Restoration Workshop, Ltd
Apprentice Carpenter/Woodworker
Full Time • San Francisco
Replies within 24 hours
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
Restoration Workshop, Ltd. is a San Francisco based general contracting firm specializing in restoration and preservation of fine, historic architecture. We are a small, craft-focused company located in San Francisco’s Mission district. We specialize in custom solutions to vexing problems that defy a cookie-cutter approach. Restoration Workshop's services include restoration and preservation project management, exceptional finish carpentry, fabrication of fine custom cabinetry and mill work, preservation and landmarks consulting, and general remodeling. We are a tight-knit, growing company and we want someone who wants to grow with us.
Our ideal candidate is someone who cares about the quality of his/her work and enjoys being a part of an excellent project. If you are someone who can be trusted to uphold work standards, take direction and yet be creative and innovative in your work, we want to meet you. Fine craft is our world.
This position is for an apprentice carpenter with some prior trade experience. We provide excellent on-the-job training and experience in diverse aspects of restoration and finish carpentry. We have two levels of apprentice positions and will evaluate a candidate’s experience to see where they fit in. This is not a position for a laborer, and only candidates with some experience in finish carpentry, cabinetry, or architectural millwork will be considered.
Professional skills:
Experience both in shop and out in the field (a plus)
Expertise in framing and structural carpentry (a plus)
Interest in learning to read plans and specifications
Cabinetry and woodworking experience (a plus)
Familiarity with a variety of woods and finishes
Expertise in framing and structural carpentry (a plus)
Interest in learning to read plans and specifications
Cabinetry and woodworking experience (a plus)
Familiarity with a variety of woods and finishes
Solid understanding of practical geometry
Other mechanical ability (a plus)
Personality Style:
Self starter
Problem solver
Deadline and detail-oriented
Outstanding work ethic
Comfortable with changing priorities
Able to manage time with a sense of urgency
Able to work quickly and independently
Committed to create, renew, restore
Customer and team focused
Low drama
Ability to play well with others
Respect for diversity is essential
Problem solver
Deadline and detail-oriented
Outstanding work ethic
Comfortable with changing priorities
Able to manage time with a sense of urgency
Able to work quickly and independently
Committed to create, renew, restore
Customer and team focused
Low drama
Ability to play well with others
Respect for diversity is essential
Requirements:
Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in carpentry related construction
Personal tools to fulfill company tool list
Valid Driver's license and a truck
Ability to lift and manipulate objects up to 80 pounds for 50 feet
Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in carpentry related construction
Personal tools to fulfill company tool list
Valid Driver's license and a truck
Ability to lift and manipulate objects up to 80 pounds for 50 feet
Bilingual ability a plus, but must be able to take instruction in English
Please reply to this ad with a resume and cover letter. Replies without a resume and minimum work experience will not be considered.
To see the sort of work we do: https://www.facebook.com/RestorationWorkshop/
Compensation: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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