Carpenter in Madison, Wisconsin at Drexel Building Supply

Description:

Carpenter

The Drexel Way:We don't just sell lumber, we Supply. Happiness. Drexel is Team Member-owned and community-driven. With six retail hubs and three manufacturing plants across Wisconsin, we've been a Top Workplace every year since 2011. Why? Because we hire for heart and train for skill. When you join Team Blue, you aren't just a team member - you're an owner.
The Mission:As our next Framing Crew Carpenter, your mission is to lead and execute high-quality rough framing projects across residential, commercial, and off-site construction environments. Driven by our core values, you will bring an enthusiastic, winning attitude to every job site, ensuring projects are built safely, accurately, and efficiently. Working in and around the Madison area (within a 1+ hour travel radius), you serve as a vital contributor to our dynamic construction team, delivering craftsmanship that local builders and homeowners are proud to stand behind. By maintaining job site safety, protecting equipment, and delivering excellence, you directly contribute to our profit-sharing program and grow our ESOP for the entire team.
Defining the Role:

• Rough Framing & Structural Assembly: Expertly assemble panelized walls, floors, trusses, and roofs on residential and commercial projects.
• Blueprint & Measurement Precision: Read building plans fluently and mark/cut materials using hand tools, power tools, and precise measuring instruments (tape measures, rulers, chalk, and gauges).
• Elevated & Off-Site Construction: Erect and work on scaffolding and climb ladders safely to assemble structures above ground level; work in the manufacturing plant as needed.
• Crane Signaling & Job Site Logistics: Assist with site operations through crane signaling and maintaining a clean work environment, including job sites, company vehicles, and job trailers.
• Positive & Dynamic Mindset: Bring an "Uber-positive," enthusiastic, winning attitude with attention to detail and excellent communication across indoor and outdoor work environments.

What Success Looks Like:

• Framing Accuracy & Quality: Precision cutting and assembly adhering strictly to building plans and structural standards.
• Job Site Safety & Compliance: Zero safety incidents through consistent adherence to safety rules, proper tool use, and clean work areas.
• Project Efficiency: Timely execution of wall, floor, and roof settings to keep projects moving on schedule.
• Customer & Team Satisfaction: Strong collaboration with co-workers and contractors, representing Drexel with a customer-first focus.

The Drexel Advantage:The Wealth-Builder

• ESOP Shares: We don't just work here; we own the place. You'll earn a real stake in the company's success.
• Profit Sharing: When Drexel wins, our team wins.
• 401k: A solid foundation for your long-term retirement goals.

Health & Well-Being

• Comprehensive Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you and your family "weather-proof".
• Fitness Reimbursements: Annual funds dedicated to your physical health and family activities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support when life gets complex.

Life & Legacy

• Immediate Paid Time Off: Start with Holiday and Vacation pay from day one.
• Scholarship Program: We're invested in the next generation—educational support for the children of our team members.
• Annual Charity Match: We'll double your impact on the causes you care about most.

The "Drexel" Lifestyle

• Birthday PTO: A paid day off to celebrate you.
• Product Discounts: Special pricing on the high-quality materials we sell.
• Plus More: A constant stream of "fun little perks" that make our team a great place to be.

PM85

Requirements: Requirements:

• Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED. One to three years of experience in framing, construction, installing doors/windows, building materials, or a similar industry is preferred.
• Skills & Abilities: Ability to read building plans and work instructions, utilize power tools, and perform crane signaling. Requires strong hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity.
• Physical Demands: Ordinary ambulatory skills; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate weights from 5 to 100 lbs. Comfort working at heights (ladders/scaffolding) and in a variety of indoor/outdoor weather environments.
• Licensure: Valid Wisconsin Driver's License (daily travel to job sites required within a 1+ hour radius).