Custom Frame Woodworker

Austin Community College; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Austin Community College is seeking a detail-oriented woodworker for an 8–12 week contract, potentially evolving into a long-term position in Jersey City. The successful candidate will primarily focus on producing custom frame mouldings from hardwood, ensuring precise dimensions and quality. Key responsibilities include milling hardwood, refining joints, and safe operation of table saws and jointers. Strong attention to detail and independent working skills are essential. Compensation ranges from $20–$25/hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong hand-tool skills.
• Ability to mill hardwood accurately and consistently.
• Reliable and self-motivated, able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Mill hardwood stock using a jointer and table saw.
• Produce frame mouldings to accurate dimensions.
• Safe and accurate operation of woodworking tools.

Skills

Milling hardwood

Producing frame mouldings

Strong hand-tool skills

Ability to work to tight tolerances

Attention to detail

Tools

Table saw

Jointer

Bench plane

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented woodworker to join the studio as we prepare to move into a larger workspace in the Jersey City area. This role begins as an 8–12 week contract and may grow into a long-term position for the right person.

During this period, the primary focus of the role will be producing custom frame mouldings. This includes milling hardwood using a jointer and table saw, then shaping clean, consistent profiles to precise dimensions. In this work, a careful and steady pace matters more than speed, since rushing can waste material and compromise quality.

The studio is based in Jersey City, with convenient access from New York City — about 25 minutes from Midtown NYC and 15 minutes from the World Trade Center via PATH.

Compensation

$20–$25/hour, depending on experience.
Initial 8–12 week contract, with potential for long-term hire.

Responsibilities

• Mill hardwood stock using a jointer and table saw
• Produce frame mouldings to accurate dimensions
• Cut clean rabbets and miters on a table saw
• Refine and fit joints with hand tools, especially a bench plane
• Execute glue-ups and spline reinforcement
• Safe and accurate operation of a table saw and jointer
• Strong hand-tool skills, especially with a bench plane
• Ability to sharpen blades and tune planes independently
• Patience and consistency when working with hardwood
• Ability to work to tight tolerances
• Strong attention to grain direction, material behavior, and finishing quality
• Reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently

Preferred for higher pay consideration

• Ability to refine milled parts with hand tools to final dimensions
• Ability to execute clean and accurate miter glue-ups using strap clamps
• Understanding of grain orientation, stock planning, and material efficiency