Residential Remodeling Carpenter / General Carpenter

Company: Summit Grove Contracting, LLC
Location: Kansas City Metropolitan Area, with an emphasis on Johnson County, Kansas, and surrounding Missouri communities
Position Type: Independent Contractor (1099), with potential transition to W-2 employment after an initial 90-day evaluation period, subject to applicable law
Compensation: Commensurate with experience, demonstrated skill level, and availability
Schedule: Project-based; flexibility and dependable availability required
Travel: Required throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area

About Summit Grove Contracting

Summit Grove Contracting is a residential construction and remodeling company specializing in high-quality home renovations, custom carpentry, structural improvements, and outdoor living spaces.

Our projects range from kitchen and bathroom remodels to basement finishing, custom cabinetry and built-ins, decks, framing, flooring, drywall, and general residential renovations.

We take pride in delivering exceptional craftsmanship and working closely with homeowners to ensure every detail meets their needs and expectations. Our approach prioritizes quality over speed, careful planning, honest communication, and lasting results.

Our motto reflects our standards:

"At Summit Grove Contracting, we are always okay with perfect!"

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled, dependable, and hardworking Residential Remodeling Carpenter to join our team and assist with a variety of residential construction and remodeling projects throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area.

The ideal candidate has practical, hands-on experience in residential carpentry and remodeling, including rough framing, finish carpentry, drywall, flooring, and general construction.

This is a hands-on construction position focused on performing quality workmanship, following project plans, and completing assigned tasks efficiently and accurately.

The selected candidate will work alongside the company owner, other carpenters, and construction professionals to complete residential renovation projects. While the ability to work independently on assigned tasks is important, the position does not require managing entire projects, supervising crews, or overseeing subcontractors.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their craftsmanship, pays attention to detail, follows instructions, and contributes to a professional and productive jobsite.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Residential Remodeling & General Construction

• Perform hands-on construction and remodeling work on kitchens, bathrooms, basements, living spaces, and other residential renovation projects.
• Assist with demolition, site preparation, framing, installation, finishing, and cleanup.
• Follow project scopes, construction drawings, measurements, and installation instructions.
• Identify existing construction issues, damaged materials, and unforeseen conditions, and communicate findings to the owner or project supervisor.
• Complete assigned tasks according to established construction practices, manufacturer specifications, and company quality standards.
• Work independently on familiar tasks while seeking guidance when necessary.

2. Rough Framing & Structural Carpentry

• Frame interior walls, partitions, ceilings, and other residential framing components.
• Assist with the construction and repair of decks, porches, stairs, railings, pergolas, and related outdoor structures.
• Install studs, blocking, joists, headers, hangers, and other framing components according to approved plans and instructions.
• Perform accurate measuring, cutting, layout, leveling, squaring, and fastening.
• Assist with structural repairs and modifications under appropriate supervision.
• Follow proper construction methods and safety procedures when performing framing and structural work.

3. Finish Carpentry & Woodworking

• Install interior and exterior doors, jambs, casing, baseboards, crown molding, and other architectural trim.
• Assist with cabinet installation, shelving, built-ins, and other custom carpentry projects.
• Perform accurate measuring, cutting, fitting, and fastening of finish materials.
• Install stair components, handrails, and decorative woodwork as assigned.
• Maintain clean, precise workmanship with attention to joints, alignment, spacing, and finished appearance.
• Assist with custom woodworking and detailed finish carpentry when required.

4. Drywall, Tile & Interior Finishes

• Install drywall, cement board, foam backer board, and other construction substrates.
• Perform drywall taping, mudding, sanding, patching, and finishing.
• Assist with wall and floor preparation for tile installation.
• Install floor tile, wall tile, backsplashes, and shower tile according to experience and assigned responsibilities.
• Assist with waterproofing systems, tile underlayment, and shower preparation.
• Apply grout, caulking, sealants, and finishing materials as needed.
• Perform painting preparation, minor painting, surface repairs, and other finishing tasks.

5. Flooring & General Remodeling Tasks

• Install luxury vinyl plank (LVP), laminate, and other common residential flooring products.
• Assist with installation of cabinets, fixtures, hardware, shelving, and accessories.
• Perform minor exterior repairs, weatherproofing, and other general carpentry tasks.
• Assist plumbing, electrical, and specialty trade professionals with related preparation or finishing work when appropriate and legally permitted.
• Safely operate common construction hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
• Adapt to different construction tasks and project phases as needed.

