Lead Carpenter - Custom Exhibits & Team Leader

EXPLORING LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional growth opportunities

Leadership development

Creative fabrication projects

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

ID3 Group is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to join our custom fabrication team in Atlanta. This hands-on leadership role requires directing a carpentry crew, interpreting complex shop drawings, planning construction methods, and ensuring projects meet safety, quality, and schedule targets.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of professional carpentry or related fabrication experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to train others.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of professional carpentry, cabinetmaking, or related experience preferred.
• Lead, foreman, or supervisory experience in fabrication/production environments preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and production specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the construction of custom exhibits, displays, cabinetry, millwork, and structural elements.
• Review shop drawings, blueprints, sketches, work orders, and production specs.
• Determine materials, tools, equipment, and construction methods.
• Assign daily work and provide hands-on direction to carpenters and fabrication team members.
• Monitor progress, labor needs, and material usage.
• Train and coach employees on carpentry techniques, safety, and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Carpentry

Shop drawings

Mentoring

Tools

Table saws

Panel saws

Miter saws

Routers

Sanders

Drills

Nail guns

Woodworking machinery

Job description

ID3 Group is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to join our custom fabrication team in Atlanta. This hands-on leadership role requires directing a carpentry crew, interpreting complex shop drawings, planning construction methods, and ensuring projects meet safety, quality, and schedule targets.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of professional carpentry or related fabrication experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to train others.