Carpenter - Apprentice

Description

Assists other carpenters in their performance of carpentry skills to build and repair buildings and other structures in the style necessary for the Polynesian Cultural Center. Works with sennit rope, poles, pola and lau to maintains the cultural appearance. Works on projects involving the construction of new buildings and facilities and the alteration of or the modification of existing ones.

Essential Functions:

Assists other carpenters in their performance to build new structures and hardscape, repair of current structures and hardscape as required to maintain the safety, cultural function, and appearance needed at the Polynesian Cultural Center.

Adds to and updates work order system with information, images and documentation on progress of work being performed.

Maintains power tools and equipment.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the maintenance manager. Requirements

Have a good understanding of maintenance operations, all applicable OSHA rules and regulations.

Able to read and understand blueprints.

Have a good working knowledge of the use of various saws and other power tools used in the carpentry trade.

Capable of a full range of body movement, good eye sight and have good manual dexterity.

Able to lift items weighing up to 75 pounds on a regular basis.

Able to speak, read and write in English.

Three to five years of work experience in carpentry or a related trade.

Able to use a smartphone or computer to input updates on work order system. Preferred Qualifications:

Have a good working knowledge of the use of cultural materials used in building and maintaining PCC structures.

Have a high school education, or the equivalent.

A contractor's license desired, but not required.

Work Schedule:

To Be Determined (19 hours per week)

All applicants must be available for an on-site interview at the Polynesian Cultural Center in Laie, HI. Please note that the Polynesian Cultural Center will not provide relocation or travel expense reimbursements related to this application or hiring process.