6. Jobsite Responsibilities & Professional Conduct

• Complete assigned work according to instructions, project schedules, and company quality expectations.
• Communicate progress, material shortages, unexpected conditions, and jobsite concerns to the owner or project supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Properly handle and maintain tools, equipment, and construction materials.
• Follow established jobsite safety procedures.
• Work cooperatively with other carpenters, laborers, subcontractors, and company leadership.
• Maintain professional and respectful interactions with homeowners and other trades.
• Assist with material loading, unloading, transportation, and jobsite organization as needed.
• Participate in final cleanup, finishing details, and punch-list work.

Required QualificationsExperience & Technical Skills

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in residential carpentry, remodeling, or general residential construction, or an equivalent demonstrated level of proficiency.
• Practical experience with residential rough framing, finish carpentry, or both.
• Ability to accurately measure, cut, assemble, and install common construction materials.
• Familiarity with drywall installation, flooring, trim work, and general remodeling practices.
• Ability to safely and effectively operate common construction hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions, written project scopes, and basic construction drawings.
• Understanding of basic residential construction methods and jobsite safety practices.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks with reasonable supervision.
• Willingness to learn unfamiliar techniques and develop additional construction skills.

Professional Requirements

• Strong work ethic and pride in quality craftsmanship.
• Dependable attendance, punctuality, and consistent follow-through.
• Ability to work productively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to follow instructions and accept constructive feedback.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to completing work correctly.
• Professional and respectful communication with coworkers, supervisors, and homeowners.
• Ability to adapt to changing project needs and perform a variety of residential construction tasks.
• Willingness to take responsibility for the quality of assigned work.

Transportation & Availability

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from project locations.
• Must possess a valid driver's license if driving is required to perform assigned work.
• Must be willing and able to travel throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area, including both Kansas and Missouri.
• Must have dependable availability and communicate scheduling conflicts in advance.
• Must be able to perform the essential physical duties of residential construction, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are advantageous but are not required:

• 3–5+ years of experience in residential carpentry, remodeling, or general construction.
• Experience with both rough framing and finish carpentry.
• Experience working on kitchen, bathroom, or basement remodeling projects.
• Experience building or repairing residential decks, stairs, and railings.
• Familiarity with drywall finishing, tile installation, flooring, and interior trim.
• Experience installing cabinets, doors, hardware, and built-ins.
• Familiarity with Schluter, GoBoard, or comparable tile underlayment and waterproofing systems.
• Ability to read construction drawings and perform basic material calculations.
• Experience with residential demolition, structural repairs, and general home renovations.
• OSHA 10 construction safety training.
• Ownership of commonly used carpentry hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to perform multiple remodeling tasks without constant supervision.

Compensation & Engagement Structure

Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's experience, demonstrated carpentry skills, versatility, workmanship, and availability.

The position is initially intended to be structured as a 1099 independent contractor engagement, where legally appropriate.

Following an initial 90-day evaluation period, the company may consider offering a W-2 employee position based on performance, business needs, and applicable employment classification requirements.

The evaluation will consider workmanship, dependability, professionalism, communication, productivity, and the ability to successfully complete assigned construction tasks.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a dependable, skilled carpenter who enjoys hands-on construction work and takes pride in producing high-quality results.

The right candidate does not need to be a foreman, project manager, or expert in every construction trade. However, they should have a solid foundation in residential carpentry, a willingness to perform various remodeling tasks, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to a professional construction team.

We value someone who arrives on time, works hard, pays attention to detail, follows instructions, and understands that quality workmanship matters.

Quality, reliability, accountability, and attention to detail are essential.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• A current résumé or summary of relevant construction experience.
• A description of their strongest carpentry and remodeling skills.
• Professional references or examples of completed work, if available.
• General availability and desired compensation.

Summit Grove Contracting is committed to fair consideration of qualified applicants in accordance with applicable federal, Kansas, and Missouri laws.

Benefits

• Opportunity to expand carpentry and remodeling skills
• Potential transition to W-2 employment following an initial evaluation period, subject to business needs and applicable law

Work Location: In person

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person