Carpenter

CARPENTER TO WORK ON HISTORICAL BUILDINGS

About Renaissance (Bringing New Life to Historic Building Systems):Renaissance is a nationally recognized commercial and residential historical restoration company specializing in traditional exterior historical building systems. Our craftsman works on roofing systems, structural and finish carpentry, masonry, architectural sheet metal, and other historical systems not commonly found in current construction methods. Our clients include State Capitols, Churches, Universities, Libraries, Private Estates, and properties of all types on the National Register of Historic Places. We have been awarded numerous local and national awards for our efforts. We have an industry-leading safety program to protect our team members.

Team Members We Are Hiring:Hardworking team players process the mechanical aptitude to produce high-quality work that wants to challenge themselves and learn skill sets. People who take pride in the work they produce and understand that quality work takes time and skill. We are looking for safety-driven teammates who value a safe working environment. If you have the skillset to produce award-winning projects or want to learn how to develop your craft in the trades, apply at Renaissance. Our projects will challenge your skillsets and problem-solving skills, producing results that will endure for centuries to come.

Our Core Focus for Team Members: “We elevate the lives of our people, utilizing expertise & craftsmanship to preserve history, by constructing custom historic restoration solutions.”

Our Core Values: (who we hire, promote and retain)

• Team Player (Self-motivated, reliable, achiever)
• Problem Solver (Actively looking for solutions)
• Expertise (Knowing what to do)
• Craftsmanship (Knowing how to do it)
• Ethical (Doing the right thing)

Using our Core Values, the right person will meet or exceed the following Qualifications and be capable of caring out the Responsibilities listed below.

Qualifications for Skilled Heavy Timber Framing Carpenter:

• 2-4 or more years of wood framing and finish carpentry experience on both residential and historical projects.
• Possess your own hand tools (hammer, speed square, pencil, carpenters pouches etc.)
• Ability to work closely with the roofing crew and project coordinator.
• Ability to assist lead crew members with the framing of windows and doors.
• Be able to measure, cut, and correctly fasten wood structures per project specs.
• Shape or cut materials, using hand tools, machines, or power saw. 
• Measure and mark cutting lines on materials. 
• Build or repair doors, frameworks using woodworking machines, carpenter's hand tools and power tools. 
• Able to perform all steep slope roofing activities, (set and climb ladders, carry 50 lbs, etc...)
• Have excellent communication and outstanding customer service skills.
• Multitasked. 
• Technical competency. 
• Familiar and able to use basic email, Word and Excel Documents
• Reliable transportation to and from the job site.
• Clean, Valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass nationwide background check, drug test and physical.
• Able to work 10-12 hour days, year round.
• Travel is a must

 Benefits:

• Paid Drive Time
• Paid Training
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 
• 401k Retirement Program
• Paid Time Off for Holidays
• Bonus Program 
• Weekly Overtime
• Year-Round Work Schedule

Compensation:

• Hourly plus Commissions at Competitive Rates based upon Experience

 A detailed job description is available, via email, upon request. 

About Renaissance Historic Exteriors:

Renaissance is a nationally recognized commercial and residential historical restoration company, specializing in traditional exterior historical building systems. Our craftsman work on roofing systems, structural and finish carpentry, masonry, architectural sheet metal and other historical systems not commonly found in current construction methods. Our clients include State Capitols, Churches, Universities, Libraries, Private Estates and properties of all types on the National Register of Historical Places. We have been awarded numerous local and national awards for our efforts. We have an industry leading safety program to protect our team members.

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