Historic Restoration Carpenter helper

Ready for an exciting career in a sustainable trade to help WNC rebuild after hurricane Helene?

Full time Restoration Carpenter helper position available. Candidates will perform various

tasks relating to historic window restoration, such as building traditional mortise

and tenon sash, wood storm windows, fabricate window jambs, custom milling

and fitting individual parts for windows. We are a historic window and door

restoration company that specializes in preserving our historic built environment.

Some training provided; however, candidates are expected to know how to be safe

and proficient with using machinery and power tools while working in a brisk

production environment. The ideal candidate will work well with other team

members to complete tasks on schedule with a very high level of detail.

Three-day weekends! We work a 4-10 hour day schedule, Monday-Thursday.

Duties:

• Fabricate traditional mortise and tenon window sash
• Fabricate wood storm windows
• Replicate historic architectural elements
• Wood repairs using Dutchman and epoxy methods
• Use of power tools such as drills, routers, table saw, band saw, etc
• Cutting glass
• Some Removal of old paints using various proven safe techniques

Requirements:

MUST be highly detail oriented

1 year in the carpentry trade desired.

Must be a self-starter

Must be able to follow step-by-step guidelines and methods closely

Must be able to communicate clearly; both written and orally

Must have a personal vehicle with a valid drivers license and cell phone

Should be comfortable on ladders.

Must maintain a clean and safe work environment

Must submit to background check and display no violent crimes or theft.

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Must have demonstrated some prior experience in trade or art

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is primarily performed both indoor and outdoor environments in all/extreme weather conditions. This position requires physical activity including periods of standing and walking, frequent sitting, kneeling, bending, crouching, reaching, stooping and climbing. Requires the ability to lift and/or carry materials and/or supplies and other materials weighing up to 50 lbs. Occasional lifting and/or carrying of materials and/or supplies weighing up to 100 lbs.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• No weekends

Experience:

• preservation: 1 year (Preferred)
• Carpentry: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $23