Lead Carpenter at MAC General Contractor – Columbus, Indiana

Lead the Build: Join a High-Quality Construction Crew in Columbus, IN!

Position: Lead Carpenter
Company: MAC General Contractors
Pay Range: Starting at $25+ per hour (based on experience) + Year-End Bonus
Industry: General Construction (Residential, Commercial)
Location: Columbus, IN

Job Overview

MAC General Contractors is seeking experienced and motivated Lead Carpenter to join our field operations team in Columbus, IN. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled tradespeople with strong carpentry backgrounds and a commitment to craftsmanship. You'll be on-site leading and contributing to the construction of high-quality custom homes and light commercial projects. If you value teamwork, take pride in your work, and want to grow with a company that values people and precision-this could be your next great move.

Who We Are

MAC General Contractors has been building quality residential and commercial projects since 2007. With a reputation rooted in integrity, craftsmanship, and long-term client relationships, we offer our employees a stable and supportive environment where excellence and character are equally valued. At MAC, we don't just build structures-we build careers, families, and community.

Learn more about us at www.macpropertygroup.com

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and lead framing, finish carpentry, and other trade tasks on residential and light commercial projects
• Operate and maintain construction equipment, including skid steers and excavators
• Load, secure, and tow equipment trailers to job sites
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Assist in mentoring junior crew members and maintaining jobsite efficiency
• Read and interpret blueprints and project plans
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to meet deadlines and uphold quality standards

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of hands-on construction experience (residential or light commercial preferred)
• Strong carpentry skills and attention to finish detail
• Experience operating skid steers, excavators, and pulling trailers
• Mechanical knowledge is a plus
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a plus
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Must be dependable, self-motivated, and team-oriented
• A background check and drug screening will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage starting at $25+, based on experience
• Year-end performance bonus potential
• One week of Paid Time Off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings program
• Weekly pay cycle
• Paid training and certifications
• Company vehicle access
• Safety equipment provided
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Company events and outings
• Annual trips and employee rewards
• Opportunity to work for a mission-driven builder with a strong local reputation

Schedule

• Monday-Friday, Full-Time
• Occasional weekend work may be required based on project timelines

Location

• Columbus, IN
• Work is primarily onsite at local residential and commercial builds
• Minimal travel required

Equal Employment Opportunity
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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