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Exhibit Builder- Carpenter/Cabinetmaker (Experienced 5+ years)
AccessUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Apr 2025
💰 $60,000/yr($50,000/yr – $60,000/yr)
About the role
Job Details
Job Location Boston - Whitinsville, MAPosition Type Full TimeSalary Range $25.00 - $30.00 HourlyJob Category General LaborDescription
The Exhibit Builder is responsible for the construction, fabrication, and assembly of high-quality exhibits, displays, cabinetry, and event environments. This role requires strong carpentry skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in exhibit fabrication, carpentry, and cabinet making, with a keen eye for quality and craftsmanship.
What you’ll do:
- Confer with Lead Exhibit Builder or Project Manager regarding suggestions for changes from the detail prints
- Work closely with the estimating and account services teams to proactively identify and implement potential cost efficiencies
- Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and shop plans.
- Fabricate and laminate wall panels, cabinets, showcases, counters, and custom booth elements.
- Construct high-quality displays, cabinetry, and exhibit components from materials such as plywood, MDF, acrylic, veneer, and solid surfaces.
- Operate hand and power tools, machinery, and equipment safely and effectively.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace, adhering to shop safety standards.
- Integrate AV, graphics, and interactive components into custom-built exhibits.
- Perform basic prep and clean-up for painting and finishing hand-off.
- Label all custom components to support field installation.
Qualifications
What we’d love to see:
- High School diploma or equivalent; trade school or apprenticeship preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in exhibit fabrication, cabinetry, or millwork.
- Proficiency in reading blueprints, shop drawings, and construction documents.
- Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, and woodworking machinery.
- Strong understanding of carpentry, including rough, finish, and trim work.
- Physical fitness to lift up to 50 lbs and work on ladders.
- Experience with acrylic work and basic metalwork is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and manage projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and team collaboration skills.
- Ability to work long hours, weekends, during busy seasons.
- s being accountable for individual performance; ability to work under tight deadlines, commitment to highest quality standards
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