Exhibit Carpenter
Join the Gizmo Team
Gizmo Art Production is seeking an experienced Exhibit Carpenter to join our team in San Francisco. This is a temporary, project-based position focused on building museum exhibits, interactive exhibits, retail displays, custom millwork, and high-quality furniture for public-facing environments.
The current project runs through November 3, with the potential for future opportunities based on workload and performance.
Gizmo specializes in the fabrication and installation of one-of-a-kind public art, museum exhibits, interactive experiences, and architectural projects. Every project is unique and requires craftsmanship, creativity, and attention to detail.
See examples of our work at gizmosf.com.
Position Summary
This is a shop-based position focused on the fabrication and assembly of custom exhibit components and furniture for interactive exhibit and retail environments. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled carpenter who takes pride in precision craftsmanship, can work independently, and consistently produces high-quality finished work.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3–5 years of professional carpentry, millwork, cabinetmaking, or exhibit fabrication experience.
- High level of proficiency with stationary woodworking machinery.
- High level of proficiency with standard woodworking hand tools and power tools.
- Experience with specialized woodworking tools and fabrication techniques.
- Excellent fit-up, assembly, and finishing skills.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and fabrication documents.
- Good basic math skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Experience building museum exhibits, interactive exhibits, retail displays, trade show exhibits, custom furniture, or architectural millwork is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
The Exhibit Carpenter is expected to work at a high skill level with minimal supervision while maintaining exceptional standards of craftsmanship and quality.
Responsibilities include:
- Building custom exhibit components, interactive display elements, retail fixtures, museum exhibits, custom millwork, and furniture pieces.
- Selecting, milling, cutting, fitting, assembling, gluing, sanding, and preparing materials for final installation.
- Reading and interpreting shop drawings and fabrication documents.
- Producing accurate, high-quality work that meets project specifications and deadlines.
- Assisting with exhibit assembly, installation preparation, and occasional on-site installations.
- Collaborating with project managers, designers, fabricators, and fellow craftspeople.
- Troubleshooting fabrication challenges and developing practical solutions.
- Maintaining woodworking equipment and keeping the wood shop clean, organized, and safe.
- Supporting fabrication projects that may include materials other than wood.
Compensation
Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Monday–Friday
7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
About Gizmo
Since 1996, Gizmo Art Production has partnered with artists, museums, architects, designers, corporations, and public agencies to fabricate extraordinary projects throughout the Bay Area, across the United States, and internationally.
We help artists, design firms, museums, and companies bring ambitious ideas to life through design, prototyping, fabrication, and installation. We are looking for craftspeople who take pride in their work, enjoy solving complex fabrication challenges, and want to contribute to projects that inspire and engage the public.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Application Question(s):
- Are you currently located in the San Francisco Bay Area?
Experience:
- Carpenters: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
