully maintained home where a discerning client expects a flawless result. There’s no crew following you—just your skill, your standards, and the satisfaction of finishing what you start. Our client, a veteran-owned local business, partners with high-end homeowners across Winston-Salem on projects ranging from rentals and flips to custom residences. They’re seeking a long-term Lead Carpenter who thrives as a one-person powerhouse.
What a day may look like
- Walk a space, plan cuts, and complete the entire drywall cycle: cutting, installing, patching, mudding, sanding, and painting to a smooth, finished surface.
- Deliver professional-grade interior painting with clean lines and durable finishes.
- Build or restore decks with precise joinery and a focus on longevity and safety.
- Install flooring—LVP, hardwood, laminate, or tile—tight seams, correct transitions, and accurate underlayment.
- Hang doors and fit hardware: hinges, handles, locks, strikes, and alignment to perfection.
- Handle service tickets solo, from diagnosis through punch list, without supervision.
Occasional projects you’ll also tackle
- Cabinet layout, design support, and installation
- Built-ins, shelving, and fitted furniture
- Kitchen and bath remodel components
- General carpentry repairs as needed
What sets you apart
- 5+ years as a Lead/Master Carpenter with an unwavering eye for detail
- Mastery of the complete drywall process from start to finish
- Hands-on strength in painting, deck construction, and flooring installs
- Proficiency with power and hand tools—saws, routers, precision measuring tools, and more
- Proven ability to work independently and finish jobs without a helper
- Quality-driven, efficient, and fluent in English with solid communication skills
- Physically capable with the endurance this craft demands
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Bonus experience
- Formal training (apprenticeship, trade school, or similar)
- Background in higher-end residential environments
- A record of on-time, on-budget delivery
Before you apply, a reality check
- If most of your background is limited to apartments, rentals, or low-income housing, this caliber of finish may not match your experience.
- If you cannot complete drywall end-to-end, this role won’t fit.
- If you usually require a helper or crew for standard tasks, this isn’t the environment for you.
- If you’re transitioning from running your own business and want short-term work, note that this is a long-term employee role.
- If your pace is consistently slow (even with good results), our timelines won’t align.
Bring your craftsmanship to a team that values precision, independence, and accountability. If you’re ready to own the work—from first cut to final touch—let’s talk.