Handrail & Finish Carpenter

Southern Staircase; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

9 Holidays

Full-time

Team Environment

Custom Projects

Job summary

Southern Staircase, part of Edge Building Solutions, is seeking a hands-on Handrail Installer in Lakeland, FL. You'll install and complete custom handrail systems, using wood, metal, glass, and cable, while upholding quality and safety standards.

Join a team that values craftsmanship and reliability, offers full benefits, and engages in high-end staircase projects. The role involves travel, strong attention to detail, and working with project managers to meet timelines.

Qualifications

• Background in handrail installation, trim carpentry, or finish carpentry required.
• Strong woodworking and construction skills.
• Ability to measure and apply basic geometry accurately.
• Comfortable working with wood, metal, glass, and cable.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Installing custom and high-end handrail systems.
• Working with various materials including wood, metal, glass, and cable.
• Following installation standards and local building codes.
• Coordinating parts, materials, and deliveries to job sites.
• Communicating with project managers regarding progress and timelines.
• Keeping job sites clean, organized, and safe.
• Delivering quality workmanship and professional customer experience.

Skills

Handrail installation

Trim carpentry

Finish carpentry

Woodworking

Construction skills

Measure geometry

Lifting up to 75 pounds

Valid driver's license

21 years of age or older

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Position Overview

Handrail Installer | $28–$32/Hour + Full Benefits

Location: Lakeland, FL Position: Full-Time Pay: $28.00–$32.00/hour, based on experience

Build Custom Handrail Systems You Can Be Proud Of

Southern Staircase, part of Edge Building Solutions, is looking for an experienced Handrail Installer to join our growing team in Lakeland.

If you have a background in handrail installation, trim carpentry, or finish carpentry and enjoy detailed, hands-on work, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work on custom, high-end staircase and handrail projects.

We work with professional builders and developers to design, build, and install premium stair and handrail systems—and we’re looking for people who take pride in doing quality work.

What We Offer

• $28–$32/hour, based on experience
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Support
• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Consistent, full-time work
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities to work on a variety of custom projects

Your Role

As a Handrail Installer, you’ll be responsible for installing and completing custom handrail systems while maintaining Southern Staircase quality and safety standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Installing custom and high-end handrail systems
• Working with a variety of materials, including wood, metal, glass, and cable
• Following installation standards and applicable local building codes
• Coordinating parts, materials, and deliveries to job sites
• Communicating with project managers regarding job progress and timelines
• Keeping job sites clean, organized, and safe
• Delivering quality workmanship and maintaining a professional customer experience

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone with hands-on experience and strong attention to detail.

Required/Preferred Experience & Skills:

• Experience with handrail installation, trim carpentry, or finish carpentry
• Strong woodworking and construction skills
• Ability to accurately measure and apply basic geometry
• Comfortable working with different materials and tools
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Comfortable working in different weather and job-site conditions
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Travel

This is a high-travel position (75%+). You’ll have the opportunity to work on different projects and job sites while building experience with custom staircase and handrail systems.

Why Southern Staircase?

We believe great work starts with a great team.

At Southern Staircase, we value:

• Teamwork – We work together and support one another.
• Accountability – We do what we say we’ll do.
• Continuous Improvement – We’re always looking for ways to get better.
• Empowerment – We trust our team to take ownership.
• Innovation – We encourage new ideas and better ways of working.
• A Fun, Family Atmosphere – We work hard, but we also enjoy working together.

Pay Range

USD $28.00 - USD $32.00 /Hr.