Window Restoration Carpenter

MaineGuide; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K with match

Professional development assistance

8 paid holidays

Holiday Closure

Job summary

Bagala Window Works in Maine is seeking a Window Restoration Carpenter experienced in wood window restoration, fabrication, and preservation carpentry. You will repair sash with Dutchman and epoxy methods, fabricate and assemble wood primary and storm windows, and help maintain a tidy, safe shop.

This permanent, full-time position begins with a 2-month trial. Pay is $25.00–$30.00 per hour, with benefits including paid time off, a 401(k) match, professional development assistance, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience with traditional dutchman repair techniques.
• Experience with preservation-approved epoxy systems.
• Experience with traditional window joinery and tools used to make windows.
• Ability to produce measurements and plans for wood window fabrication.
• Team player with respectful communication and collaboration.
• Self-starter, organized, punctual, and able to stay focused.
• Eagerness to develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Repair old sash with dutchman and epoxy methods.
• Modify sash to receive weather-stripping.
• Maintain machinery.
• Fabricate and assemble wood primary sash and storm windows.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.
• Collaborate with production manager, floor manager and other window technicians.

Skills

Dutchman repair

Epoxy systems

Window joinery

Fabrication planning

Team player

Organized

Punctual

Self-starter

Skill development

Tools

Window joinery tools

Job description

Bagala Window Works helps clients restore the beauty and integrity of their historic wooden windows and doors while increasing energy efficiency. We use traditional techniques alongside proven modern methods to enhance the value and durability of our restorations. We are a small team of skilled craftspeople who value a healthy, respectful work environment and a passion for quality and craftsmanship.

We are currently looking for a Window Restoration Carpenter who is experienced in wood window restoration, fabrication, and general preservation carpentry.

Daily Tasks

• Repairing old sash with dutchman and epoxy methods
• Modifying window sash to receive various forms of weather-stripping
• Maintaining machinery
• Fabricating and assembling custom wood primary sash and storm windows
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment
• Collaborate with production manager, floor manager and other window technicians to efficiently complete tasks to a high-quality standard

What We’re Looking For

• Prior experience with traditional dutchman repair techniques and preservation-approved epoxy systems
• Prior experience with traditional window joinery and tools used to make windows
• Ability to produce measurements and plans for wood window fabrication
• A team player who communicates respectfully and collaborates well
• A self-starter who is organized, punctual, and able to stay focused
• Eagerness to develop skills

Physical Requirements

• Some work on ladders and staging
• Power tool and hand tool experience
• Driver's license
• Follow health & safety requirements, including lead-safe hygiene practices, power equipment clearance, and use.

We are offering a permanent full-time position, beginning with a 2-month trial period.

Bagala Window Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits

• Paid time off at an accrual rate of 0.0638 hours per hour worked
• 401K with 3% company match
• Professional development assistance
• 8 paid holidays
• Annual Holiday Closure from December 24th to January 1st
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
• Location: In Person