DUKE CUSTOMS FINE CARPENTRY IS HIRING
Finishing Carpenter – Not Your Average Crew
1. Position Overview
We’re not looking for “just another worker.”
We’re building a team of people who take ownership, move with purpose, and take pride in the final product.
At Duke Customs, we create high-end, custom interior spaces—and we expect the same level of precision and pride from the people who build them.
2. Key Responsibilities
- Build clean, precise finish carpentry—no shortcuts
- Read plans and execute without constant supervision
- Keep your workspace tight, organized, and professional
- Solve problems instead of pointing fingers
- Show up ready to work—every single day
3. Who You Are (The Candidate)
You don’t need someone watching over your shoulder.
You take responsibility, push yourself, and hold your work to a high standard.
You care about the result—not just the paycheck.
4. Core Traits
- Ownership mindset (you own your wins AND your mistakes)
- Strong work ethic—no coasting
- Integrity—your word means something
- Self-discipline—do the work whether you feel like it or not
- Problem-solver mentality
5. Required Knowledge & Skills
- Solid experience in finish carpentry
- Can read drawings and actually understand them
- Comfortable with tools—and know how to use them properly
- Attention to detail that most people don’t have
- Ability to work efficiently without sacrificing quality
6. Physical Requirements
- Can handle physical work—lifting, climbing, moving all day
- Comfortable on active job sites
- Not afraid of long days when the job demands it
7. What You’ll Be Doing
- Building custom interiors that stand out
- Taking ownership of your tasks—no babysitting required
- Pushing for progress every day (small wins add up)
- Fixing problems fast and properly
- Contributing to a team that actually wants to get better
8. Professional Standards
- Be on time. Not close—on time.
- Do what you say you’re going to do
- Respect the crew and the client
- No excuses—just results
- Represent Duke Customs like it matters (because it does)
9. What Success Looks Like (In Your Role)
- Your work speaks for itself—clean, sharp, dialed-in
- You don’t need reminders—you just handle it
- The team trusts you
- Jobs move forward because of you, not in spite of you
- You’re getting better every week
10. You’ll Fit This Role If You…
- Take pride in doing things right the first time
- Actually enjoy working hard
- Want to grow into a leader, not stay average
- Hold yourself to a higher standard than most people
- Like being part of a team that pushes each other
11. This Job is NOT for You If…
- You need constant direction or supervision
- You make excuses or blame others
- You cut corners when no one’s watching
- You’re okay with “good enough”
- You just want to punch a clock and go home
12. Why This Work Matters & Important Notes
We’re not here to throw together basic builds.
We create custom work that people notice—and that only happens when the team behind it actually cares.
At Duke Customs, ownership isn’t optional.
Integrity isn’t negotiable.
Work ethic isn’t something we teach—you bring it or you don’t.
How to Apply:
Send your resume and a short message explaining why you’re a fit to [email protected] or call 587-343-0240.
If you’ve got photos of your work, include them. We want to see what you’re capable of.
Bottom line:
If you want easy, this isn’t it.
If you want to build something you’re proud of—apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.46-$39.46 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
Work Location: In person
