Pay Range:

$30.00 - $35.00+ per hour (Depending on experience and bench test results)

Job Type:

Full-time | W2 or 1099 Independent Contractor options available

Location:

Fort Myers Schedule:

Monday - Friday About Abernathy Abernathy Finish Master is a premier custom cabinetry manufacturer in Southwest Florida. We build, finish, and install ultra-premium, American-made cabinetry for high-end residential customers. Under new ownership, we are building a craftsman-first culture backed by strong operational support. The Role (No people management duties) We are looking for an elite Cabinet Finisher & Custom Colorist to anchor our in-house premium finishing operations. You will be the final, critical touchpoint on our luxury products. This is a pure craftsman role. Your sole focus is the booth, the mixing station, and delivering a flawless final product.

Key Responsibilities Custom Color Matching:

Formulate, mix, and match complex custom stains, paints, tints, and glazes to match client specifications and designer samples perfectly.

Premium Application:

Expertly spray high-end architectural finishes

Surface Prep & Quality Control:

Oversee and execute the final prep, sanding, grain-filling, and sealing of raw wood and MDF to ensure a flawless substrate before spraying.

Touch-Ups & Field Repair:

Perform high-level, seamless touch-ups on-site for high-end residential installs when necessary.

Equipment & Supply Management:

Maintain, clean, and troubleshoot shop spray equipment, pumps, fluid lines, and

AAA / HVLP

guns. Monitor coating inventory and order supplies proactively to eliminate shop downtime. What We Are Looking For 5+ years of professional experience in custom cabinet finishing.

Mastery of color theory:

Deep understanding of tinting, blending, and how wood grain species affect final color outcomes under different lighting conditions.

Chemical Coating Expertise:

Complete understanding of pot life, flash times, catalysts, and curing processes for industrial wood coatings, including troubleshooting environmental factors like SWFL humidity.

Zero-Ramp Autonomy:

Ability to step into a custom spray booth on Day 1 and run it with zero hand-holding.

Tool Mastery:

Deep experience with Air-Assisted Airless (AAA) and HVLP spray systems. The Practical Bench Test (Show Us What You Can Do) Qualified candidates will be invited to our shop for a brief, hands-on finishing and color-matching assessment. We will provide you with raw wood samples, mixing tints, tools, and a target designer finish to replicate. This is your opportunity to show us your prep routine, your mixing logic, your spray technique, and your eye for detail. We respect your time—if you are selected for a bench test, your time in our shop will be compensated. What We Offer Strong hourly pay based on your actual skill and bench test. Freedom to focus on your craft without managing personnel. Consistent, year-round indoor work in a clean facility. You'll be surrounded by a top notch team of tenured cabinet fabrication experts. A structured, highly organized leadership team that respects your trade and provides the support you need. Requirements for

Employment:

Must be able to pass a background check. (

Note:

We evaluate records on a case-by-case basis. Minor or old infractions are not automatic disqualifiers. Because this role may occasionally require on-site touch-ups, we are strictly screening for theft, property damage, violent or sex offenses. ) Must possess a valid driver's license.

Note:

Abernathy maintains a safe, professional work environment and enforces a strict post-accident drug testing policy. How to

Apply:

Please submit your resume along with a brief description of your custom finishing experience.

Pay:

$30.00 - $36.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

custom-mixing and matching raw stains and glazes: 4 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person