What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice Prep Sander - with skills to train into Finisher position at Herrick & White, Ltd.?
Do you love sanding and preparing millwork and wooden cabinetry parts for a flawless finish? Ability to achieve a smooth, even surface through both hand sanding and power sanding is required.
Do you have woodworking experience? Some experience is required.
Can you read and interpret shop drawings? The drawings provide critical information about how you prep the project for finish.
Have you done work sanding/prepping, and scuffing on wood items. It does takes some experience.
Do you have skills masking off areas that shouldn't be sanded or finished? Accuracy and precision are key here.
Are you a stickler for detail? You will need to pay close attention to detail.
Are you excited to learn how to apply flawless, exquisite finishes to custom cabinetry and millwork? Once you are amazing with Sand/Prep, are you willing to learn more skills and hopefully work in the spray booth?
Are you looking for a great company to work for and a fantastic team to work with?
The pay rate for this position is $18/hour to start.
Do you currently live in Rhode Island or nearby Massachusetts or Connecticut?
Herrick & White is an AWI Quality Certified woodworking firm. Our exceptional AWI premium-grade cabinetry and casework, is installed in amazing luxury homes and penthouses throughout New England, occasionally even New York City and the Caribbean.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ability to follow instructions.
Carefully sanding and taping items in preparation for application of various finishes.
Standing for long periods of time.
Ability to wear a dusk mask and safety glasses since this is a dusty environment.
Working conditions are normal for construction environment. This position may require lifting of up to 100 pounds, bending, and kneeling.
Skillfully and professionally interact and communicate with coworkers.
Great work habits are necessary: follow all Safety practices, strong time management skills, cooperative, and dependable. Neatness counts!
Motivated Team Player with a Positive Attitude
BENEFITS Eligible after 30 days of employment: Health (company pays 90% for single policies and 63% for family), Dental, Life and Vision Insurance, 10 Paid Holidays, Referral Bonus, Tuition Reimbursement, and Tool Acquisition Program. 401k matching after 3 month; company match 25% weekly of your contribution. Profit Sharing.
Visit us at www.herrick-white.com/apply and on Instagram: Herrick_White.
***** H&W is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to his/her race, age, handicap, color, religion, gender, national origin, or veteran status. *****
Thank you and good luck in your job search!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to wear a dusk mask and safety glasses since this is a dusty environment?
Experience:
- sanding/prepping, and scuffing wood items work: 3 years (Required)
- woodworking job: 1 year (Required)
- sanding wood by hand work: 1 year (Required)
- sanding wood with a power sander: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18