Carpenter — Doors, Frames & Hardware Installer

About this role

Experienced commercial doors, frames, and hardware installer needed in Colorado Springs, CO. This is a full-time, hard-working role for someone who knows commercial doors, can read plans and templates, and takes pride in a clean, finished installation. You will work across multiple job sites and in the shop, following project sequencing and daily pre-task plans. The right candidate is motivated, detail-oriented, and a team player. Expect to use hand and power tools, perform basic welding and frame prep, handle prefinished doors without damaging them, and install a range of locks, hinges, and hardware to project specifications. Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to several job sites in one day are required.

What you'll do

• • Install commercial doors, metal frames, and hardware from plans, templates, and manufacturer literature
• • Prepare and weld door frames as needed; perform frame prep and alignment
• • Handle and hang prefinished doors carefully; patch dents/dings with Bondo or similar products
• • Read and interpret drawings, plan details, and manufacturer instructions on each opening
• • Create and follow daily pre-task plans and shop sequencing to meet project schedules
• • Travel between multiple job sites in a single day and maintain clean, safe jobsite conditions

What we're looking for

• • 3+ years’ experience installing commercial doors, frames, and hardware (required)
• • Able to read drawings, templates, and plan details; follow manufacturer literature
• • Proficient with hand tools, battery-powered drills, and basic welding for frame prep
• • Strong attention to finish—avoid scratches, over-tightening, and damage to prefinished doors
• • Reliable transportation to travel to multiple Colorado Springs job sites per day
• • Self-motivated, punctual, able to work as part of a crew and follow shop sequencing/workflow

Qualifications

• • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for daily travel
• • OSHA 10 (or site safety training) preferred
• • Basic welding experience or certification preferred
• • Able to lift and carry heavy materials and work on ladders/scaffolding
• • English required; Spanish or other language skills are a plus

What we offer

• • Full-time, 40 hours per week
• • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• • Life insurance coverage
• • Paid time off (PTO)
• • 401(k) with employer match

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