Job Description
Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Wooden Greenhouse Carpenter to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in woodworking, carpentry, and construction, with a particular focus on building and maintaining wooden greenhouses. This role involves designing, constructing, and ensuring the durability and stability of greenhouse structures made primarily of wood.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and Construction:
- Measure, cut, and assemble wooden frames and structures for greenhouses, ensuring precise and safe assembly.
- Build custom wooden greenhouse frames, doors, windows, and other components.
- Install roofing, walls, and flooring according to plans and blueprints.
Material Selection and Preparation:
- Choose appropriate materials for the greenhouse construction, including wood, screws, nails, and sealants.
- Cut and prepare wood for each part of the greenhouse, ensuring proper dimensions and quality.
Maintenance and Repairs:
- Conduct repairs and upgrades to existing wooden greenhouses, replacing or reinforcing damaged components.
- Inspect and maintain wooden structures to ensure longevity, safety, and optimal functionality.
Customization:
- Collaborate with clients to tailor greenhouse designs to their specific needs or environmental conditions.
- Provide recommendations for improvements or modifications to existing structures.
Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure all carpentry work follows safety protocols and complies with local building codes and regulations.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment on-site and in the workshop.
Tool and Equipment Handling:
- Operate carpentry tools such as saws, drills, and sanders efficiently and safely.
- Maintain and service carpentry tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in carpentry, with a focus on wood construction (greenhouse experience preferred but not required).
- Strong knowledge of building materials, woodworking techniques, and tools.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and technical drawings.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
- Physical ability to lift heavy materials and work in outdoor environments.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot issues during construction or repairs.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well independently or as part of a team.
Preferred Skills:
- Ability to climb for structural constructions/ repairs
- Knowledge of greenhouse systems (ventilation, irrigation, etc.).
- Experience working with sustainable or eco-friendly materials.
- Familiarity with wood finishing techniques to improve durability and aesthetics.
Work Environment:
- Primarily outdoor work of green house construction and repairs.
- May require travel to various locations for installation or repairs.