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Retail Carpenter Associate

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  • Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States
  • Interior Design & Visual Merchandising

Job Description

  • Job ID: 373641

  • Date posted: 21/10/2026

    • Why we will love you

    You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.
    A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share your uniqueness. Join our team and start a better life for yourself.

    What you'll be doing day to day

    You'll help enhance the in-store customer experience by creating a strong visual impression in line with the IKEA brand:

    - Constructing, building, and preparing in-store media to secure range presentation and the IKEA visual identity.
    - Reducing the environmental footprint by working consciously with resources and materials and maximizing opportunities to recycle and reuse materials.
    - Staying up to date and knowledgeable about carpentry trends to increase quality and efficiency.

    Together as a team

    At IKEA it's all about our customers, and in Customer Relations we build and retain long-lasting relationships with new and existing customers in a multichannel retail environment. We're a diverse team that work together to ensure a positive and joyful experience for all IKEA visitors and customers: we set up services, gather feedback and make things right! Our modus operandi is to connect to people by listening to their personal needs and to create genuine interactions. We're a bunch of people who are truly passionate about people!

    Apply now!

    JOB TYPE – Permanent, Part-Time
    BENEFITS ELIGIBLE? Yes
    HOURS – 12-20 hours per week. Must have working availability 3 days a week from Mondays to Fridays between the hours of 6:00AM-12:30PM. (Some weekends shifts are required, depending on the needs of the business, remodels/special projects, etc.)

    The hourly pay rate range for this role is $25.06 - $28.82

    At IKEA, taking care of our co-workers and their dependents is a top priority. That’s why we offer our eligible, regular co-workers (part-time and full-time) a full menu of benefits and perk options to ​help everyone maintain work and life balance, be well and plan for their future. Join our team and enjoy these benefits and so much more!

    Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
    WiselyPay – get earned wages up to two days early
    Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
    KinderCare tuition discount  
    Retirement and bonus plans
    Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
    Pet insurance program
    Education assistance and learning programs
    Safety shoe reimbursement
    24/7 telehealth visits
    Dental and vision plans
    Medical and Rx plans (Must work minimum of 20 hours per week)
    A fun and inclusive work environment!

    ** Thank you for your interest in applying for this role. The successful candidate will be required to complete and pass background check and a drug test as a condition of employment for this role.

    Qualifications

    • 3 years of carpentry-related work experience and craftsmanship skills.
    • Retail, strong construction, exhibition installation, or store fixture with a hands-on approach experience a plus.
    • Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
    • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
    • Comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment under minimal supervision.
    • Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with the team.
    • A good eye for aesthetics, visual presentation, and home furnishing solutions.
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