$17-$35 an hour
We’re looking for a Timber Framer to join our passionate and creative team in Farmington NY. This role is quality-oriented and craft-focused working with heavy timber construction both in the shop and on-site.
New Energy Works has been designing and crafting custom homes and other structures across the nation for 30+ years, and this job is also an opportunity to learn and grow within an experienced and established team of craftspeople.
Both field and shop experience are important, as we work on-site during installations and in the shop during fabrication. Travel out of town or longer commutes should be expected.
Required Experience:
- Understanding of layout and building plans
- Ability to use portable and stationary tools
- Demonstrated skill level and experience in a wood shop setting
- Availability to travel out of town for short durations
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Preferred Experience:
- Familiarity or aptitude with CNC and CAD
- Carpentry experience with high-craft and high-performance homes
- Timber Framing experience
About us:
This position is full-year, full-time plus with flexible schedule, great benefits including 70% company-paid medical, paid holidays and PTO, a matching 401k plan, dental, and vision. We are a 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) company and when appropriate, we enjoy company-wide profit-sharing.
We actively seek to build an inclusive and diverse workplace where people from all walks of life are welcomed are an equal opportunity employer.
New Energy Works operates on the triple bottom line philosophy putting equal emphasis on people, planet, and profit. We’ve been designing and crafting custom homes and fine woodworking across the nation for 30+ years with our 140+ craftspeople, carpenters, designers, dreamers, and community members.
If you think you’re a good fit, please apply today.
Send us your resume and detailed cover letter outlining why you would like to join our team. We look forward to learning more about you.
The base salary range for this position is $17 - $35 an hour.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.
Timber Framer Job Description
New Energy Works
Updated September 7, 2023
Reports To: Shop Manager
Overview –
We’re looking for a Timber Framer to join our passionate and creative team. This role is quality-oriented and craft-focused working with heavy timber construction both in the shop and on-site. New Energy Works has been designing and crafting custom homes and other structures across the nation for 30+ years, and this job is also an opportunity to learn and grow within an experienced and established team of craftspeople.
Both field and shop experience are important, as we work on-site during installations and in the shop during fabrication. Travel out of town or longer commutes should be expected.
Core Competencies:
Duties would include cutting mortise and tenon joints, surfacing and finishing timbers, moving material with the forklift, and traveling to help erect the frames. Construct and repair timber frames/packages, rafters, posts, beams, and trusses.
- Ability to effectively read and understand layout and building plans
- Traveling with crew to erect and install timber frames
- Working with power tools (skill saw, belt sander, power drill, etc.)
- Working with traditional hand tools (chisel, mallets, etc.)
- Sanding timber
- Distressing timber
- Cutting and cleaning/squaring joinery on timber
Knowledge and Skills and Abilities Required:
- Experience in residential and commercial construction
- Ability to use portable and stationary power tools
- Familiarity or aptitude with CNC and CAD
- Carpenter, Framer, or Woodworking experience
- Ability in problem-solving
- Ability to travel with installation crews
- Professional with a positive attitude
- Self-motivated and confident
- Strong communication skills
Equipment & Vehicles:
- Must have/ maintain a valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
- Maintain proper operation and cleanliness of company vehicles, tools, and other equipment.
- Reporting of any issues with company vehicles or equipment to direct supervisor.
- Manage company tools/ equipment on-site and on-campus.
Safety & Compliance:
- Knowledge of OSHA standards (10 hour preferred)
- Ability to ensure a safe, clean, and professional jobsite.
- Knowledge and implementation of best builder practices for all assigned project scopes.
- Comply with all New Energy Works policies and codes of conduct.
Misc.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.