Shop Technician 2 (Fabricator) / Full-Time / Baltimore/Columbia MD

Shop Technician II (Fabricator)

Cambium, a circular economy innovator, tackles key environmental challenges in supply chains. Utilizing our Traece® technology, we salvage fallen lumber and transform it into Carbon Smart Wood™, a carbon-negative building material.

About Us

Cambium is a growth stage start-up using technology to make it easy to access material we normally waste, turning salvaged lumber into Carbon Smart Wood™. We recently closed a $18.5M Series A funding round to make it easier to buy, sell, and move fiber across the supply chain. In addition to being named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024, we serve clients like Amazon, Equinox, Room & Board, and other leading brands in the construction, design, and furniture industries. It’s an exciting time of growth for Cambium, and we’re looking for ambitious, energetic people to join our mission.

About This Role

As Shop Technician II (Fabricator), you have a special opportunity to come in at the ground floor and provide incredible objects to customers all over the country while fighting climate change at scale. You’ll be a key part of daily operations at our East Coast manufacturing facility, responsible for efficient craftsmanship and high-quality production. We’re looking for a hands-on, curious, and adaptable doer who will contribute on Day 1.

What You’ll Do Here

• Support the Senior Shop Manager with Fabrication related tasks
• Operate woodshop tools and millwork equipment such as table saws, planers, sanders, gang rips, and jointers to process raw boards into finished goods.
• Pull material and organize builds to keep production flowing efficiently.
• Deliver high-quality finished products by meticulously overseeing all production stages from rough cut to final specification.
• Follow safety protocols, daily task lists, and standard operating procedures to maintain a clean and hazard-free shop.
• Manage 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.
• Perform routine maintenance and upkeep of tools and equipment to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Your Skill Sets and Capabilities Include

• You have 2-3 years minimum with shop tools and industrial equipment, and comfortable in a woodshop or factory environment.
• Experience using the following shop tools: Jointer, Table-Saw, and a Planer.
• Molder experience a plus; experience operating a molder or similar profiling equipment is highly valued.
• You are able to read and interpret shop and architectural drawings.
• You prioritize safety and follow protocols consistently.
• You move with urgency and stay focused in high-output environments.
• You have a willingness to learn and solve problems in real time.
• 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.
• Forklift Certification preferred
• DOT Certification preferred

The Details

• This role will report to: Senior Shop Manager
• Salary Range: 55-65K
• Where: Baltimore MD / Columbia MD

Benefits and Perks

• Equity options package
• Unlimited PTO and flexible schedule
• 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. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.