High-End Residential Finish Carpenter

About this role

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced High-End Residential Finish Carpenter to join our team on luxury custom home projects throughout the Altadena area. This position is ideal for a craftsman who takes pride in precision, attention to detail, and producing exceptional work in high-end residential environments.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience working on custom homes, estates, and luxury remodels and is capable of delivering flawless finish carpentry with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities

• Install custom cabinetry, built-ins, and architectural millwork.

• Install and finish crown molding, baseboards, casing, paneling, wainscoting, and decorative trim.

• Hang and adjust high-end interior and exterior doors, pocket doors, and specialty hardware.

• Install custom stair systems, handrails, mantels, shelving, and wood accents.

• Read and interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings, and blueprints.

• Perform detailed layout work and ensure all finish work meets luxury residential standards.

• Scribe materials for seamless installations on custom homes.

• Perform punch list items and final quality touch-ups prior to homeowner turnover.

• Work alongside project managers, superintendents, designers, and other skilled trades.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site while working in occupied and high-value homes.

• Protect finished surfaces, furnishings, and homeowner property throughout construction.
Requirements

• 5+ years of finish carpentry experience, with at least 3 years in luxury custom residential construction.

• Strong experience installing:

• Custom cabinetry

• Crown molding

• Baseboards

• Door and window casing

• Wainscoting

• Coffered ceilings

• Custom millwork

• Interior doors and hardware

• Built-in shelving

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• Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings, and finish schedules.

• Experience working with premium materials including hardwoods, veneers, and architectural finishes.

• Skilled with miter saws, table saws, routers, track saws, laser levels, and precision measuring tools.

• Ability to troubleshoot field conditions while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship.

• Strong understanding of luxury home construction sequencing and punch list completion.

• Excellent communication skills and professionalism when working in occupied residences.
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Procore for daily logs, punch lists, and project communication.

• Experience with historic home renovations or restoration projects.

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

• Experience working with architects, designers, and discerning homeowners.