Carpintero / Estructurador

description about the company burton james, recognized for its high-quality custom seating and home furnishings, is a privately owned, founder-led company with a fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture. we design, sell, and distribute luxury custom seating to interior designers and boutique/luxury retailers around the world. about the role burton james is seeking a skilled framer / carpenter to support our frame & build team. this role involves cutting and assembling wood frames for custom upholstered furniture, as well as general carpentry to create other wood components. the ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to consistent quality, accurate measurements, and efficient work habits. core responsibilities measure, cut, and assemble solid hardwood frames for custom upholstered furniture by following work orders, shop drawings, and reference photos fabricate wood components such as frames, legs, bases, and other parts using standard carpentry techniques operate woodworking machinery and hand tools, including table saws, miter saws, band saws, planers, and jointers, safely and accurately install blocking, reinforcement, and other required components during and after frame assembly routinely check measurements, squareness, and alignment prior to releasing frames to the next department make adjustments or repairs as needed to ensure frames meet quality and measurement standards follow daily build schedules and priorities as assigned by the department lead additional expectations be punctual and dependable; provide advance notice of schedule conflicts or absences demonstrate a willingness to learn new techniques and improve skills over time maintain a clean, organized workstation; care for tools and equipment to ensure longevity; and follow all safety protocols what we can do for you: play a pivotal role in our company’s transformation and growth align with a growing company that operates in the luxury market provide training and career development opportunities enjoy a high-paced and collaborative work environment eligible for up to a 6% employer 401(k) contribution following six months of employment take advantage of paid time off away from work, including scheduled company holidays participate in competitive benefits and incentivizing programs team building company sponsored events employee discount and bi-annual sample sale experience & qualifications 2-4 years of experience in furniture framing or carpentry, ideally in high-end or custom furniture production experience with precise measuring, cutting, and assembly, and familiarity with hardwoods, plywood, and other materials commonly used in furniture construction strong attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship ability to work efficiently and independently while communicating clearly and working well as part of a team bilingual in english and spanish is highly preferred but not required physical requirements: the physical demands described here are representative of those that are required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; as well as reach with hands and arms. the employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with the assistance of team members. specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. ability to work in open environment with fluctuating temperatures and standard lighting. other considerations: please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the role. compensation starting base pay: $22+ per hour. exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.