Restoration Technician; Woodwork

Compensation $18.00 - $24.00/hour

Job Description

Position Title: Restoration Technician (Woodwork)

Company Name: Double Hung LLC

Pay Range: $18.00 – $24.00 per hour

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Greensboro, NC 27407

Double Hung LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Restoration Technician to perform hands-on restoration work on historic window and door systems. This role involves a wide range of preservation tasks—including paint stripping, sash repair, glazing, and finish painting—performed both in the shop and on project sites. The ideal candidate will have experience with carpentry and restoration techniques, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to quality craftsmanship.

Frequent travel to historic project sites across the region is expected and fully supported with lodging, per diem, and travel expenses.

If you take pride in restoring historic features with precision and care, and want to contribute to the preservation of architectural legacy, this is your opportunity to join a company that values craftsmanship and purpose.

Approaching our 30th year, Double Hung LLC is a leader in historic window restoration and preservation, working on residential, commercial, and federal projects. We are dedicated to craftsmanship, attention to detail, and honoring the legacy of historic architecture. Our team combines traditional techniques with modern project execution to restore windows and doors that tell stories of the past. We believe in a collaborative culture that respects tradition while delivering quality that stands the test of time.

• Perform hands-on restoration including scraping, sanding, carpentry repairs, glazing, priming, and painting of window sashes and doors.
• Disassemble, restore, and re-install historic window and door systems, including hardware and weather stripping.
• Use hand and power tools to complete Dutchman repairs and epoxy consolidations.
• Participate in on-site window removal and installation processes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work spaces, both in the shop and on job sites.
• Ensure all tools are properly used, maintained, and stored.
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols, reporting any hazards or incidents immediately.
• Work collaboratively with team members and project managers to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Travel to job sites as required—typically for up to one or two weeks at a time.

• Required:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
  • 1+ years of experience in restoration, carpentry, or related trades.
  • Comfortable using tools for wood repair, finish removal, and installation.
  • Ability to lift 25–50 lbs unassisted and work on ladders or scaffolding.
  • Excellent attention to detail, craftsmanship, and jobsite conduct.
  • Proficient in English with strong communication skills.
• Preferred:
  • Prior experience in window restoration or preservation carpentry.
  • Familiarity with epoxy, adhesives, fasteners, and tools used in preservation.
  • Ability to read and follow basic drawings and measurements.
  • Proficiency in Spanish is a plus.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holidays, Sick Days)
• Weekly Pay Cycle
• Retirement Savings Program
• Company Vehicle & Mileage Reimbursement (as applicable)
• Tool Replacement Program
• Paid Training, Certifications, and Mentorship
• Company Outings and Team Events

• Shop
  
  Hours:
  
  7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Field
  
  Hours:
  
  6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Monday to Friday; occasional overtime and overnight travel required.

Based in Greensboro, NC 27407

Fieldwork includes regional and national travel to historic restoration sites.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.