Job Description
In-House Craftsman
We are seeking a skilled and passionate In-House Craftsman to join our team at Re-use Hawaiʻi. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to lead our workshop and Furniture Making Program, while contributing to our mission of promoting sustainable practices and community development.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and oversee all woodworking equipment and tools, ensuring they are in safe and operable condition
- Keep the workshop clean, organized, and adherent to all safety procedures
- Collaborate with management to create and market products made from salvaged materials
- Prepare quotes for contracted work and establish financial objectives for the Furniture Making Program
- Assist with Redistribution Center maintenance and improvements as needed
- Manage inventory and ordering of workshop tools and supplies
- Attend weekly Management Team meetings and contribute to collective goals
- Provide technical assistance to team members regarding tools, materials, and projects
- Oversee volunteers and workforce development participants as required
Requirements:
- Extensive knowledge of woodworking techniques and equipment
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and drive projects to completion
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Professionalism and ability to represent the organization's values to the public
- Enthusiasm for construction and demolition waste diversion and reuse
- Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision
- Adaptability to work with diverse individuals from various backgrounds
- Ability to maintain composure and humor under pressure
- Effective multitasking skills
- Commitment to sustainable practices, community development, and resource preservation
- Fluency in English required
This position offers a competitive salary of $20.00 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan. Join our team and make a meaningful impact on sustainability efforts in Hawaiʻi. Apply now to become an integral part of our innovative and environmentally conscious organization.