Our Team
Our Team
Welcome! Meet the office staff and the team who will be building your outdoor project!
We value the importance of you knowing who is working for you! We trust our employees will be a delight to you!

John Graber Family
Beyond his professional expertise, John is a devoted husband and father who prioritizes family above all else. Whether tackling a new project or spending quality time with his family, he embraces each moment with enthusiasm and heart. His daughters have him wrapped around their fingers, keeping life at home as lively and rewarding as the work he leads in the field.
John’s leadership, dedication, and vision are the foundation of Graber Outdoors’ success. His commitment to excellence and creating lasting relationships with clients makes him an invaluable part of the team. We’re incredibly grateful for all that he does to guide and inspire us every day!

Jessica
Jessica is a vital part of our team as the behind-the-scenes coordinator. No longer new to the role, she continues to impress us with her leadership and dedication. We're thrilled to have her, and she’s made a lasting impact on our team.
Jessica and her husband are busy parents of three energetic boys, and they recently welcomed their much-anticipated baby girl in June! With four kids now, life is even more exciting for Jessica, who loves staying active with her family, exploring the Midwest on bike rides, and enjoying delicious food. 🥾🚴🏻♀️🌮
When asked why she enjoys working for Graber Outdoors, Jessica shared:
“I have loved watching this business grow from the ground up. John is such an extraordinary boss who is willing to go above and beyond not only for his employees but his customers too. I truly love working for such an honest company, a great boss, and with fantastic coworkers!”

Michael
He’s been around the block when it comes to building projects. Working on crews that build anything from hog barns to residential houses to grocery stores. He knows a good product when he sees one.
From the words of Michael himself:
“Watching John grow this business has been nothing short of inspirational. A lot of the crew members and even John grew up in Jamesport with me so I know personally how hard they work to make this product as good as it is.
I’m very excited for this new venture and look forward to bringing family and friends a little closer together spending time on their new Trex Deck.”

Alex
He’s the one who can help you with your ideas, give you his professional opinion, and walk you through the steps of your project! He’s great at turning your dream into a reality on paper! 😁 He’ll answer all of your questions! 💥
When asked why he works with Graber Outdoors, this was his reply:
"At Graber Outdoors I am working with professionals that I can learn from and who will push me to take on new and challenging opportunities. The feeling of belonging and liking the people I work with is one of the many reasons I love working for Graber Outdoors. This company allows me to expand my personal development and growth all while challenging it at the same time. Everyday I work for Graber Outdoors is one that I am grateful for."

Nic
Nic is passionate about building relationships with clients and presenting them with solutions that meet their needs. His approach to sales is centered around building trust and understanding with clients. He, along with the rest of Graber Outdoors, believe in taking the time to get to know customers and really listening to their needs.
When asked why he chose Graber Outdoors, his response was:
"I love seeing things happen from start to finish, and with John's leadership and the overall mesh and charisma of the crews make Graber Outdoors a special company. I am dedicated to providing the highest level of customer satisfaction and helping our clients create the outdoor living space of their dreams. I am excited to be a part of the Graber Outdoors team and look forward to making a positive impact in our community."

Joe
When asking Joe about why he is passionate about what he does, his response was this:
“One thing I love about working for Graber Outdoors is the respect and care that us employees receive. We are allowed room to grow and the passion we all have for making quality decks that we can step back and say “Hey I did that! I’ve been doing construction for 8 and a half years. 2 years of that has been here at Graber Outdoors. I love my job and I love what I do.”

John David
If you can’t find him on the job, chances are he’s in the woods somewhere 😂 He is an avid outdoorsman. (So far we haven’t had to search the woods for him when it’s time for work but you never know….😉😁)
Reasons why John David is passionate about Graber Outdoors:
"I enjoy the work we do and seeing a project come together!! I like Graber Outdoors because of the job opportunities they have created and the family friendly atmosphere!!"

Jesse
Jesse is great with communicating with you as the customer. He will help make your project turn into your dream deck!
Jesse’s response to our question of why he likes being a part of the team:
I like working for Graber Outdoors because of the integrity and honesty we receive under this company. And we strive to bring that to the customer as well as exceeding their highest expectations. I look forward to meeting the customers and making their deck building experience the best of the best! I’ve been doing construction for 9 years and I have 2 years experience and counting on building decks!

