Skilled Craftsperson

Knickerbocker Group is seeking additional year-round skilled craftspeople to work under the direction of the Production Supervisor in our fabrication facility in Wiscasset. These individuals will be responsible for accurately and efficiently preparing and assembling the building components for our line of prefabricated homes.

While we are seeking individuals with well-rounded carpentry and home building skills, we also encourage those with strong framing or electrical experience to apply. 

Primary responsibilities include:

• operating various hand tools, power tools and equipment used to complete carpentry duties including:
  • circular saw
  • table saw
  • router
  • pneumatic nail gun (roofing, framing and finish work)
  • drills
  • other tools needed for measuring, cutting, fastening, and drilling
• framing, laying out and building floors.
• preparing, laying out and building walls.
• laying out, running, and installing electrical lines.
• laying out, running, and installing plumbing supply, waste and vent lines and installs plumbing fixtures according to code.
• installing and preparing drywall for finish tape, mud, and texture.
• installing insulation.
• completing roof construction, decking, flashing, and shingling.
• building and installing trim work, cabinetry and or finish cabinetry.
• installing siding, windows, and doors.
• painting interior and exterior of homes.
• keeping work area neat and clean.
• assisting with material and inventory management as needed.

The ideal candidate has:

• a high school diploma or the equivalent.
• basic understanding of the construction process is competent with basic power tools.
• experience with a wide variety of construction materials.
• basic understanding of plumbing and electrical required; plumbing experience preferred.
• excellent attention to detail.
• strong communication and teamwork skills.
• the ability to trouble shoot problem solve and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• the ability to interpret construction drawings/ sketches/ shop drawings/ specifications/ product data preferred.

Knickerbocker Group is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance with employee premiums paid by the Company.
• Health savings account (HSA) eligible plan option.
• 401K employer sponsored retirement plan options, with 3% employer contribution.
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, at no expense, with the option to enroll in supplemental life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Generous Parental Leave policy.
• Generous Continuing Education and Professional Licensing Reimbursement policy.
• Employer sponsored pet insurance.
• Workplace flexibility.

CULTURE

As a 100% employee-owned company, we strive for balance. We value spending time with our families, being active in our communities, and celebrating all Maine has to offer. Knickerbocker Group has repeatedly been recognized as a Best Place to Work in Maine and as both Best Architect and Best Builder in Maine by Down East magazine. We've received awards from top industry organizations such as Maine AIA and New England IIDA.

We like to work hard and play hard too. If you’re excited to join a team of amazing people who work together on top-tier residential and commercial projects, you’ve come to the right place!

ABOUT KNICKERBOCKER GROUP

Knickerbocker Group is an employee-owned (ESOP), award-winning design-build firm offering architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, and construction services for custom homes and commercial spaces throughout Maine. With offices in Boothbay and Portland, we are a group of inspired collaborators who are committed to craft and creativity, from design to implementation in the field. Our work is renowned for its rooted-in-Maine quality and recognized nationally. Our employee-owners are fueled by continuous learning, interdisciplinary brainstorming (e.g., designer+mason+carpenter), and passion for fine-tuning the design-build process. With 45 years of experience, we seamlessly provide the highest level of product and service to our clients. We offer workplace flexibility, while also maintaining a fun, dynamic environment where team members are enabled to listen, share, detail, innovate, and create impactful work.

Knickerbocker Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.