Apprentice Shop Carpenter

At McKinney Craftsman we love building stuff and helping people. We believe in investing in our team and growing together. Being an apprentice here is a great opportunity to learn, grow and gain valuable experience in high end carpentry, cabinet manufacturing, and woodworking. Our hope is that you would start here as a carpenter and leave here a craftsman.

Employment Status

  • 1099 Independent Contractor

Hours & Pay

  • $15 per hour + bonuses, paid weekly
  • Part Time (20+ hrs) or Full Time (35+ hrs)
  • Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8am – 6pm 
  • Option to work additional hours on Fridays as needed
  • Closed on Saturday & Sunday

Mindset

  • Humble and coachable
  • Flexible and versatile
  • Honest and principled
  • Interested in learning and growing
  • Appreciation for quality and craftsmanship

Skillset

  • We will train you up in the skills you need but you should be comfortable using hand tools and power tools
  • Having a general understanding of woodworking fundamentals is a plus
  • Carpentry experience of any kind is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Sanding, edge banding, pocket holes, hardware installation, cabinet assembly, etc.
  • Cabinet loading, unloading and delivery
  • Receiving shipments
  • Tool and fleet maintenance
  • Quality control
  • Assist lead installer with jobsite prep
  • Cleaning and organizing the shop
  • Other responsibilities as needed

Smoking Policy

McKinney Craftsman is a non-smoking company. Smoking is not permitted by our workers anywhere we do business.