Entry-Level Exhibit Carpenter | $20.00/hr | Mandatory Overtime | 1st Shift | Hebron, KY

AtWork Personnel; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

AtWork Personnel is seeking an Entry-Level Exhibit Carpenter / Fabricator in Hebron, KY. You will join a team building and repairing tradeshow exhibit components, retail displays, and custom structures in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include laminating cabinets, assisting with installation of lighting and graphics, and handling materials like plywood, MDF, acrylic, and metal. Overtime and weekend work are required.

Qualifications

• Basic carpentry, woodworking, or cabinet-making experience.
• Ability to read and follow work orders.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Laminate exhibit cabinets and display components.
• Assist with construction and refurbishment of exhibits and displays.
• Work with plywood, MDF, acrylic, and metal.
• Assist with lighting, A/V, and graphic component installation.
• Assemble and install structures in tradeshow/retail environments.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and safely operate tools.
• Support inventory and proper handling of materials.

Skills

Basic carpentry

Cabinet making

Woodworking

Read work orders

Manual dexterity

Heavy lifting

Overtime willingness

Tools familiarity

Job description

Entry-Level Exhibit Carpenter | $20.00/hr | Mandatory Overtime | 1st Shift | Hebron, KY

We are currently hiring an Entry-Level Exhibit Carpenter / Fabricator for one of our clients. This is a great opportunity for someone with basic carpentry, woodworking, or cabinet-making experience who is looking to build their skills in a fast-paced production environment.

The successful candidate will work as part of a team producing and repairing tradeshow exhibit components, retail displays, and other custom structures.

Schedule:

• Monday–Thursday: 6:00 AM–4:30 PM
• Friday & Saturday: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
• Mandatory overtime

Responsibilities:

• Laminate exhibit cabinets and display components
• Assist with construction and refurbishment of exhibits, retail displays, and permanent structures
• Work with materials including plywood, MDF, acrylic, and metal
• Assist with installation of lighting, audio/visual, and graphic components
• Assist with assembly and installation of custom structures in tradeshow, retail, and corporate environments
• Perform box assembly, internal crate packing, and stenciling
• Safely operate hand tools and power tools
• Help maintain raw material inventory when assigned
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace
• Properly care for company equipment
• Follow company safety policies and procedures
• Work cooperatively and professionally with coworkers, supervisors, and customers

Qualifications:

• Basic carpentry, woodworking, cabinet-making, or related experience
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and woodworking saws
• Mechanically inclined with good manual dexterity
• Ability to read and follow work orders and instructions
• Ability to work independently once assignments are given
• Ability to follow direction and work well under supervision
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends during peak seasons
• Forklift experience is a plus; certification can be provided after hire
• Experience with high-pressure plastic laminates, residential trim, or casework is a plus
• Basic computer skills are a plus

Work Environment:

This position works primarily in a fast-paced tradeshow exhibit house, where meeting production deadlines and maintaining quality are important. The position reports to the Production Foreman and requires adherence to company policies, safety guidelines, and quality standards.