What are the responsibilities and job description for the Historic Restoration Technician position at Logan Restoration and Contracting?
Ready to learn a skilled craft in a sustainable trade? Historic Preservation is a growing field with more need than ever to preserve and restore our historic buildings and homes. Logan Restoration and Contracting is a family-owned business specializing in historic window and door restoration and historic home energy efficiency. We help homeowners preserve the original character of their home while making the most environmentally sustainable choice to save their windows and doors.
We are seeking a full time technician to perform various tasks relating to historic restoration and home weatherization. The ideal candidate works well on a team to complete tasks on schedule with a high attention to detail. The ideal candidate is curious and takes pride in their work. Weekday schedule available from 30-40 hours per week. On the job training provided!
Skills:
- Curious learner; not afraid to ask questions
- Ability to prioritize tasks
- Communicates well with team
- Adaptable to changing tasks and work environment
- Patient
- Comfortable wearing Personal Protective Equipment as needed such as protective clothing, eyewear, gloves, respirator, ear protection, etc.
- Understanding of general math, fractions, decimals, measurement, and measurement tools
Duties:
- Removal of paint using various techniques including stripping and sanding
- Application of glazing putty on historic windows
- Precision painting/staining of windows and other architectural details
- Cutting glass
- Wood repairs using Dutchman and epoxy methods
- Use of power tools such as drills and routers
Other Requirements:
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Willing to submit to background check and display no violent crimes or theft
- After hiring, must participate in a blood lead test and respirator fit test for safety baselines
Education/Experience:
- Some prior experience in building, carpentry, painting or art production is preffered
- 1 year in painting/carpentry trade is a plus
- prior window restoration experience not necessary
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 in 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 Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- No weekends
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $21