Woodshop Technician

DeKalb Health; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 42,981,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Staffing Services is seeking a Woodshop Technician (Temporary-Position) in Corpus Christi, TX. This role involves assembling products in the commercial contracts workshop, following blueprints and drawings, and maintaining shop safety and inventory under supervision.

A 10% disability set‑aside eligibility applies. The technician will use basic hand and power tools, follow instructions, and work with a team to meet agency standards while upholding Goodwill values such as empowerment and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with hand and power tools preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints or schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in manufacturing products in the commercial contracts workshop.
• Maintain inventory and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Adhere to written instructions and interpret complex drawings to complete tasks.
• Utilize PPE and maintain a clean, organized woodshop area.
• Contribute to department and agency objectives and goals.

Skills

Hand and power tools

Blueprints / schematics

Data entry

Problem solving

Basic math

Reading & writing English

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Location 2961 S PORT AVE,CORPUS CHRISTI, TX, 78405-2098,United States
• Base Pay $15.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Why we want to hire people with disabilities:

Goodwill offers customized job placement, on-the-job training, and ongoing support across a variety of roles, including custodial services, clerical/data entry, assembly, groundskeeping, packaging, and product fulfillment. Participants earn paychecks while building work history, soft skills, and job readiness.

By partnering with organizations like WorkQuest and SourceAmerica, and collaborating with federal, state, and local agencies, Goodwill expands access to meaningful, sustainable employment while promoting workforce diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout South Texas.

IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ

This is a State Set-Aside Contract. Employees must have a documented disability of at least 10% to qualify. Disabilities may include physical, mental, visual, hearing, or medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, heart conditions, mental health conditions, intellectual disabilities, or similar recognized disabilities.

Goodwill Staffing Services is looking for a Woodshop Technician (Temporary-Position) in Corpus Christi, TX.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Woodshop Technicians will use basic tools to assemble products in the commercial contracts workshop to agency and contract standards. The woodshop technician is expected to be professional while upholding the Goodwill values of -Empowerment, Public Trust, Respect, Innovation, Quality, and Safety.

ESSENTIAL RESBOBILITES, AND DUITES

• Assist in manufacturing products in the commercial contracts workshop
• Take proper care of equipment and notify the crew leader of any malfunctions
• Maintain inventory and waste control of supplies, materials, and equipment and notify the crew leader when inventory is low
• Adheres to and enforces safety and loss prevention procedures to prevent injury to personnel and damage to property, equipment, and or inventory
• Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the woodshop area
• Ability to follow written instructions and interpret complex drawings to complete tasks
• Embrace the core values of the agency in the spirit in which the agency operates at work and in the community.
• Contribute to the fulfillment of department and agency objectives and goals
• Comply with all department and agency policies, procedures, and regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Performs data entry and verification of data files
• Proficiency with hand and power tools
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions and instructions
• Ability to solve problems
• Basic math skills
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team to complete the production of products
• Ability to read, and write in English to comprehend and complete agency forms as required for operational purposes
• Ability to interpret and follow blueprints or schematics
• Adequate vision to utilize hand tools in a safe manner
• Ability to work with all levels of employees
• Ability to accept feedback and direction

Preferred

• High School Diploma or GED certificate of completion
• One (1) year of experience working with hand and power tools

PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, stoop, bend, and crouch for extended periods
• Weather conditions – variable – including extreme heat and cold, may work outside for extended periods
• Ability to work in a humid and/or dusty environment
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. or more with 2-person assistance

Goodwill Industries of South Texas Inc. is an EO employer-M/F/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories.