Custom Handrail Installer & Trim Carpenter

Southern Staircase • Raleigh, NC

9d • $28 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Southern Staircase, part of Edge Building Solutions, is hiring an experienced Handrail Installer to install custom, high-end handrail systems at construction sites. The role suits someone with hands-on carpentry experience who takes pride in precise workmanship, understands construction details, and enjoys working on unique residential and commercial projects. Installations may use wood, metal, glass, and cable.

The position is based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and requires more than 75% travel. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with additional availability as business needs require. Pay is piece-rate after the training period; the posting describes an average equivalent earning potential of $28–$32 per hour, depending on production.

Southern Staircase partners with professional builders and developers to design, manufacture, and install premium staircase and handrail systems. The company emphasizes craftsmanship, teamwork, accountability, innovation, continuous improvement, and a respectful, supportive environment where employees can develop their skills and take pride in their work. It is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Requirements

• Experience in custom handrail installation and/or trim carpentry.
• Strong woodworking and general construction skills.
• Familiarity with wood, metal, glass, and cable handrail systems.
• Solid measurement and math skills, including basic geometry.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Clean motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to lift and maneuver materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying construction-site conditions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel more than 75% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Install custom handrail systems using wood, metal, glass, and cable.
• Follow company installation standards and applicable local building codes.
• Prepare parts takeoffs and coordinate material deliveries to jobsites.
• Communicate installation progress, scheduling needs, and unexpected jobsite issues to the Installation Manager.
• Identify and report unusual site conditions that may affect installation.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe jobsites while delivering quality results.
• Provide professional service and help ensure customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Accrued paid time off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays
• Collaborative workplace that encourages learning, accountability, and professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed