Experienced Carpenter – Historic Restoration
- St. Louis Metro | Some Travel Required.
- Renaissance Historic Exteriors.
We are hiring a skilled carpenter with historic restoration or high-end finish carpentry experience.
This is not standard construction — we restore and replicate historic architectural details with precision.
What You’ll Do:
- Restore windows, trim, siding, and wood structures.
- Perform custom millwork & detail replication.
- Execute high-end finish carpentry.
- Use traditional methods (mortise & tenon, etc.).
Requirements:
- 5+ years carpentry experience.
- Strong finish carpentry skills.
- Ability to produce detailed, high-quality work.
Preferred:
- Historic restoration experience.
- Window restoration / millwork / cabinetry.
- Traditional joinery or timber framing.
Labor Law & Compliance Statement (IMPORTANT):
We comply with all applicable federal, Missouri, and Illinois labor laws, including but not limited to:
Wages & Pay:
- Employees will be paid at least state minimum wage (currently ~$15/hr in both MO & IL).
- Overtime is paid at time-and-a-half after 40 hours/week.
- Prevailing wage laws apply on public works projects and will be followed where required.
Worker Classification:
- Workers will be properly classified as employees or independent contractors in compliance with Illinois and Missouri law.
- We do not misclassify workers to avoid wages or benefits (strictly enforced in IL construction industry).
Payroll & Final Pay:
- Employees will receive timely and complete wage payments.
- Final paychecks will be issued in accordance with Missouri and Illinois law.
Workplace Rights:
- Equal pay for equal work regardless of gender or protected status.
- Compliance with anti-discrimination and workplace protection laws.
- Employees have the right to report wage concerns without retaliation.
Safety:
- All work performed in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Proper safety practices, tools, and jobsite procedures are required.
Public Works (If Applicable):
- Projects funded by government entities will follow prevailing wage requirements, including wages and benefits set by county classification
Why Work With Us:
- Work on historic, meaningful structures — not production builds.
- Be part of a team that values craftsmanship over speed.
- Long-term, steady work with growth opportunities.