Journeyman Woodworker

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 a fully capacitated and tooled-up journeyman woodworker/cabinetmaker/mill worker with top notch finish skills. Time is split between shop and field as projects require, but the general emphasis of this position is shop lead. Duties include precise fabrication of historic architectural ornament and millwork, bespoke period style furnishings, and the ability to handle their installation. Thus field experience is also essential.

The ability to build very precisely to shop drawings and 3D models is required.

• Experience both in shop and out in the field.
• Expertise in framing and structural carpentry (a plus).
• Proficient in reading plans and shop drawings.
• Must be able to direct apprentices in ancillary tasks at shop or job site.
• Cabinetry and woodworking experience.
• General knowledge of other trades in construction.
• Familiarity with a variety of woods and finishes.
• Great layout skills with a solid grasp of geometry.

• 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 5 years of experience in all phases of construction and carpentry.
• Personal tools to fulfill company tool list.
• Valid Driver's license and a utility vehicle.
• Ability to lift and manipulate objects up to 80 pounds for 50 feet.

Please reply to this ad with a resume and cover letter. Replies without a resume will not be considered.

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