Shop Hand / Production Technician

ABOUT ACACIA WOODWORKS Acacia Woodworks is a custom cabinetry and millwork shop in West Jordan, Utah. We build high-end cabinetry for homeowners, designers, and builders, and we care about doing the work right. We are a small, owner-run team, so everyone here matters and good people grow fast. THE ROLE We are hiring a Shop Hand to support our cabinetmakers and shop team in the day-to-day production of custom cabinetry. This is a hands-on role covering material handling, shop organization, assembly, sanding, finishing prep, and deliveries. No cabinetmaking experience is required. If you are reliable, mechanically inclined, and want to learn a trade, we will train you, and this role can grow into a cabinetmaker or installer position. Position Shop Hand / Production Technician • Location West Jordan, UT (on-site shop) • Employment type Full-time, hourly • Schedule Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM • Pay $21 to $24 per hour, depending on experience • Reports to Owners • Start date Late October to early November 2026 WHAT YOU WILL DO Production support · Assist cabinetmakers and shop leads with daily production tasks · Break down lumber and sheet goods as directed · Assist with cabinet assembly, drawer assembly, and door preparation · Sand cabinet components and prepare parts for finishing · Assist with staining, painting, masking, and finishing prep as needed · Operate basic woodworking equipment after proper training Materials and organization · Load, unload, move, and organize lumber, sheet goods, hardware, and finished cabinetry · Sort and organize materials and components by project · Keep parts accurately tracked and organized throughout production · Keep work areas, tools, machinery, and the overall shop clean and organized Deliveries and installs · Load and unload materials and finished cabinetry for deliveries and installations · Help installers carry, protect, and position cabinets on job sites Safety and upkeep · Follow all company safety procedures and wear required PPE · Help maintain shop vehicles, tools, and equipment · Identify and report damaged materials, defective parts, equipment problems, or safety concerns · Perform other general shop duties as needed to keep production running smoothly WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR (Required) · Reliable, on time, and ready to work a full shift · Mechanically inclined and comfortable working with your hands · Willing to learn, take direction, and follow safety procedures · Attention to detail and pride in quality work · Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the shop · At least 18 years old Nice to have · Experience in a cabinet shop, millwork shop, construction, or other trade · Familiarity with basic power tools or woodworking equipment · Experience with sanding, finishing, or painting · Interest in growing into a cabinetmaker or installer role PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT · Regularly lift and carry materials and cabinetry, up to 50 lbs alone and heavier items with a team · Stand, bend, kneel, and work on your feet for extended periods · Safely handle full-size sheet goods and large cabinet components · Work in a woodworking shop with exposure to dust, noise, and finishing materials, using required PPE · Occasionally work on residential and commercial job sites during deliveries and installs Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. WHY WORK WITH US · Full-time hourly pay: $21 to $24 per hour, depending on experience · Pay review at 90 days · Six paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas · Safety gear and PPE provided · Monday to Friday daytime schedule · Paid on-the-job training in cabinetmaking and installation · A clear path to grow into a cabinetmaker or installer role · Small, owner-run team where your work is seen · Company benefits program launching January 2027 HOW TO APPLY Send a short note about yourself and any relevant work experience (a resume is helpful but not required) to Griffin Watts at gwatts@acaciawoodworks.com, or call 801.946.0916. Tell us why you want to learn the trade. Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Work Location: In person