Careers

NEW GREAT PEOPLE

We are always looking for great people to join our team at 1st Choice Builders. Even if you don’t see a particular position posted, we may be able to find a spot for you. Feel free to reach out to us if you have a passion for what you do and want to share your skills and talent. 

General Manager/Operations Manager

Build Your Future While Building Trust
At 1st Choice Builders, we deliver more than beautiful homes — we deliver peace of mind, quality, and trust. We’re scaling quickly and preparing for major growth, and we need a General Manager / Operations Manager who’s ready to step up, lead, and shape the next stage of our journey.

This role isn’t just about running operations — it’s about building a leadership career. You’ll be backed by a leadership mentor/HR consultant to help you grow as a manager, while you mentor and coach our project managers, designers, and carpenters.

Whether you’re an experienced leader in construction or an up-and-coming high-potential ready to step into your first big leadership role, this opportunity is about growing together.

What You’ll Do
*Oversee daily project operations: scheduling, quality, client satisfaction.
*Coach and mentor PMs, site leads, and designers toward SMART goal success.
*Build and roll out systems for estimating, scheduling, onboarding, and closeout.
*Take ownership of 2-week lookahead scheduling across all projects.
*Partner with ownership to free them from day-to-day coordination.
*Work directly with a leadership mentor to develop your own management skills.

What We’re Looking For
*Path 1: Experienced Leader – 7+ years in construction/remodeling leadership, proven ability to scale systems and lead teams.
*Path 2: High-Potential Up-and-Comer – 4–6 years in construction project management or site leadership, hungry for growth, ready to step into bigger shoes.
*Strong communicator, problem-solver, proactive decision-maker.
*Values-driven: Customers First, Quality with Speed, Take Control of the Outcome.

Why Join Us?
*Become the ‘right-hand’ of the owner in a growing company.
*Formal leadership mentoring provided (with HR consultant/coach).
*Competitive pay + performance incentives.
*Opportunity to shape culture and systems from the ground up.
*Work in the beautiful St. Croix River Valley community.

How to Apply
Send your resume to info (at) 1stChoiceBuildersMN.com and a short note telling us: Are you the proven leader who’s done this before, or the high-potential ready to take the leap? See our job posting on Indeed.

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $75,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
*401(k)
*Dental insurance
*Health insurance
*Paid time off
*Vision insurance

Skilled Carpenter

Full-time | $25-38/hr | Lakeland, MN

We are looking for qualified, skilled carpenters to work on our residential remodeling and custom home building projects. If you love building beautiful homes, working with a solid team, and ending the day feeling proud of your work — let’s talk!

Our ideal candidate is a motivated carpenter with a hard-working attitude, who has experience with all aspects of residential construction, who can take direction, and wants to get the job done right! 

At 1st Choice Builders, we don’t just build and remodel homes—we create spaces where families live, grow, and make memories. We’re a close-knit, fun, and caring team that takes pride in our craftsmanship and values the people we work with. If you’re a skilled carpenter who wants to do meaningful work, grow your career, and enjoy the process along the way, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do
Work on a variety of residential remodeling and custom home building projects—no two days are ever the same.
Use your carpentry skills in framing, finish work, cabinet installation, decks, windows, doors, and more.
Take on a mix of hands-on work and opportunities to learn new skills alongside a supportive team.
Play a role in projects that homeowners will appreciate for decades.

What We’re Looking For
Proven carpentry experience (3+ years preferred in residential construction).
Solid knowledge of tools, drawings, and building techniques.
Attention to detail, safety, and quality—you take pride in doing things right.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Reliable transportation and valid drivers license. 

Why You’ll Love Working Here
*Competitive pay: $25–38/hr depending on experience.
*Benefits package: medical, dental, short-term disability, and accident insurance.
*Tools provided—so you can focus on your craft.
*A company that cares: We invest in our people and treat our employees like family.
*Fun, supportive culture: We work hard, laugh often, and celebrate wins together.
*Opportunities to grow: Be part of a company on the rise, where your voice matters.
If you want more than just a job—if you want to be part of a company that values craftsmanship, people, and trust—this is the place for you.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 – $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
*401(k)
*Dental insurance
*Health insurance
*Paid time off
*Tools provided

We are a small company so we want to make sure that your personality and skill-level are the right fit for the company. We put a lot of value in our employees and customers, and have built our business on quality carpentry work and good relationships. 
Apply on Indeed or via email at info(at)1stchoicebuildersmn.com.

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