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Finish Carpenter/Installer for Set Builds/Retail/Custom Fabrication (vallejo / benicia)

Established set building/custom fabrication firm seeking full time builder/carpenter/installers with cabinet making experience for set building projects, trade show booths, retail build-outs/activations and events. We are seeking experienced, motivated, and team-oriented individuals. Prior experience with set building or production fabrication is highly desired. Cabinet making skills and expert carpentry skills are mandatory. Drop Works has been a leader in set/scenic fabrication in the Bay Area for over 25 years. We design, source and fabricate scenic architecture for commercial photo shoots and product testing, both on location, in our on-site rental photo studio. We also design and fabricate permanent retail displays and buildouts, retail activations and custom event installations. We operate a large fabrication shop and commercial photo studio, located in Vallejo, CA. Self-transport is required as employees sometimes are assigned to begin work at offsite locations around the Bay Area. Early mornings, possible travel, evenings, weekends, and overtime are all parts of the role. We are hiring for builders for immediate full-time employment (40 hours per week plus overtime as needed). Responsibilities include carpentry based fabrication scenic architecture and permanent retail fixtures, logistics, transport and installation of sets and scenic architectural elements, custom fabrication projects for commercial customers and private events. A significant amount of tasks are completed in small teams, and being able to work well with other people under tight deadlines is a must. Candidates with strong communication skills, a positive demeanor and a flexible approach to the work tend to be a great fit for our company. The work environment is fast-paced and requires excellent organizational skills, strong self motivation and the ability to adjust easily to changing expectations based on our client and company needs. Working accurately, efficiently and independently to complete assigned tasks is foundational to this position. -Please respond with resume and cover letter describing your skills / experience, and why you would be a good fit for this position. *Required Qualifications* •5+ years of finish carpentry experience is required. • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, crouch, pull, bend, kneel, climb and reach for extended periods of time. • Cabinet making experience is also required, as many of our projects are best served by individuals with this skillset. • Significant knowledge in the safe and effective use of of professional power tools used in a cabinet making shop and carpentry/fabrication setting (i.e. table saw, panel saw, thickness planer, compound miter saw, router, pneumatic stapler/nailer, orbital sander. • Ability to read, comprehend and accurately fabricate and install builds from drawings and plans is required. Strong mathematical ability also required to ensure accuracy and consistency when reading plans, measuring, fabricating and installing. • We require you to maintain consistent attendance with a strong focus on arriving to work at the assigned location, on-time, daily. Workflow and project efficiency is significantly improved when attendance is maintained. • Professional communication, attire, and overall demeanor with clients and colleagues. • Strong written, oral and interpersonal skills. • Team-oriented, curious, and self-starting approaches to all aspects of the role are a must. We are growing rapidly and seek candidates who are motivated and inspired by this trajectory. • Ability to work independently, multi-task and show flexibility in a fast-paced environment. • Reliable transportation is required as employees are sometimes scheduled to start the day at an offsite location. • Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and background check required. • Must be able to build and maintain good working relationships with a diverse group of individuals and personalities. We greatly appreciate friendly, flexible and solution-oriented team members. • Willingness to expand and improve skills. • Detail oriented. • Ability to drive 24’ box truck a plus. **Benefits and Compensation for Full Time Employees (30-40 hours per week on average, plus overtime)** • Company funded health and dental insurance benefits with optional vision insurance • 6 paid holidays per year • 40 hours of sick pay per year • 80 hours of PTO annually, and a flexible unpaid time off policy • Holiday bonus based on company performance • Company paid life insurance • Company paid sick pay of up to 40 hours annually • 2 paid volunteer days per year • 2 paid bereavement days per event • $500 in annual matching donation funds to go to organization(s) of your choice • Weekly cell phone reimbursement -Please respond with resume and cover letter describing your skills / experience, and why you would be a good fit for this position. -We are an equal opportunity employer and highly encourage women, BIPOC, members of the LGBTQ community and those who were formerly incarcerated to apply. $40-$50 hourly pay rate depending on experience www.drop.works

1122 Florida St, Vallejo, CA 94590, USA

$40-50/hour