Fabrication Specialist

Universal Services Associates, Inc. is (www.buildwithusa.com) is a nationally renowned exhibit fabrication firm located just outside of Philadelphia, PA. We are searching for experienced fabrication technicians to work in the development of permanent exhibits for Museums, Visitor Centers, Zoos and Aquariums. The work is very diverse and ever changing therefore preferred candidates will have a multi-disciplined fabrication background including skills such as carpentry, cabinet making, model making, electronics, machining, paint finishing and plastics fabrication

Summary: We are seeking experienced, dependable craftsmen or women who possess a positive attitude and strong work ethic to thrive in the fast-paced, creative setting within our fabrication team. The ideal candidate should have experience in the fabrication of museum exhibits, trade show booths, theatre, television, or retail/corporate interiors using a variety of materials such as woods, plastics, laminates and metal.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow shop drawings to fabricate project scope items to a high level of finish and exacting specifications.

• Lead small to medium-sized teams to complete various projects, and tasks (for upper-level fabricators).

• Participate in installations, where needed.

• Work with diverse materials, tools, and processes to complement carpentry focus.

• The candidate must follow established safety rules.

• Painting and finishing work for projects.

• Professional client relations while on-site for surveys and installations

• Collaborate with other team members for material research and estimation

• Maintain a clean and organized shop and workspaces

• Other additional duties and functions include other tasks as needed per project and around the shop.

• Can anticipate and solve practical production challenges.

Qualifications:

• 2-6 years of woodworking, cabinetmaking, and general fabrication experience; position is commensurate with experience.

• Proven interpersonal skills and experience working with teams under a schedule.

• Professional shop experience and general knowledge of shop safety.

• Experience working on installation sites and managing teams is strongly preferred.

• Experience and ability to operate heavy machinery as well as large trucks.

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

• Must be able to stand on feet for 10-12-hour shifts and be able to lift heavy materials.

• Able to work late nights and weekends when needed.

• High School graduate and/or a certificate from a trade school or apprenticeship program.

• Must have valid driver's license in good standing.

• Proficiency in Microsoft programs.

• 3 plus years in custom fabrication services

• Ability to read and understand production assembly drawings and specifications (CAD).

• Strong knowledge of fabrication and materials applications.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Consistent attention to detail and a dedication to excellence.

• Ability to work well with project leads.

• Experience in a fast-paced production/shop environment.

• Must possess a respectful disposition with all team members.

• Adobe suits and CNC programing knowledge are a plus.

• Understands the workflow from design to preconstruction to fabrication.

• Training in the operation of forklifts and scissor lifts a plus.

• Safety certification/knowledge a plus.

Company Benefits:

• Dental insurance

• Disability insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Sick Time

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10-hour shifts

• Monday

• Thursday

• Overtime on as needed basis

Salary:

• Hourly Pay

• Non-Exempt Status

• Hourly Rate = $18 to $26 @ hour

• Dependent on experience

For more information or to apply, email your resume and/or cover letter to: kmyers@buildwithusa.com