Work at a company with deep roots and strong values.
As a company with history and deep roots in Pittsburgh, relationships are central to our culture—and this starts with our team. This is the perfect place to grow with a solid foundation and commitment toward doing things the right way. We’re proud of the benefits package we offer, including competitive pay, paid time off, medical insurance, a 401K plan, and the opportunity to advance in your career while being part of a great team.
Skilled Laborer
Build with purpose. Work with pride. Support our construction teams through every phase of the project while helping deliver beautiful homes safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
1. Assist construction personnel with a variety of tasks such as cleaning, hauling, digging, loading and unloading trucks, and moving materials and tools
2. Expedite timely completion of assigned work to maintain schedule and budget goals
3. Perform work safely and follow all company rules and procedures
requirements
1. Ability to perform work according to J. Francis Company standards
2. Good communication skills
3. The ability to read, understand, and follow detailed written directions
4. The ability to listen to, understand, and follow detailed verbal directions
5. Neat, clean appearance; employees are provided company t-shirts
6. Reliable vehicle
7. Ability to be on time and work an 8 hour schedule
8. Forty hour work week, overtime possible
9. Ability to perform physically demanding work on a consistent basis, including lifting 100 pounds
10. Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and good driving record
11. Must clear a Pennsylvania State Police criminal background check and drug test
responsibilities
1. Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites
2. Operate company vehicles to pick-up materials, and/or haul demo’d materials to dump sites
3. Assist field personnel (carpenters, electricians, plumbers, etc) as directed depending on abilities
4. Follow all J. Francis Company rules, policies, and standards
5. Miscellaneous other duties as required and assigned
tools/equipment required
• Basic hand tools (depending on level of skill)
• Safety equipment including safety goggles, gloves, steel toe shoes
compensation
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Hourly rate increases with experience and abilities; skilled laborers earn a higher hourly rate, based on skills, abilities, and experience.
Compensation package includes, wages, 8 Paid Holidays, 12 PTOs (Paid Time Off for sick days and vacation) to start, Health Care coverage, including Disability, Dental, and Vision insurance with co-pays, along with mileage reimbursement, company-provided cell phone and uniforms, a 401(k) plan with up to a 4% annual match, and steady, year-round employment.
Carpenter
Bring craftsmanship and pride to every project. We're looking for an experienced Carpenter who combines expert technical skills with strong leadership, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering exceptional work. You'll be a trusted member of the team, helping build beautiful spaces while mentoring others and maintaining the high standards our clients expect.
1. Perform rough and finish carpentry at the highest level of proficiency as required.
2. Facilitate successful completion of residential remodeling projects ranging in value from $2,000 to $500,000; successful completion means coming in on time, on budget, and to company standards.
3. Ensure jobsite safety, protection, and maintenance of company tools, and enforce company standards and jobsite rules.
requirements
1. Minimum five years of full-time experience as a production carpenter completing both rough and finish carpentry, and management and supervisory responsibilities running crews.
2. Effective communication (non-verbal, verbal, and written), job coordination, supervisory, organization, and management skills.
3. Excellent problem-solving abilities, be a multi-tasker and decision maker, and have a strong aptitude in math.
4. Ability to read blueprints, do accurate material takeoffs, and understand/predict job phases.
5. Experienced, hands-on, working knowledge of construction methods and techniques, building codes, and finish products common to residential and commercial remodeling.
6. Must have a working knowledge of related building trades including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
7. The ability to interact and communicate appropriately with your supervisor(s), crew, subcontractors, and the customer.
8. Ability to perform physically demanding work on a consistent basis, including lifting 100 pounds or more.
9. Must be willing to be a team player; learn, follow, and enforce company policies and standards; suggest innovations; work alone; embrace new duties and responsibilities; be customer service oriented; and willing to teach and mentor others.
10. Be punctual, loyal, safety and goal oriented, organized and detail oriented, and have good personal appearance and habits.
11. Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and reliable work vehicle.
responsibilities
1. Read and interpret paperwork, including plans and specifications, estimate details, purchase orders, change orders, subcontractor work orders, and cost updates.
2. Bring questions, discrepancies, and unusual conditions to the attention of the Production Manager (or designee) via verbal and written reports.
3. Provide for job-site safety for the customer, employees, and subcontractors. Inspect all equipment for proper safety features and correct unsafe conditions.
4. Maintain discipline of employees and subcontractors on the job including enforcement of company standards for clothing, language, respect of others, etc.
5. Responsible for all company tools, equipment, and materials on your job.
6. Understand and facilitate application of the J. Francis Company Core Values: Caring / Competence / Integrity / Respect / Timeliness
tools/equipment required
• Generally, except for hand tools, tools are provided on jobs by the contractor.
• Some employees prefer to use their own tools.
• Must have a reliable, appropriate work vehicle.
compensation
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
Compensation package includes, wages, 8 Paid Holidays, 12 PTOs (Paid Time Off for sick days and vacation) to start, Health Care coverage, including Disability, Dental, and Vision insurance with co-pays, along with mileage reimbursement, a $100 monthly truck and tool allowance, company-provided cell phone and uniforms, a 401(k) plan with up to a 4% annual match, and steady, year-round employment.
