Shop Carpenter
Essel · Anaheim, California, United States · 2026-07-28
About this role
We are seeking experienced Shop Carpenters with a strong background in custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, exhibit construction, and finish carpentry. Candidates must be comfortable reading shop drawings, working with precision, and safely operating professional woodworking equipment.
• Fabricate custom cabinets and architectural millwork.
• Construct panel walls, booths, displays, and exhibits.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, specifications, and cut lists.
• Perform precise measuring, layout, cutting, fitting, and assembly.
• Complete wood joinery, including dadoes, rabbets, biscuits, dowels, pocket screws, and glue-ups.
• Apply laminate, edge banding, and other finish materials.
• Sand, trim, and complete high-quality finish carpentry.
• Install cabinet hardware, hinges, drawer slides, and specialty hardware.
• Inspect completed work for accuracy, quality, and proper fit.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop environment.
Requirements
• Previous experience as a Shop Carpenter, Cabinetmaker, Millworker, or Exhibit Fabricator.
• Experience with custom cabinetry and architectural millwork.
• Ability to accurately read blueprints, shop drawings, and cut lists.
• Strong precision-measuring and layout skills.
• Knowledge of woodworking materials, hardware, adhesives, and joinery methods.
• Ability to safely operate table saws, panel saws, miter saws, routers, drill presses, planers, and jointers.
• Ability to lift materials and remain on your feet throughout the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Benefits
Preferred Qualifications
• Commercial cabinetry or architectural millwork experience.
• Experience installing custom cabinets, laminate casework, wood panels, countertops, and built-in units.
• Experience with cabinet hardware, hinges, drawer slides, and specialty components.
• OSHA 10 certification is preferred.
• Ability to complete cabinet installation from layout through final punch list.
• Experience working in occupied buildings, tenant improvement projects, or high-end residential environments.
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