Traveling Carpenter / Modular Build-Out Installer
We are hiring traveling carpenters and build-out installers for commercial entertainment build-outs across the country. This is a hands-on travel position for someone who is comfortable working on fast-moving job sites, solving problems in the field, and helping turn modular room systems into finished, guest-ready spaces.
Our projects include themed interactive rooms, modular wall systems, doors, trim, hardware, decorative elements, accessibility adjustments, and final punch-list work. Every site is a little different, so we are looking for flexible candidates who can travel, adapt, and work well with a team under real project deadlines.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Travel to job sites around the country for new build-outs, remodels, repairs, and punch-list work
- Assemble modular wall panels, columns, tracks, doors, thresholds, trim, blocking, brackets, and hardware
- Install and adjust doors, hinges, closers, handles, latch-side clearances, and room entry conditions
- Perform finish carpentry, field modifications, shimming, leveling, fastening, cutting, and layout work
- Help with ADA/accessibility changes, including clearance improvements and relocation of room elements
- Secure decorative pieces, wall panels, props, brackets, and built-in elements
- Support themed room installations, including unusual layouts, custom field fixes, and non-standard details
- Work alongside project managers, electricians, decorators, logistics teams, and other trades
- Assist with unloading, staging, organizing materials, tool control, and keeping the job site clean and safe
- Work through punch lists and help get rooms ready for inspection, testing, and opening
Ideal Candidate
The right person for this role is reliable, flexible, and good with their hands. You do not need to be a master cabinetmaker, but you do need to be accurate, steady, and willing to jump into whatever the build needs that day.
We are especially interested in candidates with experience in:
- Commercial build-outs
- Finish carpentry
- Modular wall systems
- Exhibit, museum, escape room, arcade, retail, restaurant, theater, or themed entertainment builds
- Door and hardware installation
- Punch-list and remodel work
- Traveling construction or installation crews
Required Skills
- Strong carpentry or construction background
- Ability to read a tape measure accurately and work from dimensions
- Experience using impacts, drills, saws, levels, grinders, multi-tools, clamps, and basic layout tools
- Ability to cut, fasten, shim, level, trim, adjust, and problem-solve in the field
- Comfortable working with wood, metal, wall panels, hardware, brackets, trim, and decorative build elements
- Able to lift materials, work on ladders, stand for long days, and perform physical work safely
- Dependable, punctual, and able to travel for project-based assignments
- Must be comfortable working as part of a traveling team
Travel Requirement
This is a traveling position. Candidates must be willing and able to travel nationally for build-outs. Project lengths may vary by location. Travel details, lodging, and schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Nice to Have
- OSHA certification
- Scissor lift or aerial lift certification
- Experience with commercial doors and hardware
- Basic low voltage electrical awareness
- Experience working from site plans or room layouts
- Ability to lead small crews or help direct laborers
We’re Looking For People Who
- Can stay productive even when plans change
- Take pride in clean, solid work
- Communicate clearly with the site lead or project manager
- Can work independently without needing constant direction
- Are willing to help outside their exact trade when the project needs it
- Understand that travel build-outs require flexibility, urgency, and teamwork
Job Type
Traveling project-based / full-time opportunities available
Pay
Based on experience
Location
Traveling position with projects around the country
Pay: $25.49 - $30.70 per hour
Benefits:
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Tools provided
Work Location: On the road
