Shop Technician I

About Us

Cambium is a modern American wood manufacturer, distributor, and technology company connecting and modernizing the wood economy. We work with architects, builders, and leading brands across the built environment, including Amazon, Room & Board, and Equinox. Our work has been recognized by Time's Best Inventions and Fast Company's Innovation by Design Awards. Technology is how we match supply to demand across a fragmented industry. The American hardwood industry has lost more than half its sawmills in the last two decades. Quality trees go to waste, and the US imports more lumber than it produces, even though domestic capacity could meet nearly all of our needs. Until now, this industry forced a choice: local relationships or national scale, meaningful materials or modern efficiency. We don't think those are real tradeoffs. We're building the infrastructure to prove it, with modern software, better supply chains, and a clear view of what comes next: a wood economy that's local, efficient, and built to last.

About This Role

As Shop Technician I, you’ll be a key part of daily operations at our East Coast manufacturing facility. This role requires confidence working with woodshop tools and millwork equipment, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety, speed, and consistency. You’ll be hands-on across every step of the production process. From drying and milling final fabrication, you’ll be part of a tight-knit team focused on delivering high-quality, Carbon Smart Wood™ products.

What You’ll Do Here

• Support the Senior Shop Manager with day-to-day shop operations, order fulfillment, fabrication, and inventory movement.

• Operate woodshop tools and millwork equipment such as table saws, planers, sanders, gang rips, and jointers to process raw boards into finished goods.

• Load and unload lumber, organize materials, and stage inventory to keep production flowing efficiently.

• Package, label, and prepare finished orders for shipping, ensuring all items meet quality standards.

• Follow safety protocols, daily task lists, and standard operating procedures to maintain a clean and hazard-free shop.

• Assist with R&D and prototyping tasks by fabricating product samples or components based on provided specs or mockups.

• Contribute to a team culture that values hustle, consistency, and accountability.

Your Skill Sets and Capabilities Include

• You are experienced with shop tools and industrial equipment, and comfortable in a woodshop or factory environment.

• You have experience in woodworking or construction.

• Forklift Certification preferred

• DOT Certification preferred

• You prioritize safety and follow protocols consistently.

• You move with urgency and stay focused in high-output environments.

• You produce high-quality work and spot issues before they become problems.

• You follow through on tasks, communicate clearly, and take pride in doing your part well.

• You’re a reliable teammate who contributes to shop rhythm and morale—no ego, just good work.

• You’re detail-oriented when handling one-off or custom builds, and able to follow prototyping instructions precisely.

The Details

• This role will report to: Michael Sheets, Sr Shop Manager

• Salary Range: $55-65k or commensurate with experience

• When: September 1st

• Where: Baltimore, MD, Columbia, MD

Benefits and Perks

• Equity options package

• Flexible PTO

• 401k matching

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance

• Work with an incredibly smart, diverse, climate mission-driven team

• An opportunity to play a core role in defining our fast-growing company

• Volunteer tree planting days

Cambium is committed to building an inclusive organization that reflects the diverse communities our team works to serve. We believe that diversity in all its forms (gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, veteran's status, disability and more) is essential to imagining and actively building a more just and sustainable future for all. We hope you feel welcome here.