Highly Skilled Restoration Carpenter
Fenton, Missouri•Full-time
$25 - $45 hourly
$25 - $45 hourly
About the Job
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.
About Renaissance Historic Exteriors
Renaissance is a nationally recognized commercial and residential historical restoration company, specializing in traditional exterior historical building systems. Our craftsman work on roofing systems, structural and finish carpentry, masonry, architectural sheet metal and other historical systems not commonly found in current construction methods. Our clients include State Capitols, Churches, Universities, Libraries, Private Estates and properties of all types on the National Register of Historical Places. We have been awarded numerous local and national awards for our efforts. We have an industry leading safety program to protect our team members.