We are looking for an additional carpenter to add to our team! The ideal candidate is someone who can fantastically construct and repair our statement custom furniture pieces, has exceptional attention and dedication to detail, and is a positive, fun, and can-do person. You will work alongside our carpentry team in our vibrant warehouse outside Washington, D.C., and occasionally conduct on-site visits to assist clients and our delivery teams.

This position is perfect for someone with experience in props!

We are a top specialty event rental company on the East Coast, offering a colorful collection of trend-setting rentals that create fun, joy-filled weddings and events.

SVRs Mission:
Since launching in 2012, Something Vintage has been obsessed with curating a collection of trend-setting rental pieces that create fun, joy filled, and memorable events. We believe in sustainability, giving new life to old pieces and creating opportunities for local makers. Thats why we build and craft much of our inventory in-house. We believe in the inherent beauty in handmade and vintage items, and we put our blood, sweat, and tears into each and every piece we design.


Job Info
- Full or Part Time, M-F, 8 hour shifts
- Monthly on-call weekend work
- $26.00 - $30.00 /hr based on experience
- Must relocate or commute to Temple Hills, MD
- Reports directly to Inventory + Technical Manager

Full Time Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 50% Paid Blue Cross Health Care Premium Plan
- 2 Weeks PTO + Paid Holidays
- 401k with employer matching

What Youll Do:
- Repair existing inventory, including our wide array of antique furniture and larger pieces like bars and backdrops.
- Build new inventory and custom build proposals from draftings, sketches, and concepts.
- Construct exceptional quality builds, i.e. strong/clean joints and finish work, wiped glue, even seal and stain application
- Construct pieces with durability and mobility at the forefront of your attention - our pieces shift locations and are transported frequently and need to be as strong and modular as possible.
- Maintain a clean, walkable, safe and organized workspace at all times, and follow all shop guidelines related to safety.
- Provide record of finishes and lumber used on all inventory at completion of builds.
- Assist clients with on-site walkthroughs and safe-use assembly demonstrations needed.
- Assist with general warehouse activities, on-site event installations/requirements, and monthly on-call repairs as needed.
- Be an On-Call Weekend Carpenter at least 1x per month during our busy season (April-July + September-October)

What Youll Bring to the Table:
- Extensive background in creative carpentry, fine woodworking, and furniture repair.
- Exceptional attention and dedication to detail
- Excellent ability to communicate and follow instructions
- Creative problem solving skills
- Dedication to safe shop practices
- Desire to learn and improve our inventory and exceed our clients expectations
- A positive attitude, can-do mentality, and commitment to being a team player
- Respects and embraces our diverse SVR staff

What We Require:
- 4+ Years Experience in fine woodworking and furniture repair
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and general concepts
- Exceptional knowledge of carpentry and furniture repair tools and practices
- Valid drivers license and reliable transportation
- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19
- Can safely lift 50+lbs
- Pass a criminal background check before hire.



Send us an email with a couple sentences about yourself, why you would be a good fit for this role, your resume, and a couple pictures of your work!