OJ
Oj is a details type of person. He will notice and take care of all the small bits of your project. He loves history and old things. Don't get him started on one of his favorite subjects...🤣 Word on the street is that he has a pretty cool wife! (Totally not his wife posting this🤣)
When asked what he loves about Graber Outdoors, this is his reply:
"Raised by Amish parents out in the farmlands of Jamesport, Mo where I’ve lived my whole life and starting my first full-time construction job 16 years ago, took me through the school of hard knocks.
I started working at Graber Outdoors only a few months after it launched and it’s been a great honor to see it grow into what it is today. I love building decks and seeing a project come together. Challenging builds are my favorite to figure out."

Shaun
If you can't get ahold of him, he’ll either be barbecuing or fishing! 🍗🎣
When asked why he loves working for Graber Outdoors, this was his response:
“I love seeing a project come together for the customer and helping them live out their dream of living on the lake!”

Dusty
Beware of your dog if he’s working on your project as he/she may come to like him better than you!
(Can’t say I didn’t warn you
Dusty is an avid sports player and likes hanging out with family and friends. He will take you up on your offer of a round of golf!
When asked why he likes to work with us, this was his reply:
Well half of what makes a job, a great job for me, is great coworkers who get things done right, have good attitudes and are easy going.
The other half is a mix of enjoying the work, getting treated well, honesty, mutual respect and no drama. Here at Graber Outdoors I’m lucky enough to have all of that. I have 7 years of construction experience and this is by far the most I’ve enjoyed it! Also love the mentality of doing right by the customer and doing what it takes to make them happy!

John #3
You get the picture...it's another JOHN!👏
John is a crew foreman. He's been with Graber Outdoors for a long time and we are delighted about that fact! 💥
John will be your go-to-pal throughout your whole project! Any questions or concerns and he will make sure they get taken care of!👌 He's the guy in charge! John's chatty and will talk with you about anything. Try it. 😉🤣
I cornered John and made him share why he loves Graber Outdoors...🤣 His response:
"I love Graber Outdoor's work environment. I enjoy going to different areas and seeing the unique design that people create for their projects. Great company to work with and great people!"

Chase
Welcome to the circus Chase!😉
Chase has close to 5 years of construction experience so he is definitely not new to hard work. He enjoys coyote hunting and fishing! (I'm sure he would be thrilled to share hunting stories with you!🤣) On occasion you'll find him on the golf course. ⛳
When asked why he likes to work with Graber Outdoors, his response was:
"I love working outdoors and I enjoy carpentry. So it seemed to be a great fit."

Austin
Austin has been a part of Graber Outdoors for quite some time. He has moved up to a crew leader position. We love his quick abilities and energy he brings to a crew!
Austin is a race car driver when he's not at work. It's clearly in his bones! We are excited for his future! His level of skill is impressive.

Logan
Logan is an avid fisher. He may have some fishing holes he'd take you to if your super nice to him!😉🤣
When asked what he likes about the company, his response was:
"I like the environment we work around and the people I work with!"

Daniel
We appreciate Daniel’s team mentality and work skill. He will keep the humor on the job flowing while getting stuff done! 💪
If you can’t find him on your project, chances are he’s either somewhere playing sports or hunting or at a lake fishing! If you find him, let us know😉😂 HA!
When asked what he liked about working with us:
…I like the quality of work they do. They care about the customer and no job is finished unless it’s done perfectly!

Marcus
Marcus is an avid hunter and loves football. Don't talk smack about his football team...just a warning!😉🤣 You may regret challenging him to a round of golf! 🏌
When asked what he particularly enjoys about being on the team:
"Graber Outdoors goes above and beyond for customer satisfaction and professionalism! The hard work is rewarding when you see the smile on a satisfied customer's face when their deck is completed. Also working along side great coworkers makes the time go by faster and is more enjoyable."

