Custom Build and Install Specialist

Creative Custom Build and Install Specialist

Our Build and Install Specialist must be able to successfully transform our unique design concepts into custom displays and physical created pieces for a variety of environments, including high-end exhibits, retail spaces, trade shows, museums, and product prototypes. Our creative teams collaborate to find innovative solutions, reinvent and design spaces and environments. As a Build and Install Specialist on our production team, you need to bring even the most challenging designs to physical form and ensure their successful installation.

Primary Responsibilities

•        Build and install custom high-end exhibits, custom displays and other environmental components and graphics.

•        Cut, trim, file, bend images and or materials using hand-held razors, straight edges, and power tools.

•        Sand, finish, and clean material prior to painting.

•        Mount images/graphics and other display components to various substrates.

•        Apply paint to surfaces using various tools: artistic fine detail brushes to spray gun.

•        Perform light maintenance duties within all WB buildings.

•        Regularly clean and maintain equipment/tools, as well as work area to ensure a safe work environment.

•        Remove, dispose and store materials properly.

•        Work independently on projects, within a tight timeline.

•        Collaborate alongside colleagues and external consultants.

•        Be flexible and willing to adapt design ideas to meet technical criteria.

•        Support the organization by converting concepts and ideas into final projects ready by deadline.

•        Understand our clients and their demand standard for quality and innovative work.

Secondary Responsibilities

•        May create custom acrylic work and heat bending and work with Vinyl installation.

•        Assist in the packaging, shipping and receiving of projects and materials.

•        Assist in operating and maintaining Digital router tables when needed.

•        Assist in the operation of a 60" wide laminator. 

•        Assist in other Finishing & Building team responsibilities needed.

Requirements, Experience and Skills

•     Associate degree or equivalent work experience; carpentry, custom builds of exhibits, displays or cabinets or related roles or fields.

•     Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience; carpentry, building custom exhibits, displays or cabinets or related roles or fields.

•     Able and willing to put in additional time over the 40 and work nights, weekends when needed to finish projects before deadline.

•     Able to travel long distances by car, truck and/or airplane to install our creations, including overnight travel.

•     Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record for insurance purposes.

•     Forklift certification preferred.

•     Strong math skills and the ability to read and understand ruler and measurement.

•     Proficiency with power tools and hand tools is essential for effective execution of tasks.

•     Ability to work in very close tolerances when working with specs and have a keen sense for detail.

•     Fluent with build materials.

•     Ability to lift heavy materials safely and efficiently; max 50 lbs.

•     Comfortable working in a production environment; it can be noisy and dusty at times.

•     Capable of pivoting and problem-solving challenges when on-site installing our creations for our clients. 

•     Efficiently work independently on projects within a tight timeline.

•     Accept critique and maintain a positive attitude even when under pressure.

•     Able to successfully work in a fast-paced environment.

•     Successfully manage multiple projects at once.

•     Excellent communication skills.

Join us in creating exceptional spaces through skilled craftsmanship, hard work and dedication. We look forward to your application!