Punchout Associate

At Van Metre, we believe that each employee contributes directly to our growth, success, and culture. We seek out candidates who love to challenge themselves and work with others to fulfill this role. Van Metre is seeking a skilled Punchout Associate to support our Field Systems department with Van Metre Homes. 

As the Punchout Associate, you will execute detailed punchout and finish work to ensure homes meet Van Metre’s quality standards and are fully prepared for delivery, inspection, and customer experience.

Responsibilities: 

• Complete interior punchout tasks including drywall repair, caulking, paint touch-ups, and hardware adjustments
• Perform finish carpentry tasks such as baseboard, trim, and cabinetry repairs or replacements
• Complete final preparation work including screen installation, filter replacements, and visual polish of finishes
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and site presentation at all times
• Execute assigned punch list items with urgency, craftsmanship, and pride
• Adhere to Van Metre safety protocols and construction field procedures in all tasks

Success Metrics:

• Completion rate and quality of assigned punch items
• Accuracy and craftsmanship of finish work performed
• Adherence to schedule, safety protocols, and field procedures

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of residential construction or finish work experience preferred
• Proficient with hand tools and finish materials
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• Ability to travel between assigned job sites daily
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship

Work Environment  Physical Requirements

• Full-time, Mon–Fri; field-based with required travel between active job sites
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor residential construction environments
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb stairs, and lift materials up to 50 pounds and wear required PPE onsite
• Frequent use of hand tools, ladders, and finish repair equipment in varied site conditions

Who You Are: 

• Self-motivated and accountable, with a commitment to doing things right the first time
• Detail-oriented craftsman who takes pride in a job well done
• Flexible, collaborative team member who contributes to field excellence

Compensation and Benefits information: Van Metre offers excellent benefits, and a work environment that fosters and rewards excellence. We also promote work/life balance, including a robust Employee Wellness Program.  We encourage employees to make full use of vacation and other company-paid leave to refresh their bodies and minds.

• Salary: $25-$30 per hour (Pay is commensurate with experience, education, training, and skills)
• Paid Time Off: 11 paid holidays; 10 vacation days, 10 sick days, Two Volunteer Days off, Two Personal Days, Day off for Annual Physical, Day off for your Birthday; Comprehensive Parental and Bonding Leave
• Insurance Benefits: Medical and Dental Coverage through Cigna; Vision Coverage through EyeMed; Life, AD&D, Disability Insurance; Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Planning: Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan; access to retirement planning coaches
• Wellness: Annual Wellness Reimbursement of up to $900
• Professional Development: Tuition Reimbursement; company paid certifications, memberships, and licensures; mentoring programs; growth paths; regular performance evaluations and training opportunities
• Discounts: Rental and Van Metre Home purchase discounts; employee discount through Walker Title Company; employee discount through Intercoastal Mortgage

Van Metre Core Values

Integrity; Ownership; Respect and Dignity; Diversity and Inclusion; Teamwork; Community; Work/Life Balance                                                          

Van Metre Mission Statement

The mission of Van Metre Companies is to build and continually improve upon the storied reputation, earned over the years since the Company’s founding in 1955, of providing top quality homes, investment properties and services to our customers and clients. The Company’s emphasis on integrity, professionalism and philanthropy ingrained by our founder Albert G. Van Metre, Sr. has garnered trust and respect in the Washington, D.C. area and beyond. It is critical to our future that we maintain that reputation and assure that Van Metre Companies continues to excel in real estate development and construction and in the management of apartment, retail and office investment properties, as well as in the provision of mortgage and related services. It is the task of our dedicated, energetic, and involved professionals to advance our ability to set the benchmark for luxury living and refined commercial development. The capstone of our mission is to make the “Van Metre” signature an icon for elegant residential communities, and industry leading condominium and apartment communities, as well as Class A neighborhood retail centers and office developments.