Josh
Josh will take a cup of coffee anytime of the days! 🤣
He previously worked on a ranch in Arizona so this Midwest weather is still an adjustment to him. So far, he has survived the humidity and mosquitoes!
When asked what Josh likes about Graber Outdoors, this was his response:
“I love Graber Outdoors! I’ve always loved working with my hands and this job brings it to the next level. Seeing a finished deck and knowing I worked on it is very satisfying. My coworkers are awesome and so is management as well!”

Riley
It takes a lot to run a crew and have everyone working together for a particular goal. We love our crews! They have fun together and accomplish some pretty cool goals together!👏
Welcome shout out to Riley! May the force be with you!😉 Graber Outdoors is excited for your future!

Jesse #2
Jesse has been a part of Graber Outdoors for awhile now and we are grateful he's on the team! He'll bring the humor to a situation with his short list of German words he knows😉
Jesse loves the outdoors....going hunting and fishing and being around family and having fun!
When asked about why he works with us, this was his reply:
I like all the guys I work with and we are all chill and laid back. We love what we do and have fun while we do it! And, I love to see the customer's smile on their face when we are done with the job!

Ryan
Ryan enjoys riding tracks on his dirt bike on the weekends. You can find him fishing and shooting his bow, and hanging with family and friends for his down time.
When asked what he likes about being on the crew, this is his response:
"Graber Outdoors is always a good environment! Great work ethic and I love the attention to detail on everything we do!"

Ernest
Ernest loves hunting, fishing, and traveling. It's a good thing none of his hobbies are expensive 🤣 He has 2 of the cutest kiddos. Between a job, hobbies, and his family, he's kept pretty busy. Ernest will chat with you about anything! He's the guy to ask the questions. Just don't tell him where you heard that!
When asked why he enjoys working for Graber Outdoors, his response was:
"The pay is good and the people are good! Plus this job isn't as dangerous not as what I have been doing." (Do we even want to know what he did prior to this?😳😉)

Tyler
He enjoys fishing, shooting pool and spending time with family.
When asked why he likes being apart of our team, his response was: There are many reasons why I like working for Graber Outdoors. I love being able to see the progress of a job from start to finish and I have an amazing crew that I work with.
It feels like we’re a family. The pay is great but also everyone is so relaxed, and we all seem to work well together.
How Our Company Started
John decided to expand from J.A.M. Wood Products to a full-service business that caters to all of your lawn, garden, and outdoor seating needs. In 2015, he established Graber Outdoors to provide:
Decks ~ Gazebos ~ Pergolas ~ Sunrooms ~ Outdoor Living Spaces ~ Custom Curved Decks
The Graber Outdoors Difference
As a premier Kansas City MO deck builder, what makes us different?
Very Professional ~ Epic Customer Service ~ Attention To Detail
Premium Product Offering
Superior Product ~ Eco Friendly ~ Warranty
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Below are some frequently asked questions we receive.
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Graber Outdoor proudly specializes in building Trex decks. Along with that, we also focus on porch, patios, 3 and 4 season rooms, pergolas and deck/patio roofs.
Graber Outdoors uses Trex exclusively for most of our projects because we firmly stand behind the warranties offered as well as the quality of material that Trex presents. Having been founded in 1991, Trex is the longest standing outdoor living space manufacturer in the country.
Graber Outdoors does not use sub contractors for their deck projects. The deck builders are in house crew members that have a passion for construction and spend everyday building and working hard to help make the customers dreams come true! Sub contractors are used in conjunction with concrete work, electrical work, plumbing needs, etc.
When you approve your proposal with Graber Outdoors they will provide you with a start date and an approximate project build time. The start date can and may be affected by weather and other unforeseeable circumstances. However, all adjustments will be clearly communicated to you via email and phone calls in a timely manner.
Once your project starts Graber Outdoors will stay on your project until it is completely to your satisfaction. Typically, an average size deck takes approximately 5 days with a large deck taking 20 to 30 days depending on the size and plans of your deck.
Graber Outdoors offers an in house 10 year labor warranty on all work do by Graber Outdoors. Also, as a Trex Pro Platinum you get up to a 12 year labor warranty from Trex directly on your Trex deck. Material warranties are offered by manufacturers based on brand as well as grade. It’s always a good idea to educate yourself on what materials you’re using and what warranties are offered with them.