About Us
Dignan Construction, a growing residential remodeling company based on the NH Seacoast, is hiring for a Carpenter’s Assistant role.
The Role
We’re looking for a Carpenter’s Assistant who is eager to learn, takes pride in quality workmanship, and wants to build a long-term career in residential remodeling. Working alongside experienced carpenters, you’ll help bring high-end remodeling projects to life while developing your skills across all phases of construction. If you’re dependable, coachable, and passionate about the trades, we’d love to hear from you.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
- Health insurance (HRA)
- IRA with company match
- Annual boot and tool reimbursement program
- Spotify reimbursement
- Paid Time Off + Holidays
- Ongoing training and growth opportunities
- Company-provided computer and technology
What You’ll Do
- Support Lead Carpenters and carpentry teams in delivering exceptional remodeling projects
- Maintain clean, organized, and professional jobsites that homeowners can feel comfortable living alongside
- Pick up, deliver, organize, and stock materials, tools, and supplies
- Assist with demolition, carpentry, and project tasks as needed throughout all phases of construction
- Help ensure projects stay efficient, organized, and moving forward
- Learn from experienced craftspeople while developing your skills in residential remodeling
- NOTE: This is not a pure, full-on carpentry position. Most of your time will be spent helping keep our projects organized and efficient through cleanup, material handling, deliveries, and general job site support. But you’ll also have opportunities to work alongside experienced carpenters and learn the trade firsthand. If you’re looking for a foot in the door with a growing remodeling company and are willing to earn opportunities through hard work, reliability, and a positive attitude, we’d love to talk with you.
What We’re Looking For
- 1-2+ years of carpentry, construction, or related trade experience preferred
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Eagerness to learn and grow within the residential remodeling industry
- Ability to follow direction while working independently when needed
- Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
- Growth mindset—passionate about personal and professional growth and always looking for opportunities to learn
- Comfortable using technology, including smartphones and tablets
- Ability to safely lift and carry construction materials and work in a physically demanding environment
- Valid license and reliable transportation
- Must pass a background check and drug test
You’ll Thrive Here If…
- You enjoy working with your hands and take pride in building things the right way
- You show up on time, prepared, and ready to contribute every day
- You care about quality and notice the little details that others might miss
- You enjoy learning from experienced carpenters and are always looking to improve
- You’re coachable, humble, and receptive to feedback
- You maintain a positive attitude, even when the work is challenging
- You respect clients’ homes and understand the importance of professionalism on the job site
- You take ownership of your responsibilities and follow through on commitments
- You’re looking for a long-term opportunity to build a career—not just a job
- You want to be part of a team that values craftsmanship, integrity, continuous improvement, and taking care of its clients
To Apply
Apply directly through Indeed. We respond quickly to strong candidates. We recommend checking out our website before applying: www.dignanconstruction.com.
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Do you have reliable transportation and will you be able to commute to various job sites across the NH Seacoast?
- This role is approximately 75% job site support (cleanup, material handling, deliveries, organization) and 25% carpentry. Are you comfortable with that?
- This role regularly requires lifting, carrying, and moving construction materials, tools, and equipment. Are you able to perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation?
- Which best describes your experience?
- No experience, but eager to learn
- Less than 1 year
- 1–3 years
- 3+ years
- Which best describes you?
- I prefer clear direction and routine tasks
- I enjoy learning new skills and taking on more responsibility over time
- Employment with Dignan Construction is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check and drug screening. Are you willing to participate in these screenings?
- Why are you interested in this position?
- I understand that because we work inside occupied homes, smoking and vaping are not permitted during working hours, on customer properties, or in company vehicles.
Work Location: In person
