Apprentice CarpenterWoodworker

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.

• 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
• Solid understanding of practical geometry
• Other mechanical ability (a plus)

• 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

• 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 will not be considered.

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