Exhibit Builder - Carpentry / CNC

Derse; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Derse in Milwaukee designs and builds exhibits for clients, combining carpentry, CNC and fabrication to deliver compelling tradeshow environments.

The role supports senior staff by constructing, laying out from drawings, and assembling custom displays with wood, plastics, aluminum and laminates, ensuring deadlines and quality.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or 1–3 months of related experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; carpentry/woodworking experience preferred.
• Experience with power machinery and hand tools.
• Ability to work independently and complete projects within budgeted hours with direction.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior and Display personnel with building custom/rental displays, kiosks, modules and exhibit components.
• Lay out jobs from detail drawings with Senior/Display personnel.
• Use knowledge of construction techniques and tools with wood, plywood, laminate, plastics and aluminum.
• Follow instructions and meet deadlines consistently.
• Take accountability for handling assignments from start to finish, including necessary paperwork.
• Work within established estimated project hours.
• Assist service personnel with minor touch-up work on client properties.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Carpentry

Woodworking

Power tools

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Power machinery

Hand tools

Carpentry tools

Job description

Description

Derse is a complete face-to-face marketing agency and exhibit builder. We bring a smarter approach to building client sales while managing their trade show, marketing environments and event programs. Our teams are made up of smart and forward-thinking people who bring experiential marketing solutions to life!

We believe in committing to a long-term investment in your career with a total rewards package including:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• A bright and energetic culture where your ideas are valued
• 75+ years of financial stability

Derse employs nearly 600 people in marketing, program management, creative & skilled production, and corporate support. Locations include Milwaukee, Chicago, Las Vegas, Dallas, Pittsburgh, and various communities in Poland & Germany. Visit our website derse.com to learn more!

As an Exhibit Builder – Carpentry / CNC (aka: Display Helper – Construction), you’ll assist various team members in constructing and producing exhibits for our clients. The individual in this role must also read and analyze draw ups to layout entire jobs, and handle assigned tasks to complete projects within the designated time. This role comes with a unique challenge and set of responsibilities within carpentry and woodworking of custom built exhibits!

Display Helper – Construction Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting Senior and Display personnel with building custom / rental displays, kiosks, modules and exhibit components.
• Work with Senior and Display personnel laying out jobs from detail drawings.
• Use knowledge of all construction techniques & tools using wood, plywood, laminate, plastics & aluminum
• Follow instructions & meet deadlines consistently.
• Assume accountability for handling job assignments from start to finish in a timely manner. This includes completing the necessary paperwork.
• Work within established estimated project hours.
• As needed assist service personnel with minor service / touch-up work on client properties.
• Display a positive, dependable attitude & strong desire to learn and grow.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned.

Display Helper – Construction Requirements & Qualifications

• High School diploma; or one to three months of related experience required.
• Must possess strong mechanical aptitude. Carpentry / woodworking experience preferred.
• Previous experience in the use & set-up of power machinery & hand tools.
• Ability to work independently and complete project within budgeted hours with direction from Senior / Display personnel as needed.