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Carpenter

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by people in this category. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties and skills required of people in these positions.

Work Team:
Operations
Reports To:
Operations Manager
Position Classification:
Volunteer
Length of Service:
2+ Weeks

POSTION SUMMARY

This position is open now! Responsible for maintenance, repair, and general construction projects in the Village. Is responsible for supervising others using woodworking equipment and the general organization and cleaning of the shop.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

  • Plan daily work schedules for individual carpenters according to priorities.
  • Explore professional and personal growth opportunities through term.
  • Monitor, complete, or delegate maintenance slips relating to village carpentry
    needs.
  • Supervise carpentry shop operations.
    • Ensure that stock items, tools, and personal protective equipment are checked
      and ordered on a regular basis.
    • Provide training opportunities to staff on the proper use of shop equipment.
  • Ensure that all work areas are kept clean, organized, and secured.
  • Work with Physical Plant Lead on project planning and resource allocation for
    future projects
  • Assist Wood Operations with procuring firewood and sawlogs, operating
    machinery, and providing help when needed.
  • Work with other Physical Plant teams as needed

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

Specific knowledge and skills include but are not limited to the following:

  • Minimum of 2-years professional carpentry experience, preferred.
  • Hand-on building experience required.
  • Practice working knowledge of major building systems.
  • Ability to organize and carry out complex building projects.
  • Be able to work independently and to effectively supervise other staff.
  • Possess a commitment to high quality and effective work.
  • Be willing to learn and develop additional operational skills and knowledge.
  • Know when to ask for help. No one is expected to know everything and outside resources are available.
  • Be physically fit and expect heavy work.
  • Attend all weekly operations and monthly safety meetings.
  • Seek all appropriate safety training for your area and model careful and safe work habits.
  • Insure that everyone you supervise has received proper safety training, keep accurate records of that training, and monitor the effectiveness of that training.
  • Insure that all appropriate safety equipment is readily available in your work area.
  • Be available for special projects and reassignment as requested by the operations manager.
  • Be on-call to assist with operational emergencies.
  • Assist operations manager in developing annual and capital budgets and work within those budgets
  • Revise and update your turnover file annually and keep accurate and current records and files.

COMMUNITY EXPECTATIONS

  • Enthusiasm for and ability to work in a remote wilderness setting.
  • Abides by Holden Village’s Community Health Protocols and Practices.
  • Extends genuine hospitality to all Villagers.
  • Upholds and works to further Holden Village values of diversity, equality, respect, sustainability, and spirituality
Holden Village is currently closed to guests and hikers—but we're hiring!

Education

Holden Village is a community where your questions are valued and encouraged. Most programs led by visiting teaching faculty occur during the summer months. However, Holden also invites faculty to teach sessions for special events and retreats throughout the rest of the year.
View upcoming summer faculty.