Wood Finisher/Finishing Technician

EVENTSCAPE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Eventscape is seeking a Custom Finishing Technician (Wood Finisher) to join our fabrication team. The role requires an experienced wood finisher who prepares wood, applies coatings, inspects quality, and maintains equipment while following safety protocols for chemical handling.

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week, with responsibilities across finishing, assembly support, and quality checks to ensure durable, visually appealing wood products.

Qualifications

• Experience with wood finishing techniques, including sanding, staining, and coating.
• Skilled in applying stains with brushes, sprayers, and other techniques.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve common finishing defects.
• Familiarity with common woodworking tools and equipment.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality control.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Sand and smooth wood surfaces using hand tools and power sanders.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, conditioning, and testing finishes.
• Apply stains, sealers, and protective coatings using various techniques.
• Troubleshoot and address finishing defects (streaking, blotching, uneven finishes).
• Buff, polish, and inspect finished surfaces for consistency and quality.
• Perform minor repairs before finishing.
• Maintain and organize tools and equipment for a safe workspace.
• Manage inventory of finishing supplies.
• Provide support with fabrication, assembly, and installations as needed.
• Operate woodworking tools, conduct quality checks, and assist with assembly.
• Adhere to quality standards and assist with housekeeping and general maintenance.

Skills

Wood finishing

Sanding

Staining

Coatings

Quality inspection

Tool maintenance

Safety protocols

Teamwork

Tools

Power sanders

Sprayers

Hand tools

Job description

Join the Team that is Redefining Architectural Innovation

Eventscape is seeking a Custom Finishing Technician (Wood Finisher) to join our fabrication team. This role requires a highly skilled and experienced wood finisher that prepares wood (sanding, filing), mixing and matching finishes, applying coatings using sprayers, inspecting for quality, maintaining equipment, and following safety protocols for chemical handling. This role is crucial for enhancing the aesthetic appeal and durability of wood products.

This will be a full-time role, working 40 hours per week.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Custom Finishing Technician will:

• Sand and smooth wood surfaces using hand tools and power sanders.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, conditioning, and testing finishes.
• Apply stains, sealers, and protective coatings using various techniques (brush, sprayer, wiping).
• Troubleshoot and address any finishing defects (e.g., streaking, blotching, uneven finishes).
• Buff, polish, and inspect finished surfaces for consistency and quality.
• Perform minor repairs (e.g., filling cracks or defects) before finishing.
• Maintain and organize tools and equipment to ensure a safe and efficient workspace.
• Manage inventory of finishing supplies.
• Provide support with fabrication, assembly, and installations as needed.
• Operate woodworking tools, conduct quality checks, and assist with assembly.
• Adhere to quality standards and assist with housekeeping and general maintenance.

ABOUT YOU

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Experience with wood finishing techniques, including sanding, staining, and coating.
• Skilled in applying stains with brushes, sprayers, and other techniques.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve common finishing defects.
• Familiarity with common woodworking tools and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality control.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance.

WHO ARE WE?

Eventscapeis a global leader in the custom architectural fabrication space. We thrive on challenging design and strive for innovation towards one shared goal: to “build the extraordinary”!