Lifetime Exteriors is a General Construction company in the Greater Portland Metro area that focuses on all aspects of the exterior of a structure. We maintain a friendly, fair and positive work environment, which respects diversity, new ideas and hard work. Our purpose in this industry is to provide our clients with solutions to protect their biggest investment for a lifetime, based on honesty, integrity and understanding that each project is unique and special, utilizing the best people, materials, tools and systems available. Whether it comes down to affordability or necessity, our goal is to create opportunities for a homeowner, HOA board, property managers or ownership group to fix problems that, through no fault of their own, need to be resolved so future renters, guests, family members or new owners can rest comfortably knowing that their residence and loved ones are comfortable and safe from the diverse weather we experience in the PNW. We build value for our team and ownership through the strength of our customers’ satisfaction and continuously finding ways to improve operations.

We are seeking employees who are passionate, delivering top of the line service and a finished product to match.

Job Role

Lifetime Exteriors is seeking an experienced lead carpenter. We are looking for someone to hit the ground running with all aspects of carpentry work such as shaping or cutting materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws. Additionally, understanding how to study specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.

Some of the day-day responsibilities will include:

  • Perform a variety of finish and rough carpentry services consistent with plan specifications (i.e. interior and exterior framing, window and door installment, siding, roofing, stairs and handrails, decks, floor systems, drywall, cabinet fabrication, finish carpentry)
  • Accurately interpret plan specification and ensure proper selection and install of materials
  • Responsible for making sound decisions
  • Ability to accurately evaluate self-performance
  • Promote a cooperative team environment with common goals; identify and solve problems
  • Ability to work and communicate cooperatively and effectively with residents, clients, customers and Lifetime Exteriors personnel
  • Ensure and promote proper safety protocol

Minimum Qualifications

  • Demonstrated expertise as multi-skilled carpenter/craftsman
  • 3 to 7 years of related work experience
  • Ability to inspect, repair, install, modify, rebuild, construct and maintain carpentry services
  • Capable of working effectively among adverse teams and manage multi-faceted tasks
  • Good leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Related field experience in lead carpenter role
  • Ability to obtain and maintain OSHA 10 and other safety certifications
  • Must have valid driver's license and be willing to travel to multiple job sites

Benefits/Culture

As part of the Lifetime Exteriors team we offer an extensive total rewards package to our employees. Some of the benefits of our culture include:

  • Medical Insurance - company paid
  • Dental Insurance 
  • Vision Insurance 
  • OSHA & CPR training and certification 
  • Hearing test
  • AFLAC Accident, Cancer, Hospital Indemnity and Disability Insurance
  • Company provided uniforms
  • Holiday vacation! Our entire office is shut down from Christmas through New Year's Day.
  • Company vehicle and cell phone possible (job specific)
  • Company picnic at a local amusement park for the entire company and families

Commitment to Safety

We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. We make every effort to comply with relevant federal and state occupational health and safety laws and to develop operations, procedures, practices and programs that further this goal. All of our employees are expected to work diligently to maintain safe work conditions and to adhere to all operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries and illnesses.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate in employment decisions or policies in violation of law on the basis of any legally protected status. What is a legally protected status varies depending on applicable local, state and federal laws, but may include race, color, national origin, citizenship status, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, genetic information, families with children, political ideology and veteran status. Our policy of nondiscrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, benefits, placement, promotion, termination, reduction in force, and transfer. Our employment decisions, including factors such as merit, performance, qualifications, skills, dependability, and reliability are made based on ability to perform the job. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.