Job Description

Wood Framing Carpenter – Entry Level or Skilled

Manheim, PA

Whether you're an experienced carpenter or ready to learn the trade, this is a hands-on opportunity to build real skills on high-end projects with a team that invests in you.

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

• Steady, year-round work: Full-time framing with consistent schedules and opportunities for overtime.
• Positive, safety-focused jobsites: A crew culture that prioritizes safety, teamwork, and doing the job right.
• Quality work that's valued: Most projects are custom homes and high-end builds where good framing matters and is appreciated.
• Room to grow: A company committed to raising the standard of the trade and developing skilled framers long-term.
• Small company, direct connection: Work closely with ownership in a crew where communication is straightforward, and decisions are clear.

Sprucewood Construction is a wood framing contractor specializing in high-quality residential and commercial framing projects. We focus on craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork while delivering durable framing that stands the test of time. As a faith-based company, we aim to serve our customers and each other with integrity and care.

What You'll Do as a Wood Framing Carpenter:

• Learn wood framing skills on the job (on-the-job training provided).
• Measure, cut, & assemble lumber to frame walls, floors, and roofs.
• Read basic plans and follow layout instructions from the crew lead.
• Use hand and power tools safely for daily framing work.
• Install wall panels, floor systems, roof trusses, and sheathing.
• Frame interior and exterior walls, windows, and doors.
• Work alongside a crew to keep projects moving on schedule.
• Follow jobsite safety rules and company standards.
• Keep tools, materials, and work areas clean and organized.
• Travel to job sites, typically within about an hour of the shop.

Our Ideal Wood Framing Carpenter:

• Experienced or Entry-Level: At least 1 year of framing or carpentry experience is preferred. Entry-level candidates who are willing to learn wood framing through on-the-job training are encouraged to apply.
• Safety-conscious: Works safely on residential and commercial framing job sites, follows safety rules, and can work in a variety of weather conditions.
• Accurate & Detail-oriented: Completes framing and carpentry work carefully, measuring accurately and following plans and specifications.
• Team-oriented: Communicates clearly, works well with others, and brings a positive attitude to the crew.
• Strong Math Skills: Uses basic math for framing measurements, including fractions, or is willing to learn (framing calculators provided).
• Licensed Driver: Valid driver's license required; experience driving a full-size pickup truck and trailer is preferred.
• Active: Able to lift up to 75 lbs., bend, kneel, stand for long periods, and work from ladders.
• Must provide your own hand tools – nail bag, hammer, tape measure, etc.

What We Offer Our Wood Framing Carpenter:

• Full-time, year-round work with a consistent Monday-Friday schedule, meeting at the shop at 6:00 a.m., averaging 50 hours per week with seasonal overtime and optional summer Saturdays
• $20-$28/hour, depending on experience
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Bonus opportunities
• Collaborative work environment
• Company events – fishing trips, breakfasts, sports games, etc.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training & advancement

To Apply

If you're looking for steady work as a wood framing carpenter in the Manheim, PA area and enjoy hands-on framing on residential and commercial projects, we'd like to hear from you. Apply to be considered for this entry-level or skilled wood framing carpenter role with Sprucewood Construction.

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Requirements

• At least 1 year of framing or carpentry experience is preferred
• Basic math skills
• Valid driver's license required
• Experience driving a full-size pickup truck and trailer is preferred
• Must provide your own hand tools– nail bag, hammer, tape measure, etc.