Career Opportunities
First State Building & Design is committed to building exceptional living spaces through impeccable quality and service.
Our team members are our biggest strength and most important assets, which is why we strive to create a cooperative environment that encourages a strong work ethic, ingenuity and responsibility.
We believe in hiring and retaining the best talent through generous incentives, ongoing training and opportunity for growth.
Through our beliefs and in our practices, we dedicate ourselves towards enhancing homes from the interior to the exterior, with the goal of becoming the premiere building and design business in the Brandywine Valley.
Lead Carpenter
First State Building & Design is looking for a Lead Carpenter experienced in all aspects of residential construction including framing, drywall, flooring, tile, windows, doors and trim work. Basic plumbing and electrical skills are preferred but not required.
This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of assigned jobs and managing a crew of 2 additional carpenters/laborers to perform all required tasks. This includes scheduling, material procurement, quality control and client management.
The ideal candidate is prompt, reliable, presentable, great with clients, has their own transportation and tools, and can work independently or lead a crew. A drug test and background check will be required before an offer of employment is made.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive pay (60-70k) based on experience
Experience: Construction: 15 + years (Preferred), Carpentry: 15 + years (Preferred)
Work Location: Chester County, PA, Delaware County, PA, New Castle County,DE
Benefits: Healthcare assistance, Competitive pay, Paid holidays, Paid vacation
Carpenter
First State Building & Design is seeking a Journeyman/Journeywoman Carpenter experienced in all aspects of residential exterior construction with a specialization in deck, porch, additions, and sunroom construction. We specialize in beautifully designed projects in the Southeastern, PA and Northern Delaware regions.
This position will be working in a 3-member team environment to complete required tasks. The ideal candidate is prompt, reliable, presentable, has their own transportation and tools, and can work independently or with others. A drug test will be required before an offer of employment is made.
This position will have a lead carpenter as a supervisor, along with an apprentice.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive pay (50-60k) based on experience
Experience: Construction: 5 + years (Preferred), Carpentry: 5 + years (Preferred)
Work Location: Chester County, PA, Delaware County, PA, New Castle County,DE
Benefits: Healthcare assistance, Competitive pay, Paid holidays, Paid vacation
Carpenter Apprentice
First State Building & Design is looking to hire a Carpenter Apprentice for residential construction work, including framing, drywall, flooring, tile, doors, windows and trim work.
This position will be working on a two to three-person team under a supervisor to perform all required tasks. The ideal candidate is prompt, reliable, presentable, has their own transportation and tools, and can work independently or with others.
A drug test and background check will be required before an offer of employment is made.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive pay (30-40k) based on experience
Experience: Construction: 2 + years (Preferred), Carpentry: 2 + years (Preferred)
Work Location: Chester County, PA, Delaware County, PA, New Castle County,DE
Benefits: Healthcare assistance, Competitive pay, Paid holidays, Paid vacation
Hours of Operation
Monday thru Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday: By Appointment
Sunday: Closed
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258 Wilmington Pike
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Areas We Serve
Pennsylvania
Bucks County
Chester County
Delaware County
Montgomery County
Delaware
New Castle County
Maryland
Cecil County
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