Join the TR Design Build team!
Looking for a career in the residential and commercial construction and remodeling industry in the Cleveland area? You’ve come to the right place.
Residential and commercial construction and remodeling is a complex process, and that requires a wide variety of skills: Carpenters. Project specialists. Estimators. Tilers. Drywallers. Painters. Whether you’re a specialist or well-rounded professional, if you’re a team player and have a passion for excellence, we’d like to meet you!
TR Design Build, Inc. is based in Avon Lake, Ohio with a single, simple mission: to deliver exceptional customer experiences and create beautiful and functional spaces that exceed our client’s expectations.
We’re committed to attracting and retaining the best skilled remodeling professionals in the industry and provide ongoing training and support to ensure our team members can deliver the highest level of quality service to our clients.
Check out our available career opportunities. If you believe your background is a good fit, we encourage you to apply. Fill out the form below or send your résumé to info@totalrestorepro.com.
Open Positions
TR Design Build is looking to employ an experienced Lead carpenter to head a residential remodeling crew of 2-3.
Responsibilities
- Paint drywall, cabinets, trim, etc.
- Hanging and finishing drywall.
- Build/install cabinets.
- Install hardwood and various types of flooring.
- Install tile.
- Minor plumbing.
- Minor electric.
- Install vanities/countertops.
- Carpentry.
- Efficiently and effectively lead a remodeling crew.
- Stay on budget. If not, must have a good reason.
- Meet deadlines. If not, must have a good reason.
- Communicate with the account executive regarding job scope.
Personal Skills
- Strong communication skills.
- Strong soft skills. You will often have to interact with homeowners.
- Leader personality.
- Strong time management skills.
- Critical thinking.
Requirements
- 3 years of remodeling experience.
- Proven, strong residential remodeling skills.
- Strong construction safety knowledge.
- Be able to stand on your feet for 8 hours a day.
- Lift 60+ lbs.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
- No alcohol/drug dependencies. *Using drugs and drinking on/before the job is grounds for immediate dismissal*
Responsibilities
- Strive to achieve the highest levels of customer satisfaction with all customer interactions.
- Drive sales through maintaining relationships with existing clients and acquiring new clients.
- Continually analyze the sales process to refine and improve its success, and work with upper management to establish sales reporting framework.
- Be the primary contact with the client for residential/commercial remodeling projects.
- Explain our entire remodeling process to our client in a detailed manner.
- You will constantly be in contact with and handle all customer questions and objections/grievances.
- Meet with homeowners to inspect, scope and photograph projects.
- Provide and thoroughly explain all contracts to be signed by the homeowner.
- Create a precise and meticulous scope sheet from job assessments.
- Represent TR Design Build by attending shows and engaging in other marketing activities.
Ideal Candidate
- Prioritizes customer satisfaction
- Strong soft skills
- Highly personable, with the ability to quickly build relationships
- Strong communication skills
- Strong computer skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Self-motivated
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field
- Strong construction knowledge
- Previous sales experience is preferred
- Ability to lift to 60lbs
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and a reliable vehicle
- Able to pass a drug test
We Provide
- Job training
- Professional development
- Fantastic company culture and support
- PTO during holidays
We Need
- Individuals that work up to code and comply with all policies; this means no cutting corners regarding work, cleaning, safety, etc. Must show up in work uniform.
- Timely and proper communication with the project manager.
- Individuals must be able to lift a minimum of 75 lbs. without assistance. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Team players that also get along with others.
- Punctuality: you do not need to show up 30 minutes or an hour before work, simply a few minutes before.
- Individuals that are not dependent on recreational drugs or alcohol. Alcohol/recreational drug use during or before work will not be tolerated. Individuals must be able to pass a drug test.
- Individuals willing to learn and follow instructions; you MUST be able to follow the TR Design Build way.
- Individuals with reliable transportation to and from work.
- Individuals that can pass a background check.
- People familiar with OSHA guidelines, but not certified.
- Individuals with a clean driving record.
- People that are quick on their feet.
- Critical Thinking and problem solving.
Skilled Labor Contractor Duties
- Tile – Assist in the installation of all types of bathroom (shower floor/wall, bathroom wall/floor tile, etc.) and kitchen tiles (backsplash, etc.) and be able to properly grout.
- Demolition – Safely tear down and haul off materials.
- Hardware – Install cabinet and shower hardware, along with other types.
- Painting – Precisely tape, cover the floor and surrounding furniture, cut, use a roller/paintbrush/paint sprayer to paint walls, cabinets, trim, and all other surfaces.
- Minor Plumbing – Installing/replacing supply lines, faucets, toilets, drains, bathtubs, shut off valves, etc.
- Cabinets – Assemble (if needed) and properly install cabinetry.
- Flooring – Prepare subfloor, Installing floated or stapled flooring.
- Drywall – Measure, cut, and install drywall. Floating, sanding, finishing, and sometimes texturing drywall.
- Counters – Measure, cut, and install.
- Trim – Measure, cut, and install quarter round, shoe mold, baseboard, crown molding, and even wainscotting.
Our Company Culture
- Detail oriented - quality and precision focused.
- Customer centered.
- Outcome oriented.
- Respect for everyone and everything. Respect all customers/their homes, co-workers, vans, tools, equipment.
- Team oriented. Cooperative and collaborative.
- Stable with strong processes.
We Provide
- Fast/steady/on-time pay. We make sure you receive your pay without delay.
- Consistent work (An average work week will consist of 40-50hrs).
- A safe and friendly work environment with rules and regulations.
- Opportunity for growth and promotion.
- Job training and development. We are willing to help you sharpen and refine any job skills you might need! Please feel free to ask!
- Uniforms. Shirts and pants are provided. We will provide you with a $100 credit towards construction boots.
- Company vehicles which you will be using when on the clock.
- End of Year Bonus
- Paid Holidays
Responsibilities
- Estimate the labor, material, and time requirements of a project to compute the overall cost of a project.
- Create a separate, detailed, step-by-step estimate that will be presented/digested by our client.
- Monitor all addendums, scope changes, and breakouts to ensure they are incorporated into the estimate.
- Conduct research to obtain data on labor costs, materials, job times, etc. Will also be using the data from TR Design Build database.
- Track, measure and analyze your previous estimates; you will draw meaningful analytics and act upon the data accordingly.
- Create and present reports to upper management.
- Explore documentation to gain a deep understanding of the project requirements.
- Communicate with the account executive, and other team members, to obtain all necessary documentation, dimensions, and photos of a project; you must always stay in touch with others to see if there are any changes in the project scope.
- Visit or communicate with subcontractors, warehouses, vendors, architects, engineers, owners, and other venues as necessary to obtain a job cost.
Preferred Skills
- 2+ years of experience as a construction estimator. (should be 1+ year of estimating support)
- In-depth knowledge of construction and project management.
- Hands-on data with complex data research activities.
- Familiarity with estimator computer programs and Microsoft office.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- BA in data analytics/statistics, construction, construction science or similar relevant field.
Ideal Candidate
- Problem solver and a critical thinker. These will be vital for growth opportunities.
- Must be able to multi-task.
- Must respect deadlines.
- Must be punctual.
- This role is best for meticulous people. Estimates will be very thorough and technical.
- Comfortable with healthy conflict and be willing to defend your points. You will constantly be bouncing around ideas/solutions amongst co-workers to come to the best decision.
Apply Here
Please fill out the form below or send your résumé to info@totalrestorepro.com.











