Ezra Lee Design+Build
Overview
We are a community‑oriented makers studio that offers memberships, workshops, and creative experiences using a wide range of professional‑grade equipment, including a CNC router, full woodworking shop, welding and metal fabrication tools, laser equipment, and more. We also partner with our sister company, Hue & Hem, producing and selling custom furniture.
Day‑to‑Day Tasks
Building high‑quality custom cabinets, furniture, and bespoke pieces for clients
Managing and executing furniture designs from concept to finished product
Producing items for consignment with a focus on craftsmanship, durability, and aesthetics
Hosting workshop classes to instruct individuals with varying skill levels
Growing and managing member relationships to support a thriving community
Creating B2B partnerships with local businesses, vendors, and collaborators
Working with schools and educational platforms to develop maker‑focused relationships
Helping develop additional revenue streams that support long‑term studio success
Technical & Shop Responsibilities
Operate and maintain major shop equipment (table saw, jointer/planer, CNC, sanders, band saws, welding equipment, metal fabrication tools)
Maintain safe shop practices and assist in establishing standard operating procedures
Oversee material selection, ordering, and inventory as needed
Instructional & Community Support
Lead small project‑based classes for community members
Serve as a mentor and skills resource for beginner‑level makers, studio members, and staff
Help shape new class offerings that align with your skill set
Support membership engagement through education, collaboration, and community‑building
Focus on constant improvement and self‑learning to continue providing a world‑class experience to both members and clients
Business & Growth Responsibilities
Grow and manage studio memberships, ensuring a welcoming and supportive environment
Build partnerships with local schools, universities, and vocational programs to expand educational relationships
Develop B2B partnerships to strengthen the studio’s network, capabilities, and visibility
Identify and support the creation of new revenue streams—from workshops to product offerings to strategic collaborations
Who You Are
A skilled woodworker, cabinetmaker, furniture builder, or fabricator with 3–10+ years of hands‑on professional experience
Competent in fine woodworking joinery, accuracy, finishing techniques, and project assembly
Able to interpret drawings, create cut lists, and execute precise builds with minimal supervision
Confident and safe using all major woodshop tools; CNC or metal fabrication experience is a major plus
Creative, patient, and enthusiastic about sharing knowledge with beginners
Comfortable working independently on client jobs and taking ownership of outcomes
Organized, reliable, and able to help maintain a clean, friendly, and professional studio environment
Community‑minded and excited by the opportunity to help grow a makerspace through outreach, relationships, and innovation
Preferred Skills
CNC programming (Biesse/Rover/Biesseworks or similar)
Welding and metal furniture fabrication
CAD experience (SketchUp, Fusion 360, Cabinet Vision, etc.)
Experience developing or teaching maker‑style classes
Finishing expertise (spray finishing, stains, oils, lacquers, etc.)
Experience with partnerships, sales, or community engagement (preferred but not required)
Why Join Us
Opportunity to take a lead role in developing the entire custom furniture division
Creative autonomy to design and build original work
Access to a full makerspace with high‑end equipment
Flexible environment where your ideas and craftsmanship directly shape the studio’s future
A community‑centered space where your work genuinely matters to local makers
Growth‑focused role with potential for profit sharing or bonuses as the custom work and membership divisions expand
Application Requirements
A resume or brief summary of relevant experience
A portfolio of past work
Job Details
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Industry: Architecture and Planning
Location: Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area, Salt Lake City, UT
Salary: $81,200.00 – $181,600.00 annually (varies by location)
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Day‑to‑Day Tasks
Building high‑quality custom cabinets, furniture, and bespoke pieces for clients
Managing and executing furniture designs from concept to finished product
Producing items for consignment with a focus on craftsmanship, durability, and aesthetics
Hosting workshop classes to instruct individuals with varying skill levels
Growing and managing member relationships to support a thriving community
Creating B2B partnerships with local businesses, vendors, and collaborators
Working with schools and educational platforms to develop maker‑focused relationships
Helping develop additional revenue streams that support long‑term studio success
Technical & Shop Responsibilities
Operate and maintain major shop equipment (table saw, jointer/planer, CNC, sanders, band saws, welding equipment, metal fabrication tools)
Maintain safe shop practices and assist in establishing standard operating procedures
Oversee material selection, ordering, and inventory as needed
Instructional & Community Support
Lead small project‑based classes for community members
Serve as a mentor and skills resource for beginner‑level makers, studio members, and staff
Help shape new class offerings that align with your skill set
Support membership engagement through education, collaboration, and community‑building
Focus on constant improvement and self‑learning to continue providing a world‑class experience to both members and clients
Business & Growth Responsibilities
Grow and manage studio memberships, ensuring a welcoming and supportive environment
Build partnerships with local schools, universities, and vocational programs to expand educational relationships
Develop B2B partnerships to strengthen the studio’s network, capabilities, and visibility
Identify and support the creation of new revenue streams—from workshops to product offerings to strategic collaborations
Who You Are
A skilled woodworker, cabinetmaker, furniture builder, or fabricator with 3–10+ years of hands‑on professional experience
Competent in fine woodworking joinery, accuracy, finishing techniques, and project assembly
Able to interpret drawings, create cut lists, and execute precise builds with minimal supervision
Confident and safe using all major woodshop tools; CNC or metal fabrication experience is a major plus
Creative, patient, and enthusiastic about sharing knowledge with beginners
Comfortable working independently on client jobs and taking ownership of outcomes
Organized, reliable, and able to help maintain a clean, friendly, and professional studio environment
Community‑minded and excited by the opportunity to help grow a makerspace through outreach, relationships, and innovation
Preferred Skills
CNC programming (Biesse/Rover/Biesseworks or similar)
Welding and metal furniture fabrication
CAD experience (SketchUp, Fusion 360, Cabinet Vision, etc.)
Experience developing or teaching maker‑style classes
Finishing expertise (spray finishing, stains, oils, lacquers, etc.)
Experience with partnerships, sales, or community engagement (preferred but not required)
Why Join Us
Opportunity to take a lead role in developing the entire custom furniture division
Creative autonomy to design and build original work
Access to a full makerspace with high‑end equipment
Flexible environment where your ideas and craftsmanship directly shape the studio’s future
A community‑centered space where your work genuinely matters to local makers
Growth‑focused role with potential for profit sharing or bonuses as the custom work and membership divisions expand
Application Requirements
A resume or brief summary of relevant experience
A portfolio of past work
Job Details
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Industry: Architecture and Planning
Location: Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area, Salt Lake City, UT
Salary: $81,200.00 – $181,600.00 annually (varies by location)
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