Exhibit and Display Carpenter

Jackson Dawson; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Dawson in Long Beach, CA is seeking an Exhibit and Display Carpenter. The role focuses on fabricating high-quality displays for live events and experiential activations, using wood, MDF, plastics, laminates, and light metals.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, collaborating with designers and PMs, and supporting on-site installation. This full-time/project-based position requires endurance for long hours and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience in finish carpentry, cabinetry or trade-show fabrication.
• Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings.
• Strong math and measurement precision.
• Physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs and stand for long hours.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate custom displays, cabinetry, and branded environments.
• Work with wood, MDF, plastics, laminates, and light metals.
• Interpret drawings, blueprints, renderings, and shop plans.
• Collaborate with designers, PMs, and fabrication teams to meet client expectations.
• Operate industrial shop equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain high quality standards while meeting deadlines.
• Support onsite installation and dismantle of displays when required.

Skills

Finish Carpentry

Cabinetry

Auto Show fabrication

Industrial machinery

Blueprint reading

Tools

Table Saws

Panel Saws

Routers

Laminating Equipment

Job description

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Exhibit and Display Carpenter

Long Beach, CA, US

Salary Range: $33.00 To $37.00 Hourly

Location: Long Beach, CA
Pay Range:$33–$37 per hour

Shift: 8am-5pm + OT & weekend dependent on workload
Employment Type: Full-Time / Project-Based (with potential for permanent conversion)

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Carpenter to join our fabrication team at a fast-paced Experiential Marketing Agency in Long Beach. In this role, you will support the fabrication of high-quality custom displays for live events, trade shows, auto shows, and branded experiential activations.

If you are a Finish Carpenter, Cabinet Builder, or Display Builder who thrives in an environment defined by craftsmanship, precision, and unique fabrication challenges, we’d love to connect with you.

What You’ll Do

• Fabricate custom displays, scenic elements, cabinetry, and branded environments
• Work with a variety of materials including wood, MDF, plastics, composites, laminates, and light metals
• Interpret and build from drawings, blueprints, renderings, and shop plans
• Collaborate with designers, project managers, and fabrication teams to meet client expectations
• Operate industrial shop equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain high quality standards while meeting demanding deadlines
• Support onsite installation and dismantle of displays when required.

Qualifications

• Background in Finish Carpentry, Cabinetry, or Auto Show / Trade Show fabrication
• Experience operating industrial machinery and shop equipment:
  • Table saws
  • Panel saws
  • Routers
  • Laminating equipment
• Metal fabrication and welding skills are a plus
• Strong understanding of measurements, math, and precision layout
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and renders
• High attention to detail with ability to multitask in deadline-driven environments
• Self-motivated with strong initiative; able to work independently and as part of a team
• High energy and able to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and perform physical labor
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends when needed