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Carpenter

Cobden, IL Posted Nov 10, 2026
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About the job

WoodMaster Portable Buildings, a Division of Tuff Shed, the industry leader in storage buildings, is currently looking for a Carpenter located at our manufacturing Plant. We're looking for motivated and team oriented individuals!

Essentials job duties include but are not limited to:

Constructs and assembles wooden structures

Utilizes and understands work orders, specifications, and blueprints to understand project requirements

Aligns and fits hardware such as locks, handles, and hinges

Ensures measurements are accurate for the construction/assembly of products

Safely uses hand and power tools during the construction/assembly process

Caulks, seals and paints products

Inspects and adjusts materials ensuring built to specifications

Informs the Carpenter Foreman when inventory levels are low

Complies with Safety and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements including maintaining a clean and organized work area each day.

Adheres to safety protocols and maintains a clean work environment

Immediately informs the Carpenter Foreman of unsafe working conditions

Performing all other duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned by the WMPB management

Carpentry employees may be required to work overtime (including some weekend work) in order to fulfil the requirements of the role; in addition, s/he must be present in the Store, as scheduled, and work all required hours

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

A willingness to learn the construction industry, basic carpentry skills, basic painting skills

Ability to safely operate air tools, hammer, saw, drill, and other basic hand tools preferred

Ability to use forklift

A willingness to learn basic arithmetic as well as read a tape measure, working drawings and speed square

Ability to communicate effectively with others

Ability to work well as a team

Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding

Ability to work outdoors

Ability to understand and follow instructions

May be required to successfully complete WMPB forklift certification and/or the use of a mule.

Ability and willingness to learn & interpret blueprints.

Team oriented mindset and work collaboratively with team members

EXPERIENCE:

No experience required

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent

PRODUCTION WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Ability to work in a manufacturing plant environment. Ability to perform the essential functions required to meet production standards.

Frequently moves materials and tools (up to 50 lbs regularly, up to 75 lbs occasionally)

Participate in team moves of large components (e.g., walls, trusses) weighing up to 200 lbs, requiring coordination and shared load bearing.

Frequently works at heights which may require using ladders, scaffolding, and lifts to access elevated work areas such as rooftops and ceilings while adhering to safety rules and protocols.

Performs repetitive tasks such as measuring, cutting, fastening, sealing, and installing materials.

Moving materials on and off tables and racks.

Frequent repositioning of body and remaining stationary for long periods of time in order to perform essential tasks that may include kneeling, bending, squatting, or crouching, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing and walking or otherwise moving about the facility.

Performs tasks typically described as overhead work independently and as part of a team to install walls, roofing or ceiling components.

Ability to complete tasks on sloped, uneven, and elevated surfaces.

Ability to move across hard surfaces while carrying tools and materials.

Uses hand and power tools requiring repetitive motion.

Ability to adequately inspect work to identify quality concerns and safety hazards.

Communicates effectively to understand instructions, warning signals, and environmental queues (e.g., operating machinery, equipment, or calls for assistance).

Work in indoor and outdoor environments, including exposure to noise, dust, temperature extremes, and other construction-related conditions.

Exposure to chemicals, such as paint.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

An opportunity to join a successful company and be part of the growth of the team!

WoodMaster Portable Buildings offers a great Benefits package for our full-time employees! - It pays to be a WoodMaster Portable Buildings team member:

OUR COMPETITIVE BENEFITS AND REWARDS

Competitive compensation and bonus programs (based on position)

Medical Benefits including Virtual Visits- The care you need-when, where and how you need it!

Dental & Vision Benefits

Flexible Savings Account (FSA)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – You’re more than an employee - Get rewarded for long and loyal service with ownership interest in the Company

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.

401(k) plan

On-Demand Access to Your Pay! - Why wait until pay day?

NEXT STEPS:

Click the “apply” button to submit your application

To learn about WoodMaster Portable Buildings go to: www.wmbuildings.com/careers

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