Careers at OHM Timber Frames

Build timber frames with us.

We’re growing our shop team in Carlisle, PA. If you like working with your hands, care about accuracy, and want to learn the craft alongside experienced framers, we’d like to hear from you.

Open positions

Shop Hand

Full-time · In person · Carlisle, PA · Entry level

OHM Timberframes is looking for a reliable, hardworking Shop Hand to join our team. This is an entry-level position, and no prior experience is required. We are willing to train the right person.

The position involves general shop work, cleaning, organizing materials, assisting with daily tasks, and helping keep our timber frame fabrication shop running smoothly. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work and wants to learn new skills in a woodworking and manufacturing environment.

We believe in helping hardworking employees grow. Someone who demonstrates reliability, initiative, and a willingness to learn will have opportunities to develop new skills, take on additional responsibilities, and grow into more advanced roles over time.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, has a good attitude, follows instructions, and is dependable.

Duties

  • Clean and maintain shop floors, work areas, and equipment.
  • Keep tools, materials, and supplies organized.
  • Assist with moving, stacking, and organizing lumber and other materials.
  • Help keep the shop clean, orderly, and safe.
  • Assist team members with general shop tasks and projects.
  • Help prepare materials and work areas as needed.
  • Follow instructions and complete tasks efficiently.
  • Follow company safety procedures.
  • Learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities as experience grows.

Requirements

  • No prior experience necessary; entry-level applicants are encouraged to apply.
  • Dependable, punctual, and willing to work.
  • Willingness to learn and help wherever needed.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work well with others.
  • Positive attitude and attention to detail.
  • Comfortable performing hands-on, physical work.
  • Previous experience with tools, woodworking, construction, or general labor is a plus, but not required.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Pay negotiable based on experience.
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Professional development assistance
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Essetre CNC Operator

Full-time · In person · Carlisle, PA · Timber frame shop

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Essetre CNC Operator to join our timber frame fabrication shop. This position is primarily focused on operating an Essetre CNC timber-processing machine to produce custom timber frame components accurately, safely, and efficiently.

The CNC Operator will work with large structural timbers, digital production files, shop drawings, and fabrication equipment. Responsibilities include preparing and loading material, setting up and monitoring the machine, inspecting completed components, and performing hand-finishing or corrective work as needed.

Experience with CNC machinery, timber framing, carpentry, woodworking, manufacturing, or construction is preferred. However, training is available for a candidate with strong mechanical aptitude, basic computer skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

Duties

  • Operate an Essetre CNC timber-processing machine to fabricate custom timber frame components.
  • Review production files, shop drawings, technical drawings, and cutting information before beginning fabrication.
  • Set up the CNC machine for each production run and confirm that tooling, settings, and material placement are correct.
  • Load, position, secure, and unload large timbers using appropriate material-handling equipment.
  • Monitor the machine during operation and identify errors, unusual sounds, tooling issues, or other potential problems.
  • Inspect completed timber components to ensure dimensions, cuts, holes, joinery, and other details meet project specifications.
  • Label, organize, stack, and prepare completed timbers for assembly, shipment, or installation.
  • Change or assist with changing cutting tools and perform routine machine cleaning and basic maintenance.
  • Troubleshoot minor machine, tooling, or fabrication issues and report larger problems to management.
  • Maintain accurate production records and communicate clearly with designers, shop personnel, and project managers.
  • Assist with general timber frame fabrication, trial fitting, assembly, and shop work as needed.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
  • Follow all company safety procedures and applicable OSHA standards.

Requirements

  • Previous experience operating CNC machinery is preferred.
  • Experience with Essetre timber-processing equipment is highly desirable but not required.
  • Experience in timber framing, carpentry, woodworking, manufacturing, machining, or construction is preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, schematics, technical instructions, and production files.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify dimensional or fabrication errors.
  • Ability to take accurate measurements and perform basic construction-related math.
  • Basic computer skills and the ability to learn CNC control and production software.
  • Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn machine setup, tooling, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and material-handling equipment.
  • Ability to work independently while also communicating and cooperating with the fabrication team.
  • Strong safety awareness, reliability, and consistent attendance.
  • Forklift, crane, heavy-equipment, or rigging experience is a plus.
  • Experience with timber joinery, CNC programming, CAD/CAM software, or machine maintenance is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Pay negotiable, depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Health insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Affordable on-site housing available, if desired.
  • Training and opportunities to develop specialized skills in CNC timber fabrication.
  • Professional development assistance.
  • Opportunities for advancement based on skill, reliability, and experience.
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