Assistant Carpenter

The Assistant Carpenter uses developed skills to perform a variety of maintenance, construction carpentry, and woodworking projects throughout the Museum. Projects may include temporary work, such as exhibition spaces, as well as permanent repairs to historic buildings. The Assistant Carpenter will perform skilled tasks to support the conservation and repair of Shelburne Museum’s 40 historic buildings, many of which date back to the 18th and 19th centuries.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist with the completion of basic carpentry tasks such as framing, roofing, siding, flooring, cabinetry, window and door construction, and water, pest, and rot damage remediation.
• Perform shop-based work, including custom construction of displays and other woodworking projects.
• Assist with the annual opening and closing of exhibit spaces and buildings.
• Assist the department with manual tasks such as snow removal, erecting tents for special events, and installing and removing air conditioners.
• Complete maintenance requests from all departments and assist in prioritizing carpentry projects to ensure timely completion.
• 25% – 40% of time will be devoted to tasks on the Ticonderoga, based on department needs and the applicant’s interest.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Climb ladders, bend, kneel, perform repetitive motions, and work in confined spaces.
• Work outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks such as snow removal and heavy lifting.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• None

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & AD&D, and Short/Long-Term Disability.
• Combined time off up to 160 hours per year, 8 hours for your birthday, and 8 hours for community service leave.
• Employees may contribute to the Museum’s Retirement plan, effective the 1st of the month following their start date. After one year of service, employees are eligible for a 2% Match and 3% Safe Harbor contribution, paid for by the Museum.
• Other benefits include free Museum access for immediate family members and an employee discount at the Museum store and café.