Fading West exists to build thriving and connected communities by reimagining the construction industry. Our vision is to eliminate the housing crisis for the workforce and the communities they serve. Our mission is to create attainable, high-quality, architecturally interesting, diverse communities for the workforce. To accomplish this, we fully integrate design, development, manufacturing, and construction in a single LEAN value stream.

CORE VALUES

• We Care for People
• We Keep Our Promises
• We Hate Waste
• We Love Challenges
• We Simplify & Standardize
• We Excel & Outperform

OUR CULTURE

Strong Work Ethic, Fun, Learning, and Humility 

• Fading West employees:
  • do not need to be managed
  • consistently impress the team with their insights and output
  • are wicked smart but don’t take themselves too seriously
  • have a passion for the company’s success without ego or pride in ownership
  • are teachable, collaborative, and committed to continual learning, growth, and personal development

Problem-Solving in a Challenging, Changing, and Flexible Organization

• Fading West employees:
  • Challenge the norms and think outside the box
  • enjoy the excitement of figuring out the “how” that accomplishes the “what” we are trying to achieve

Manage Complexity and Simplify Systems

• Fading West employees:
  • enjoy managing complexity to create efficient systems and processes that reduce waste and increase simplicity

Strategic Visionary Thinking

• Fading West employees:
  • Help develop strategies to achieve the objectives of the business plan to maximize return and minimize risk

Relationships and Mission

• Fading West employees:
  • Place a high value on relationships
  • Are discerning, highly relational, people connectors
  • Promote and maintain Fading West’s core values and mission statement
  • Are inclusive and build a culture where difference and creativity are valued
  • Believe diversity drives innovation

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lead Construction Carpenter oversees and participates in the construction, installation, and repair of structures and fixtures made from wood and other materials. They provide guidance to carpentry teams on-site, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires leadership skills, advanced carpentry knowledge, and the ability to coordinate with various stakeholders. 

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: 

  • Assist the site superintendent in managing and delegating tasks to FWC carpenters and laborers while performing advanced carpentry work themselves? 
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine work requirements. 
  • Ensure adherence to project schedules and address potential delays. 
  • Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and other tradespeople to coordinate tasks and solve problems. 

  Carpentry Work: 

  • Perform advanced carpentry tasks, including framing of garages, sheds, decks, cabinets, doors, siding, roofing, drywall, and floor installation.  
  • Measure, cut, shape, and assemble materials with precision. 
  • Install structures such as walls, floors, windows, doors, stairs, and furniture as required by the project. 
  • Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently. 

  Team Supervision: 

  • Supervise, train, and mentor carpentry team members. 
  • Assign tasks and ensure efficient use of labor and materials. 
  • Conduct quality checks on work performed by team members. 
  • Promote and enforce safety standards, including OSHA compliance, and address safety concerns promptly. 

  Site Management: 

  • Monitor and maintain tools, equipment, and materials to ensure readiness and prevent downtime. 
  • Keep accurate records of work completed, materials used, and hours worked. 
  • Report progress and challenges to project managers. 
  • Assist in estimating labor and material costs for projects. 

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of carpentry experience, including 2 years in a leadership role. 

• Proven experience in residential, commercial, or industrial construction. 

• Advanced knowledge of carpentry techniques, materials, and tools. 

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics. 

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills. 

• Excellent communication and leadership abilities. 

• Physical stamina and strength to perform demanding tasks. 

• Valid driver’s license. 

• Any additional trade certifications are a plus. 

• This position is an in-person role
• Must be competent and comfortable in computer skills and navigate modern technology often (Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, etc)
• This role requires signing a confidentiality agreement
• May require a reference check that speaks to the positive character of the applicant
• May be regularly required to stand, sit, or walk for long periods of time, lift or carry more than 50 pounds, climb/balance on stairs or ladders, stoop, kneel, and crouch.

 Fading West rigorously adheres to Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, C.R.S. § 8-5-201(1)

BENEFITS SUMMARY
(Offered to all full-time employees (30+ hours/week))

• Health Benefits (Portion of monthly premiums paid by employer)
  • Medical (Cigna)
    • Choice Between two plans
      • High deductible plan with $3200 for individuals and $6200 for families w/ HSA
      • PPO Plan with $1500 deductible for individuals and $3500 for families
  • Direct Primary Care Medical Option
  • Dental (Delta Dental)
  • Vision (VSP)
• 401(K) (Fidelity)
  • 4% Employer Match
• Auxiliary Benefits
  • Long Term Disability (fully employee paid)
  • Life Insurance (fully employee paid)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health and Fitness Re-imbursement ($250 / year)
  • Local Gym Discount

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Vacation (2 weeks per year)
  • Personal days (6 days per year) 
  • Sick days 
  • Paid holidays
  • Supplemental Parental Leave (In addition to CO FAMLI Act) 

Fading West Development LLC and all its wholly owned subsidiaries
are equal opportunity employers