Skilled: Woodworker

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Located in Champaign, IL

Salary: $16-$18

Position Title

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Key Responsibilities

• Operate woodworking equipment including jointers, table saws, drill presses, and other shop tools.
• Cut, shape, assemble, and finish wood components according to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and tape measure dimensions accurately.
• Apply stains, paints, and protective finishes to completed products.
• Assemble wood, metal, and electrical components as required.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Travel to customer sites, including churches, for installation and service work as needed.

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Expected Results

• Produce quality products that are square, level, plumb, and built to specification.
• Take accurate measurements and minimize material waste.
• Complete projects on schedule while maintaining craftsmanship standards.
• Ensure finished products are ready for customer installation and use.

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Skills Required

• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Blueprint reading and interpretation.
• Experience operating table saws, jointers, drill presses, and power tools.
• Finish application experience (stains, lacquers, paints, sealers).
• Basic electrical knowledge, including DC current systems.
• Woodworking and metalworking skills.
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.

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Experience Required

• Previous woodworking, carpentry, cabinetmaking, furniture manufacturing, millwork, or construction experience preferred.
• Furniture makers are ideal candidates.
• Candidates with hands-on hobby woodworking experience may be considered.
• Electrical assembly or low-voltage wiring experience is a plus.

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Qualities Required

• Punctual and dependable.
• Detail-oriented.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Enjoys working with hands and tools.
• Professional demeanor when working at customer locations.
• Clean-cut appearance.
• Respectful communication and conduct, particularly when working in churches and similar environments.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

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Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Trade school, vocational training, woodworking, carpentry, electrical, or construction training is a plus.

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Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to use hand and power tools throughout the workday.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work in a production shop environment and on installation sites.

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Equipment Used

• Table saws
• Jointers
• Drill presses
• Hand tools
• Power tools
• Measuring tapes
• Sanders
• Clamps
• Finishing equipment
• Basic electrical testing tools

  Benefits

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance 
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off/vacation 

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