Craftsperson – Carpentry, Cabinetry, Paint & Metal; Exhibit and Trade Show Industry

This is a Full Time position in the field of Live Event Staging, Crewing, & Production , located in Huntington Beach, CA .

Show Ready is looking for skilled and motivated craftspeople to join our shop team. We are seeking individuals with experience in general carpentry, cabinetry, painting/finishes, metalwork, or related fabrication. We build custom trade show exhibits, museum displays, retail fixtures, scenic elements, and experiential environments. Entry-level candidates are welcome, and we offer mentorship for individuals motivated to learn and develop their craftsmanship.

• Build and assemble custom exhibit components, scenic elements, retail displays, and experiential environments.
• Read and interpret CAD drawings, shop drawings, and construction documents.
• Work with a variety of materials, including:
  Wood and plywood, MDF, Laminates, Acrylics, Aluminum framing, Paints and finishes, Scenic finishes, and specialty materials.
• Use hand and power tools safely and properly.
• Follow assigned tasks, project requirements, and production schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment.
• Work as part of a team to meet quality and production expectations.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures when working with tools, machinery, and materials.

Experience in one or more of the following areas is helpful:

• General carpentry
• Cabinetry
• Display or exhibit fabrication
• Painting and finishing
• Metal fabrication
• Scenic fabrication

Experience with shop equipment and tools such as:

• Table saws
• Panel saws
• Routers
• Planers
• Sanders
• Hand tools
• Material-handling equipment, including forklifts
• Knowledge of cabinetry construction, laminates, paints and finishes, or metalwork is a plus.

Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply. Mentorship and opportunities to develop additional skills are available.

If you enjoy hands-on work, building things, working with different materials, and being part of a team that brings custom projects to life, this is an opportunity to develop and apply your craftsmanship skills. Whether you have years of fabrication experience or want to grow your skills with support from experienced craftspeople, we encourage you to apply.

The Shop at Show Ready is an 81,000 square foot private label fabrication facility in Los Angeles, dedicated to serving the trade show, museum, retail, and event industries. As an extension of your team, we offer comprehensive turnkey and à la carte solutions that transform your vision into reality. From engineering and fabrication to event logistics and installation, we simplify the complex.

We have partnered with ProductionHUB to provide you with the most valuable and exclusive job service in the industry.