Experienced Shop Carpenter – Full Benefits + 401(k) Match
Carpenter
Description
We are looking for an experienced Shop Carpenter to join our fabrication team on the North Side of Chicago.
Our shop builds custom furniture, cabinetry, fixtures, décor, and signage for new and existing restaurants. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys building unique pieces, solving problems, and working on a variety of projects rather than doing the same production work every day.
We offer full benefits, a 401(k) with company match, and bonus potential.
The ideal candidate has solid carpentry and woodworking experience, is comfortable with shop equipment and power tools, and takes pride in producing clean, accurate work.
Responsibilities
- Measure, cut, and fabricate materials for cabinets, tables, furniture, and restaurant fixtures
- Assemble cabinetry, furniture, fixtures, and custom components
- Operate woodworking equipment, including an edge bander and panel-trimming equipment
- Assist with sanding, paint preparation, and finishing
- Read measurements, drawings, and project information accurately
- Help troubleshoot and solve fabrication issues as they arise
- Occasionally travel for installations, repairs, and deliveries
- Maintain shop tools, equipment, and work areas
- Assist with general shop duties including crate building, tool repair, shipping, and receiving
- Minimum 5 years of relevant carpentry, cabinetmaking, millwork, or fabrication experience
- Experienced with common woodworking bench tools, power tools, and shop equipment
- Strong measuring, cutting, assembly, and problem-solving skills
- Must be neat, organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
- Self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team
- Able to communicate and work well with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Must provide own basic hand tools
This is an active, hands-on shop position. Candidates must be able to:
- Stand and work on their feet for approximately 8 hours per day
- Bend, reach, stoop, carry, and perform physical shop work throughout the day
- Frequently lift and move materials weighing up to 75 lbs.
- Work overtime when required; typical busy-week schedules may range from 45–55 hours
Please respond with your resume or a detailed work history, including your carpentry, cabinetmaking, millwork, furniture-building, or related fabrication experience.