Carpenter

About the role

At ET Global, we don’t just build structures — we build experiences that move people. As a global leader in experiential environments, trade show architecture, and brand-driven fabrication, we transform ideas into physical realities with precision, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to quality. Every project is a partnership. Every detail matters. Every build is an opportunity to elevate what’s possible.

Responsibilities

• Build custom components using wood, laminates, composites, and specialty materials
• Interpret detailed shop drawings and translate them into precise, high-quality builds
• Operate woodworking machinery, hand tools, and power tools with expert proficiency
• Fabricate scenic elements, platforms, walls, cabinetry, and exhibit structures
• Participate in pre-assembly, test fits, and quality assurance reviews
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and fellow fabricators to solve challenges creatively and efficiently
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace aligned with ET Global standards
• Support onsite installations and dismantles when required (travel may be part of the role)

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional carpentry or fabrication experience (exhibit, event, or theatrical fabrication strongly preferred)
• A deep understanding of woodworking techniques, joinery, and material behavior
• Ability to read and execute from technical drawings with accuracy
• Proficiency with shop equipment including table saws, routers, sanders; CNC familiarity is a plus
• A commitment to craftsmanship, consistency, and detail
• Ability to work under deadlines without compromising quality
• Physical capability to lift 50+ lbs and perform hands-on fabrication tasks
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for installations

Preferred Skills

• Experience in trade show or live event production
• Knowledge of metalwork, plastics, scenic painting, or hybrid fabrication
• CNC router experience or CAD/CAM familiarity