Work for Golden Rule Builders
We’re Hiring!
We invite you to apply to work for GRB! Our vision at Golden Rule Builders is to make a positive impact in our community, and in the lives of our clients. This requires employment of a strong team with members who display the character and work ethics to which we are committed. We are committed to providing the highest level of service possible through fairness, honesty, and integrity.

Why Work for GRB?
- Short commute (local in Fauquier County)
- Stability – we’ve been in business since 1987
- Family Environment
- Competitive pay
- Company Vehicle & Tools (vehicle for Lead Carpenters
- only)
- Vacation & Holiday pay (23 days annually with tenure)
- Health Insurance & Retirement program
- Training opportunities with room to advance
Available Positions:
Skilled Carpenter
$24-$30/hour + Performance Bonuses
Ready to craft exquisite homes with northern Virginia’s most trusted builder? We’re seeking a skilled carpenter to join our team completing interior trim, cabinet installations, and custom residential projects. This growth-oriented position offers hands-on carpentry work plus opportunities to develop job site management skills alongside our experienced Lead Carpenters.
What we offer: Competitive salary, full benefits, company tools, health & dental insurance, retirement plan, and the chance to build lasting relationships while creating beautiful homes.
Lead Carpenter
$62,000-$90,000 + Performance Bonuses
Lead the creation of custom dream homes as our next Lead Carpenter! Manage 1-3 simultaneous projects while splitting your time between hands-on carpentry (50%) and supervising teams and trade contractors (50%). You’ll be the primary client contact, ensuring our 37-year tradition of trust and quality continues with every project.
What we offer: Competitive salary, company vehicle, full benefits package, tools provided, health & dental insurance, retirement plan, and the opportunity to lead projects that transform families’ lives.
- Skilled Carpenter to complete interior trim, cabinet installations, demo, light framing, and other construction tasks for custom residential construction projects.
- This position also assists the Lead Carpenter in supervising custom new homes and remodeling projects and does require some Job site management skills.
- Must have a good driving record, strong work ethic, ability to work well with others in a team environment, and a desire to learn and advance.
- Salary: $24 to $30 based on demonstrated skills and experience, plus potential for performance-based bonuses. Full benefits package including tools, vacation & holiday pay, health and dental insurance, and retirement plan.
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Lead Carpenter to manage 1 to 3 custom new home or remodel projects simultaneously, being the primary point of contact for the client while completing carpentry work and managing on-site activities of fellow employees and trade contractors.
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This position is expected to supervise approximately 50% of the time and wear a tool belt 50% of the time.
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Must have in-depth knowledge and experience of residential construction, a good driving record, strong work ethic, ability to work well with others in a team environment, and a desire to learn and advance.
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Salary: $62,000 to $90,000 based on demonstrated skills and experience, plus potential for performance-based bonuses. Full benefits package including a company vehicle, tools, vacation & holiday pay, health and dental insurance, and retirement plan.