Build Specialist

The Build Specialist is responsible for taking our unique design concepts and successfully being able to build custom displays or custom pieces for retail, trade shows, museums, product prototypes, or anything our clients may want or request. Our expert Build Specialists work together to figure out the best possible way to make what may seem impossible, possible and bring it to physical form.

• are constantly moving.
• enjoy building, creating, and constructing.
• enjoy working alongside colleagues and are a contributing team member.
• efficiently work independently on projects within a tight timeline.
• accept criticism and have a positive attitude.
• are flexible and willing to put in additional time, work nights, weekends when needed.
• are proactive and dislike boredom.
• pay attention to detail and expect high quality.
• have the ability to work in very close tolerances and have a keen sense for detail.
• work in a fast-paced environment.
• comfortable working in a production environment; it is noisy and dusty at times.
• can easily manage multiple projects at once.
• have excellent communication skills.
• are creative and imaginative.
• are organized and self-motivated.

• Build and install custom displays retail displays and other environmental components and graphics.
• Cut, trim, file, bend images and or materials using hand-held razors, straight edges, and power tools.
• Sand, finish, and clean material prior to painting.
• Mount images/graphics and other display components to various substrates.
• Apply paint to surfaces using various tools: artistic fine detail brushes to spray gun.
• Perform light maintenance duties within all WB buildings.
• Regularly clean and maintain equipment/tools, as well as work area to ensure a safe work environment.
• Remove, dispose, and store materials properly.
• Work independently on projects, within a tight timeline.
• Collaborate alongside colleagues and external consultants.
• Be flexible and willing to adapt design ideas to meet technical criteria.
• Support the organization by converting concepts and ideas into final projects ready by deadline.
• Understand our clients and their demand standard for quality and innovative work.
• Drive a lift truck safely.
• Custom acrylic work and heat bending.
• Vinyl installation.
• Assist in operating and maintaining Digital router tables when needed.
• Assist in the operation of a 60" wide laminator for applying polyester laminates to printed images.
• Assist in other Finishing & Building team responsibilities needed.

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience; Prototype, Carpentry, Custom building/cabinets or related fields.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in building and/or carpentry, custom cabinet building.
• Must have a clean driving record and valid driver’s license.
• Must be fluent with materials.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime when workload and project deadlines dictate (sporadic weekends).
• Must be able to collaborate alongside colleagues and external consultants professionally and efficiently.
• Must be open to occasional travel to assist in occasional installs, both local and/or overnight.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Strong math skills and the ability to read and understand ruler and measurement.
• Basic computer skills (email, web browser).
• This role requires an in-office work structure where the employee in this role must work on-site in the Wild Blue office. A hybrid or remote work structure is not possible for this role within the organization.

Submit the following to Wild Blue’s Human Resource Director, Carrie Mueller: carriem@wildbluetech.com

1. Cover Letter introducing yourself, explain why this position is a fit for you and any salary or other expectations you seek.
2. Resume or CV.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)- https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)- https://www.eeoc.gov/employees/
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) – https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/polygraph

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