Careers
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We are delighted that you are seeking to embark on a new and fulfilling career with Kay Builders, the Lehigh Valley's premier residential construction company. Please submit an application using the form provided below on this page if you are interested in applying to any of our open positions.
Open Positions
Kay Builders is in search of experienced Punch Out Technicians - preparing new homes for settlement in the Lehigh Valley area.
The Punch Tech role is a full-time, on-site position based in Allentown, PA. This role is responsible for completing punch lists and final detail work on new homes to ensure they meet company standards before delivery to customers. Day-to-day tasks may include minor repairs, touch-ups, adjustments to fixtures, and verification that all work has been completed according to specifications and safety standards. The Punch Tech will coordinate with construction supervisors and subcontractors to resolve outstanding issues, document completed work, and communicate status updates. The role also involves maintaining tools and equipment, following company policies, and supporting a clean and safe job site.
Qualifications
• Ability to perform residential construction punch work, including minor carpentry, painting touch-ups, and basic repairs.
• Skills in troubleshooting and resolving common construction issues, with attention to detail and quality standards.
• Understanding of construction safety practices and willingness to follow all site safety guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to read and follow basic plans, work orders, and punch lists, with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with supervisors, trade partners, and team members.
• Reliability in on-site work, including consistent attendance, punctuality, and professional conduct.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to job sites in and around Allentown, PA.
• Previous experience in residential construction, maintenance, or a related trade is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is beneficial.
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental, Vision, & Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
Kay Builders | Allentown, PA (Lehigh Valley) | Full-time, In-Person
This is not a back-office admin role. If you have a few years of commercial construction or land development experience and want to grow into a project manager, this is the seat for it. You’ll see every side of a project, from zoning to pay apps, and we’ll invest in teaching you.
• Keep approvals moving. Track zoning, variances, land development and building permits; prepare submissions and manage resubmissions with municipalities and agencies.
• Support construction administration. Track RFIs, submittals, change orders, Invoices and punch lists; help prepare AIA pay applications (G702/G703, G701) and draw requests.
• Keep everyone informed. Maintain organized project files (plans, contracts, permits, approvals) and prepare concise status reports for ownership.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, or related field — or equivalent hands-on experience
• Working knowledge of construction documents, RFIs, submittals, change orders and pay applications
• Strong Excel skills; comfortable with scheduling software
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and persistent with follow-up — you don’t let things fall through the cracks
• Must live within commuting distance of Allentown, PA, relocation assistance is not offered
• Curious and coachable — you want to learn the development business, not just do a task list
• Exposure to land development, zoning, or municipal permitting in Pennsylvania
• Familiarity with AIA contract documents
• A clear growth path toward Assistant PM / Project Manager / Development Manager
• Stable, 60+ year family company with an active pipeline of residential and commercial projects