Elevator Interior Fabricator - Wood Worker (72944)

Valcourt; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Valcourt in Houston, TX is seeking a skilled woodworker/carpenter to turn raw materials into finished wood products following drawings and specs. You will support production by ensuring high quality, timely, and safe craftsmanship.

Responsibilities include reading fabrication drawings, operating table saws and routers, performing joining, finishing, and quality inspections, and collaborating with design/engineering to optimize processes. Must lift 50+ lbs with team help.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in woodworker/carpenter roles in production/fabrication.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and work to tolerances.
• Experience with finishing techniques and quality inspection.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Operate woodworking machinery and tools (table saws, jointers, planers, routers, sanders, CNC routing).
• Perform hand-tool and power-tool work to produce parts and assemblies.
• Assemble panels using fasteners, adhesives, dowels, and other joinery methods.
• Perform finishing steps (sanding, staining, painting) to meet quality standards.
• Inspect finished components for defects and verify dimensions/tolerances.
• Maintain and calibrate tools; follow safety procedures and housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate with design/engineering and production teams to improve processes.

Skills

Woodworking experience

Blueprint reading

Joinery methods

Education

Certification or apprenticeship in carpentry or woodworking

Tools

Table saws

Jointers

Planers

Routers

Sanders

CNC routing

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: AMSTB AMSTF AMSTR - Houston, TX 77021
Position Type: Full Time
Job Category: Facilities

The candidate will be responsible for turning raw materials into finished products according to technical drawings and specifications. This role will support our manufacturing/production team by ensuring high quality, timely, and safe woodworking output.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Operate woodworking machinery and tools (e.g., table saws, jointers, planers, routers, sanders, CNC-wood-machining if applicable).
• Perform hand-tool and power-tool work (cutting, shaping, joining, finishing) to produce parts and assemblies.
• Assemble panels using fasteners, adhesives, dowels, and other joinery methods.
• Perform sanding, staining, painting, or other finishing work to meet quality standards.
• Assemble panels with finished products consisting of metals, laminates, glass, and porcelain tile.
• Inspect finished components for defects and verify dimensions/tolerances.
• Maintain and calibrate woodworking tools and equipment; follow safety procedures and housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate with design/engineering and production teams to improve processes, materials, and workflows.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience (e.g., 2-5 years) as a woodworker/carpenter in a production or fabrication environment.
• Strong knowledge of woodworking tools, machinery, and joinery methods.
• Ability to read blueprints/technical drawings and work to tight tolerances.
• Ability to lift raw materials weighing 50+ lbs utilizing team lifts as necessary.
• Proficient in finishing techniques (sanding, staining, painting) and quality inspection.
• Good hand-eye coordination, physical stamina, attention to detail, and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Certification or apprenticeship in carpentry or woodworking trade.
• Experience with CNC routing for wood, custom cabinetry, furniture-making or high-end millwork.
• Knowledge of various wood species, finishes, and sustainable wood practices.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or 5S in a woodworking/fabrication shop.