Preservation Technician

About: Glenco is a historic preservation company where meaning and context inspire our projects. We apply carpentry, plaster, metalworking, masonry and other skills to the restoration and maintenance of older buildings. We learn the history of the building before and during the work.

Position Title: Preservation Technician

Summary: The Preservation Technician will focus on the applied preservation, restoration, and maintenance, historic architectural and decorative features of private residences, museums, religious buildings, and commercial buildings. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate and curious about historic building preservation and want to grow in the field.

Qualifications:

• Minimum four-year high school diploma or equivalent.
• Professional experience or applied training in at least one of the related preservation trades, including carpentry, masonry, metalworking, painting, modeling, carving, or mold-making.
• Technically proficient hand skills and rigorous attention to detail.
• Respect and appreciation for the fundamental value of historical landscapes, structures, and objects.
• Effective communication skills and basic computer knowledge.
• US citizen with valid State Issued Driver License that must be maintained for duration of employment.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform heavy physical labor daily in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work safely at heights, including using  ladder or aerial lift.

Duties:

• Safely operate  and maintain tools and equipment in compliance with all federal OSHA, state, and local safety requirements, including, but not limited to: vehicles, specialized equipment, small power equipment (chainsaws, generators, welders, mixers, drills, saws, torches, pumps, etc.) and hand tools (plane, chisel,including sharpening, wrenches, hammers, floats, etc.) with the use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participate in the preservation, construction, repair, and maintenance of wooden structures including rustic woodwork, fine woodwork, deck replacement, patching, sanding, cleaning, and coatings applications.
• Participate in the preservation, repair, and maintenance of metal structures, including welding, chasing, patching, patinating, molding, casting, cleaning, and coatings applications.
• Participate in the preservation, repair, and maintenance of historic masonry structures, including mortar pointing, patching, sealing, stone stabilization, stone carving, molding, casting, cleaning, and stain or graffiti removal.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized worksite using established protocols for location and activity.
• Perform other duties as required in the scope of the job.
• Participate in seasonal maintenance activities including lawn mowing and snow removal.

Compensation: $20-$27/hour depending on experience. Benefits include an employee IRA retirement plan. Paid time off includes 5 vacation days in the first year of service (1 week after 1 year service, 2 weeks after 2 years service), and 5 paid sick days per year.

Travel: applicants must have access to a car or truck and are expected to drive to worksites. If the worksite is 1 hour or more away, one way travel is paid by the hour.

Hours: Monday to Friday 7am-3pm. This includes a 1-hour lunch (30 minutes paid, 30 minutes unpaid).

DEI: We actively seek to build a diverse and inclusive team. Historically, construction and the trades have grappled with a lack of diversity, often being perceived as a male-dominated field with limited representation from various backgrounds. People who hold marginalized identities (such as women and gender-expansive people, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and/or formerly incarcerated people who have a commitment to preservation) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Safety: Safety, quality of work, and speed are top priorities. Establishment and maintenance of a safe work environment is the shared responsibility of this company and employees at every level. Glenco Construction will make every effort to assure a safe environment and be in compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations. Employees are expected to obey safety rules and to exercise caution in all their work activities. Accordingly, employees should be aware of any hazards, which could cause an injury or accident (e.g., spills, obstacles in walkways, etc.). If an employee discovers a potential dangerous condition, they should alert other employees and notify their supervisor immediately.

Hiring process overview:

• Submit resume and cover letter for the application to glenco.libertyhudson@gmail.com
• Phone screening with Michael Black, Owner (30 minutes)
• In person interview with Michael Black, Owner (1 hour)