BUILD MONTANA
We love creating fulfilling lifestyles, connected communities, and lasting legacies. Our passion is quality craftsmanship and construction that lasts for generations. You love living in the mountains. You want to leave your mark with built-to-last projects you're proud of. We bring this sense of pride to each one of our projects. Help us inspire greatness in custom craftsmanship and a true connectedness to place.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
Blue Ribbon Builders lives, works, and builds by our core values. We believe in doing great work, building strong relationships, doing the right thing, and investing in our people — investing in you. For over forty five years, our approach has always been “quality and integrity” — easy to say, but harder to accomplish. And that’s what we do differently, every day.
About Us
Blue Ribbon Builders combines proven artisanship and superior service to build environments that elevate quality of life. Our roots run deep in this community, and in the natural landscapes around us.
WHAT WE OFFER & WHAT TO EXPECT
Blue Ribbon Builders is proud to offer competitive benefits, a great work environment, and opportunities to grow your skills and career.
Great schedules — our teams work four 10's during Spring/Summer and five 8's in the Winter.
Medical benefit is 100% covered by company. Dental, Vision, & Voluntary Life is offered. Confidential and free Employee Assistance Program resources are available.
100% company-paid Life Insurance/AD&D.
3% non-matching 401(k) contribution (employees do not need to match in order to receive this benefit) and additional % as discretionary profit sharing for enrollees.
Excellent PTO benefits - Earn paid time off for each hour worked. Earn more time off the longer you're employed.
Housing options for those who work with us in the most scenic area of town.
95% of our work is in Big Sky so we provide miscellaneous pay for commuting from Bozeman.
Our Tool Loan program provides interest-free loans to purchase tools & we've partnered up with local vendors for employee discounts.
Miscellaneous annual perks for birthday and work anniversaries. Company events such as campouts, skijoring, golfing, crew lunches, holiday parties, & more!
LEARN WHILE YOU EARN
BUILDING YOUR CAREER
Professional Development with Blue Ribbon Builders
We believe in investing in our people — and we want to help you succeed. Blue Ribbon Builders offers ongoing opportunities to develop new and deeper skills, growing your confidence alongside your capabilities. Whether you want to expand your knowledge or advance your career, we’re here to support your journey.
Internship Training Program
- Summer internships for individuals pursuing a college or trade school degree in construction management or carpentry.
- Partner with a mentor to apply your classroom studies through practical, hands-on knowledge in the field and the office.
Apprentice Training Program
- Learn the construction trade or deepen your carpentry skills from experts in the field.
- Complete coursework alongside structured, on-the-job training and earn as you learn.
Project Engineer — Rotational Management Training
- Gain Trade Expertise, Field Supervision, and Project Management training in rotational positions
- Accelerate your career growth and advance toward a role as Project Manager or Superintendent.
Continuing Education and Skills Development Training
- Develop expertise in a specific area while working in your current position with convenient continuing ed and training opportunities.
- Elevate your skillset, gain leadership expertise, or earn credits toward advanced certifications.
CURRENT POSITIONS
We are now accepting applications for qualified candidates with a strong work ethic and a team mindset. Whether you have a background in the trade or you’re ready to learn, there’s a place — and a path — for you.
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An Apprentice Carpenter must have the skills and knowledge to operate all hand tools, power tools and construction equipment. They must understand the materials and procedures for general building techniques and perform work necessary for framing, siding, concrete, door and window installation, etc. with limited to no supervision. In addition, the Apprentice Carpenter will be required to assist Journeyman Carpenters in advanced building techniques.
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A Journeyman Carpenter must have the skills and knowledge to operate all hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment. They must be able to understand the materials and procedures for advanced building techniques and perform all carpentry work necessary for custom residential construction from breaking ground to punch list completion. A Journeyman Carpenter must be capable of leading and developing a crew of Apprentice Carpenters and Carpenter Trainee.
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Lead Carpenter’s/Foremen must be capable of leading and developing a crew of 5-15 carpenters, frequently split between multiple tasks.
A Lead Carpenter’s/Foremen must be able to understand the materials and procedures for advanced building techniques and perform all carpentry work necessary for custom residential construction from breaking ground to punch list completion including proper planning and productivity management. A Lead Carpenter’s/Foremen must be capable of leading and developing a crew of 5-15, Journeyman, Apprentice Carpenters and carpenters, frequently split between multiple tasks.
Lead Carpenters/Foremen are responsible for assisting the superintendent as needed. In the superintendent’s absence, they will be responsible for conducting regular safety meetings and carrying out company safety policies.
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Superintendents must have the ability to run jobs, small and large, read blueprints, order materials, motivate crews, conduct general meetings and safety meetings, train new employees, and follow/uphold company safety rules. Duties include consulting with PM and subcontractors on design issues and/or change directives. Superintendents are responsible for conducting weekly safety meetings and the implementation of company safety policies.
Superintendents are responsible for management of the job site. Management responsibilities include keeping abreast of crew and employee challenges and successes, ensuring job site efficiency while mandating safety, and upholding employee morale. Superintendents are also responsible for enforcing scheduled hours of work for their crew.
The Superintendent position is a blended role. This position is a “bags on” field leadership position. The Superintendent must be a Journeyman Carpenter; therefore, following the required skills and abilities of a Journeyman Carpenter and the below requirements of the leadership role. Please refer to the attached Journeyman Carpenter Job Description for detailed expectations of that role which are also expectations of this role.
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3 Major Rotations, Each 6 - 24 Months in Length
Trade Expertise Rotation: In the trade expertise rotation, you are assigned to a project in the field. The goal is to experience the complete construction process from start to finish while learning journeyman carpentry skills and developing an understanding of the other trades. This rotation will vary greatly in length depending on the candidate’s prior construction experience.
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Trade Expertise Development:
In the Trade Expertise Development portion of the Internship, you are assigned to a project in the field. The goal is to experience the construction process while beginning to learn the Journeyman carpentry skills and developing an understanding of the other trades. This rotation will run the duration of the summer with continued part-time work available throughout the school year.
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The Project Manager is responsible for managing, coordinating, and administering all aspects of assigned projects from sales, estimating and bidding process through to project completion. The role will also include assisting in business development by attending community events and supporting communications and presentations to customers as well as other business development activities.