Lighthaus Careers

Lead Carpenter

Lighthaus Built is looking for a Lead Carpenter to join our growing team.

We specialize in high-end residential renovations and custom home building in Toronto. We work directly with homeowners and value the relationships we build with them, so we’re looking for someone who is not only skilled in the trade but also empathetic, communicative, and professional.

We're a small company led by carpenters. Both owners started their careers on the tools, so we understand what it takes to build a quality home—and how important it is to support the people doing the work.

That’s why we’ve built a company that respects your time:

✔️ No overtime
✔️ No weekends
✔️ No holidays

We're also family-friendly: John and Dave each have kids, so we know how important work-life balance is. You’ll be expected to lead on-site—but not miss dinner at home.

We also value growth and education. Whether you're expanding your skills on your own or through formal courses, we’re committed to investing in you.

Your Role:

As a Lead Carpenter, you will work closely with the Site Supervisor to execute the scope of work. You’ll be responsible for:

  • Interpreting and executing construction plans and details

  • Leading carpenters and apprentices on-site

  • Teaching and mentoring junior team members

  • Upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship

You Must Have:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in high-end residential renovations or custom home building

  • A strong understanding of construction sequencing and quality control

  • The ability to think ahead, problem-solve, and adapt to older, out-of-square structures

You Must Be Able To:

  • Layout and form/strip footings

  • Hand cut roofs

  • Layout floors and walls to plan, adjusting for existing conditions

  • Handle and install small quantities of structural steel (no welding required)

  • Layout and build temporary and permanent stairs to code

  • Properly install air/vapour barriers, exterior insulation, cladding, and flashing

  • Hang doors from scratch (not pre-hung)

  • Install trim including baseboard, casing, crown moulding, and paneling

  • Frame and finish exterior decks, porches, and railings

Let’s work together.

If you're an experienced site lead who’s ready to join a company that values quality, respect, and balance, we’d love to hear from you.