Carpenter & Fabricator

Specialized Mobile Exhibits; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Mobile Exhibits is seeking a Carpenter & Fabricator to build projects from drawings. You will cut, shape, and assemble wood components, read blueprints, take precise measurements, and ensure quality finishes.

The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work with power tools, with overtime as needed. The position sits in Production, reports to the Director of Production, and offers full-time hours in Winston-Salem, NC.

Qualifications

• Carpentry background and ability to read drawings.
• Capable of measuring and cutting to exact dimensions.
• Maintain safety and a clean work area.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, drawings, and sketches to grasp project requirements.
• Take measurements and calculate material needs.
• Cut, shape, and finish wood and related materials.
• Assemble cabinets, shelves, doors, and furniture.
• Follow safety guidelines and work with power tools.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurements & math

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Self-motivation

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Power tools

Saws

Woodworking machinery

Job description

Job Title: Carpenter & Fabricator

Department: Production

Reports To (Title): Director, Production

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Travel Required: 0%

Positions Supervised: None

Job Summary

Responsible for constructing a project from technical drawings, blueprints, and sketches into a finished project. Ability to use all wood related tools including power equipment.

Essential Job Functions

• Able to read blueprints, drawings, and sketches to fully grasp requirements on a project
• Able to take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed for a project
• Cut, shape and smooth wood and other materials according to the measurements given
• Build cabinets, shelves, doors, frames etc...
• Assemble and install furniture, cabinets and shelves
• Ability to cut and fit pieces to a tight tolerance
• Ability to work with numerous materials
• Attention to details
• Ability to do finish work
• Ability to take on and manage a project small or large from start to finish
• Self-motivated and works without much supervision
• Ability to solve problems as they arrive on a project
• Ability to use a variety of shop tools including power tools and saws
• Follow all safety guidelines at all times
• Good physical condition with the ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Able to work 40 plus hours weekly and overtime when needed

Required Qualifications

• Have a carpentry background
• Able to do general labor out of the basic job descriptionwhen needed
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Self motivated and work with minimum supervision
• Keep a clean work environment
• Attention to details
• Stand for 8 or more hours daily
• Turn head, neck and shoulders to both the right and left
• Use arms and legs to lift equipment and materials
• Reach above shoulders
• Stoop, kneel, crouch and or crawl
• Climb a ladder and work at heights up to 13 feet above the ground
• Work in close/confined spaces
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
• Noise level in work environment is usually moderately loud
• Ability to work a 40 hours weekly and overtime when needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 2+ years Carpentry Experience
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Specialized Mobile Exhibits is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.