Lead Carpenter
Exciting Opportunity! Join our team and receive a $2,000 signing bonus as part of our welcome package! This role offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and a dynamic work environment.
Lead with craftsmanship. Build with purpose. As a Lead Carpenter, you'll be the trusted leader on the jobsite—guiding crews, mentoring skilled tradespeople, collaborating with homeowners, and ensuring every renovation reflects the quality, care, and attention to detail that define J. Francis Company.
1. Perform rough and finish carpentry at the highest level of proficiency as required.
2. Supervise laborers, apprentice carpenters, carpenters, and subcontractors; both employees and subcontractors; including other trades. Participate in performance reviews as requested.
3. Make work assignments, monitor quality, and motivate workers. Must command respect of the work crew.
4. Facilitate successful completion of residential remodeling projects ranging in value from $2,000 to $500,000; successful completion means coming in on time, on budget, and to company standards.
5. Ensure jobsite safety, protection, and maintenance of company tools, and enforce company standards and jobsite rules.
6. Participate in meetings, maintain regular client contact for duration of projects, and assist with requested cost updates.
7. Train and teach our Carpenters and Apprentice Carpenters.
requirements
1. Minimum six years of full-time experience as a production carpenter completing both rough and finish carpentry, and management and supervisory responsibilities running crews.
2. Effective communication (non-verbal, verbal, and written), job coordination, supervisory, organization, and management skills.
3. Excellent problem solving abilities, be a multi-tasker and decision maker, and a strong aptitude in math.
4. Ability to read blueprints, do accurate material takeoffs, and understand/predict job phases.
5. Experienced, hands-on, working knowledge of construction methods and techniques, building codes, and finish products common to residential remodeling.
6. Must have a working knowledge of related building trades including plumbing, electrical, & HVAC trades.
7. The ability to interact and communicate appropriately with your supervisor(s), crew, subcontractors, vendors, and the customer.
8. Ability to perform physically demanding work on a consistent basis, including lifting 100 pounds or more.
9. Must be willing to be a team player; learn, follow, and enforce company policies and standards; suggest innovations; work alone; embrace new duties and responsibilities; be customer service oriented; and willing to teach and mentor others.
10. Be punctual, loyal, safety and goal oriented, organized and detail oriented, and have good personal appearance and habits.
11. Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and reliable work vehicle.
responsibilities
1. Read and interpret paperwork, including plans and specifications, estimate details, purchase orders, change orders, subcontractor work orders, and cost updates. Bring questions, discrepancies, and unusual conditions to the attention of the Production Manager (or designee) via verbal and written reports.
2. Understand the scope of the work and discuss all requests for additional work with the Production Manager.
3. Understand and assist with cost update procedures.
4. Participate in pre-construction meetings, jobsite meetings, and inspections.
5. Maintain a project’s field file including: drawings and plans, specifications, cost codes, project notes and communications, daily job logs, timecards, and other production-related paperwork.
6. The Lead Carpenter should be capable of handling confidential information and situations.
7. Request help as required, anticipating the need for additional carpenters so that they can be scheduled in a timely fashion.
8. Responsible for reporting late employees and subcontractors, discipline problems, problems with schedules, and for keeping the Production Manager informed of the job’s status. The Lead Carpenter will normally interact in person with their Production contact on a daily basis by 4 pm.
9. Order materials and coordinate subcontractors. You must plan for timely material delivery and subcontractor start dates.
10. Responsible to start-of-day procedures including organizing and assigning tasks, reporting conditions to the Office Manager, and planning ahead for necessary tools and materials. The Lead Carpenter will be at a job-site allowing workers to produce work starting at 7:30 am.
11. Responsible for end-of-day procedures, such as clean-up, weather protection and security. The Lead Carpenter is generally the last worker to leave a job site.
12. Provide for job-site safety for the customer, employees, and subcontractors. Inspect all equipment for proper safety features and correct unsafe conditions.
13. Maintain discipline of employees and subcontractors on the job including enforcement of company standards for clothing, language, respect of others, etc.
14. Responsible for all company tools, equipment, and materials on your job.
15. Understand and facilitate application of the J. Francis Company Core Values: Caring / Competence / Integrity / Respect / Timeliness
16. Miscellaneous other duties as required
tools/equipment required
• Generally, except for hand tools, tools are provided on jobs by the contractor.
• Some employees prefer to use their own tools.
• Must have a reliable, appropriate work vehicle.
compensation
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
Compensation package includes, wages, 8 Paid Holidays, 12 PTOs (Paid Time Off for sick days and vacation) to start, Health Care coverage, including Disability, Dental, and Vision insurance with co-pays, along with mileage reimbursement, a $100 monthly truck and tool allowance, company-provided cell phone and uniforms, a 401(k) plan with up to a 4% annual match, and steady, year-round employment.
Our Benefits
Work hours: Monday–Friday / 7:30-4:00
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
8 paid holidays
12 days of paid time off to start
401(k) with an annual match
Tool allowance (based on role)
Referral program
Mileage reimbursement
