Apprentice Carpenter / Woodworker

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Professional skills :

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)

Personality Style : 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

Requirements :

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.

To see the sort of work we do : https : / / www.facebook.com / RestorationWorkshop /