Employment Opportunities

Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. embodies a philosophy of team spirit in the execution of our duties. We also strive to provide an environment that allows all employees to grow within the company to the limits of their abilities and/or desires. Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. is always looking for qualified Foreman Carpenters, Carpenters, Painters, and Laborers to work with us. We require all employees to have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. In addition to competitive wages, we offer our employees the following benefits:

401(k) – Profit-Sharing Plan
Employees of Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. are eligible to contribute to the 401(k) plan after one full year of employment. Open enrollment is in June.
Healthcare Insurance
Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. pays 50% of employees healthcare plans after 60 days of employment.
Short Term Disability Insurance
Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. offers Short Term Injury insurance at a minimal cost to the employee.
Tool Programs
Employees of Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. can purchase job-related tools from our vendors through interest-free payroll deduction. In addition, Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. will maintain, repair or replace tools worn out on our job sites.

Safety Incentive
Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. pays a cash bonus up to $300.00 for years with no lost time injuries.

Work Vehicle Reimbursement
Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. will pay employees for displaying company magnetic signs and driving with headlights on during daylight hours.

Mileage Reimbursement
Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. will reimburse employees for mileage incurred while working on company job sites.

Vacation Pay
Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. pays one week after one continuous year of employment, two weeks after five years of continuous employment, and three weeks after ten years of continuous employment.
Holiday Pay
Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. pays five holidays after six months of continuous employment.

Employee Savings Plan
Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. has an employee savings plan available at Carolina First Bank

Job Training
Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. provides various training opportunities for its employees through monthly staff meetings and other training arrangements.

Bootjack and Cintas Work Shoes
Employees may purchase work boots/shoes on our Bootjack or Cintas account and pay through interest-free payroll deductions.

Note: Conditions may apply to the above benefits. Contact us for full details.

If you would like to apply for a position at Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc., please send an email or mail in a cover letter and resume attached.

Please send your cover letter and resume in via email to [email protected] or mail to us at:

Human Resources
Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc.
P.O. Box 1101
Charleston, SC 29402-1101

Please include the following information on your resume or cover letter:

  • Former Employers, with phone numbers

  • Years of experience

  • Any degree or license that you have acquired

  • Years and type of education

  • Featured projects

  • At least three references

  • Place of residence

  • Numbers where you can be contacted

  • E-mail address (if applicable)

Please note: You will not be able to start work without a valid driver’s license and Social Security card.

Safety Policy

Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. is committed to safety as a primary business tenet.

There are three key points to our policy:

  1. Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. requires that all job sites and employees be drug and alcohol-free during work hours.
  2. Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. will provide the tools, equipment, and training necessary for the safe execution of our work.
  3. Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. authorizes each and every employee to take action to prevent accidents by stopping unsafe activities and reporting them to their supervisor.

Safety Incentive
Palmetto Craftsmen, Inc. pays a cash bonus for years with no lost-time injuries.