Carpenter

Nassal; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Safety-focused environment

Certifications

Job summary

The Nassal Company in Orlando is seeking a Cabinet Grade Carpenter to construct and finish high-quality cabinetry and wood components for themed environments. You will read blueprints, interpret shop drawings, and work to strict quality standards.

You will operate saws, planers, routers and drill presses, ensuring accurate measurements, precise fits, and clean finishes. A strong commitment to safety and collaboration with leads and other departments is essential.

Qualifications

• Cabinet-grade carpentry skills required.
• Ability to read blueprints/shop drawings is required.
• Prior professional woodworking/cabinetry experience required.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety regulations, PPE requirements, and shop procedures.
• Build cabinetry and other woodworking projects according to drawings and production requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and project specifications.
• Measure, cut, assemble, fit, sand, and finish wood components with standard tools.

Skills

Cabinetmaking

Blueprint reading

Woodworking machinery

Hand tools

Team communication

Tools

Saws

Planers

Routers

Drill presses

Layout tools

Job description

The Cabinet Grade Carpenter is responsible for constructing, assembling, fitting, and finishing high-quality cabinetry, custom wood components, furniture elements, scenic structures, and specialty woodworking projects within the Carpentry Department.

This role supports production by accurately reading blueprints, shop drawings, and project specifications, then building work to required quality standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow all safety regulations, PPE requirements, and shop procedures.
• Build cabinetry and other woodworking-related projects according to shop drawings, blueprints, and production requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, project specifications, cut lists, and written/verbal work instructions.
• Measure, cut, assemble, fit, sand, and finish wood components using standard and precision tools.
• Use measurement tools such as tape measures, calipers, levels, and related layout tools.
• Operate woodworking machinery such as saws, planers, routers, drill presses, and related shop equipment safely and effectively.
• Inspect work throughout the construction process to ensure fit, finish, quality, and adherence to design standards.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas while following shop procedures, PPE requirements, and safety standards.
• Coordinate with leads, foremen, CNC, and other departments to support production deadlines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication; strong reporting and listening skills.
• Decision Making/Judgment: Recognizes problems and responds, systematically gathers information, sorts through complex issues, seeks input from others, addresses root cause of issues, makes timely decisions, can make difficult decisions, uses consensus, when possible, communicates decisions to others.
• Dependability: Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements.
• Job Knowledge: Produces precise, high-quality cabinetry and finished woodwork.
• Managing Conflict: Listens well, diffuses conflict before it starts, finds causes of and solutions to problems, handles difficult people.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains accuracy in measurements, fitment, finish, and final quality.
• Self-Development: Seeks out and accepts feedback, is a proactive learner, takes on tough assignments to improve skills, keeps knowledge and skills up-to-date, turns mistakes into learning opportunities.
• Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leaders to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Cabinet-grade carpentry skills required.
• Ability to read blueprints/shop drawings is required.
• Prior professional woodworking/cabinetry experience required.
• Ability to work independently and communicate with a team.
• Knowledge of various wood species.
• Ability to use measurement tools including tape measures, calipers, and levels.
• Advanced knowledge of hand tools and woodworking machinery preferred.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and production deadlines.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Fabrication environment with exposure to dust, noise, and odors.
• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• May be required to work extended hours or weekends depending on project needs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift, sand, mask, and move materials up to 30 lbs. as needed.
• Comfortable standing, bending, and performing repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to safely use tools and materials.
• Must maintain continuous awareness of hazards and enforce safety practices.

Why Join Nassal

At The Nassal Company, part of the PCL Family of Companies, every project combines artistry, craftsmanship, and innovation. Our teams are at the heart of creating immersive environments and extraordinary experiences seen across the world.

We provide:

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Growth and certification opportunities.
• A collaborative, safety-focused environment.
• Exposure to one-of-a-kind themed and structural fabrication projects.

Build your craft. Build your career. Build experiences that last — with Nassal.