Handrail & Finish Carpenter
Southern Staircase · Lakeland, FL, US · United States · On-site
Pay: USD 28 – 32 a hour
Posted Sep 18, 2026
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Position Overview
🔨 Handrail Installer | $28–$32/Hour + Full Benefits
📍 Location: Lakeland, FL🕒 Position: Full-Time💰 Pay: $28.00–$32.00/hour, based on experience
Build Custom Handrail Systems You Can Be Proud Of
Southern Staircase, part of Edge Building Solutions , is looking for an experienced Handrail Installer to join our growing team in Lakeland.
If you have a background in handrail installation, trim carpentry, or finish carpentry and enjoy detailed, hands-on work, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work on custom, high-end staircase and handrail projects .
We work with professional builders and developers to design, build, and install premium stair and handrail systems—and we’re looking for people who take pride in doing quality work.
💰 What We Offer
$28–$32/hour , based on experience
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Support
Paid Time Off
9 Paid Holidays
Consistent, full-time work
Supportive, team-oriented work environment
Opportunities to work on a variety of custom projects
🛠️ Your Role
As a Handrail Installer, you’ll be responsible for installing and completing custom handrail systems while maintaining Southern Staircase quality and safety standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
Installing custom and high-end handrail systems
Working with a variety of materials, including wood, metal, glass, and cable
Following installation standards and applicable local building codes
Coordinating parts, materials, and deliveries to job sites
Communicating with project managers regarding job progress and timelines
Keeping job sites clean, organized, and safe
Delivering quality workmanship and maintaining a professional customer experience
👷 What You Bring
We're looking for someone with hands-on experience and strong attention to detail.
Required/Preferred Experience & Skills:
Experience with handrail installation, trim carpentry, or finish carpentry
Strong woodworking and construction skills
Ability to accurately measure and apply basic geometry
Comfortable working with different materials and tools
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Must be 21 years of age or older
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
Comfortable working in different weather and job-site conditions
Strong communication and teamwork skills
✈️ Travel
This is a high-travel position (75%+) . You’ll have the opportunity to work on different projects and job sites while building experience with custom staircase and handrail systems.
🤝 Why Southern Staircase?
We believe great work starts with a great team.
At Southern Staircase, we value:
Teamwork – We work together and support one another.
Accountability – We do what we say we’ll do.
Continuous Improvement – We’re always looking for ways to get better.
Empowerment – We trust our team to take ownership.
Innovation –…