Workshop Assistant – Concrete Statuary

Oswegochamber; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oswegochamber is seeking a hands-on maker for our concrete statuary line, including planters, bird baths, and garden art. You’ll assist in mold preparation, mixing, and casting, and help finish textures and details.

Work is in a shop or outdoor setting; candidates should be dependable, detail-oriented, autonomous, and eager to learn new techniques.

Qualifications

• Experience with hand tools or concrete work is a plus, but not required.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors or in a workshop.
• Strong work ethic and pride in craftsmanship.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist in mold preparation, concrete mixing, and casting.
• Demold and finish statuary with attention to texture and detail.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.
• Track inventory and prep orders for delivery or pickup.
• Contribute ideas for new designs, finishes, or process improvements.

Skills

Concrete work

Hand tools

Detail-oriented

Autonomous

Job description

We’re a small but mighty concrete statuary business specializing in handcrafted planters, bird baths, and garden art. Every piece we create blends functionality with aesthetic appeal, and we take pride in the artistry behind our work. If you appreciate craftsmanship, enjoy working independently, and love turning raw materials into beautiful products, you’ll feel right at home here.

Responsibilities

• Assist in mold preparation, concrete mixing, and casting
• Demold and finish statuary with attention to texture and detail
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace
• Track inventory and prep orders for delivery or pickup
• Contribute ideas for new designs, finishes, or process improvements

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable – more reliable than spontaneous
• Detail-oriented – prefers focusing on the intricacies of the work
• Autonomous/Independent – enjoys working with little direction
• Innovative – thrives on unconventional tasks and creative problem-solving

Qualifications

• Experience with hand tools or concrete work is a plus, but not required
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs. and work in outdoor or workshop conditions
• Strong work ethic and pride in craftsmanship
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques