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Three Positions Open at Zirnhelt Timber Frames

Zirnhelt Timber Frames is a small, growing company located near Williams Lake British Columbia. We produce timber homes and other structures with a focus on sustainable building systems. We are looking for people to join our group to work in a dynamic, demanding, cooperative environment where quality, self-management, new ideas and productivity are all vital to the company culture.

Zirnhelt Timber Frames approaches each position as having the potential to provide a rewarding career.
To apply, please fax or email a cover letter, resume and references to Sam or Damon Zirnhelt:
info(at)zirnhelttimberframes(dot)com
fax: 250-243-2419

Timber Framer

Job Description:

• Full time permanent position
• Produce timber frame homes and other buildings using both traditional and modern techniques
• Review and critique plans and produce material lists
• Calculate and produce compound joinery
• Raise timber frame structures

• Experienced in timber framing
• Emphasis on professionalism and respect with both customers and colleagues
• Understand compound trigonometry: must be able to calculate and produce timber roof systems
• Work with little supervision
• Ability to coordinate with colleagues in an efficient and congenial manner
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong interest in all aspects of sustainable home construction
• Willingness to take on a variety of tasks whenever needed
• Positive attitude extremely important

Assistant Carpenter

Job Description:

• Full time permanent position
• Work with other carpenters in all aspects of specialty home construction, including:
  Foundations, Roofing, Finishing carpentry, Window and door installation, Sanding and staining.

• Variety of construction experience
• Strong interest in sustainable building methods
• Ability to coordinate with colleagues in an efficient and congenial manner
• Emphasis on professionalism and respect with both customers and colleagues
• Positive attitude extremely important
• Must work well with little supervision

Sawyer/Sawmill Site Manager

• Full time, permanent
• Maintain and operate small-scale specialty sawmill
• Manage all aspects of the sawmill operation including: log yard management, equipment maintenance, lumber sorting and organization and waste management
• Manage orders
• Coordinate closely with timber-frame operation
• Operate loader

• Professionalism and respect with both customers and colleagues
• WCB chainsaw safety course
• Strong mathematical skills
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills
• Mechanical aptitude and experience
• Commitment to both quality and productivity
• Experience in running heavy equipment

Log Home Builders Needed

We have immediate openings for 2 full-time log home builders who can build scribe-fit log homes and post and beam homes. This position is responsible for assisting a project lead construct the project. We are looking for someone with experience or schooling in building log or timber structures. Wages are based on the level of experience of the candidate. Please have examples of work upon request.

Log Peeler Needed

We have an immediate opening for a log peeler. The position requires a good back for spudding logs; pulling a drawknife; and using an electric planner. Candidate should be comfortable using a chainsaw. This position could work into log home builder position.

Brian Moore Log Homes
Contact: Brian Moore
Phone: 604-855-0602/ 604-866-8910
Fax: 604-648-8526
Email: info(at)brianmooreloghomes(dot)com
Website: www.brianmooreloghomes.com

Posted: 02/015/08

Window & Door Salesman Needed

Legacy Windows and Doors Ltd. is in need of an outside sales representative.

Full time position with growing wood door and window manufacturer in Maple Ridge.

Responsibilities: Providing the highest level of sales and customer service to existing clients, nurturing new business opportunities, handling phone and web-based inquiries, providing quotations, follow-up, researching and investigating target areas, processing orders and working with production to profitably grow the business. Some travel, attending tradeshows, working with clients after hours or on weekends and working out of the office is required.

Key Competencies: Previous sales experience in the door and window industry an asset. Must be self-motivated, high energy, have a positive attitude, be team-oriented and possess strong selling skills, as well as oral and written communication skills. Must have knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and CRM.

Willing to train the right person.

Email resume: jobs(at)legacywindow(dot)ca

Fax: 604.462.9606

Log and Timber Builders Wanted

Pristine Log & Timber Ltd., a hand crafted log and timberframe construction company located in Lumby, BC is looking for log and timberframe builders, experience/abilities in both crafts preferred. Please send resume along with wage expectations to: Pristine Log & Timber Ltd., PO Box 160, 1837 Shuswap Ave., Lumby, BC V0E 2G0. Fax: (250) 547-2400, Email: info(at)pristinelogandtimber(dot)com.

posted: 07-31-07

Steal Fabricator Needed

Calija Log & Timber Homes requires a steel fabricator immediately. Experience required.
Please send resume with references to Olaf Strumper at calija(at)bcinternet(dot)net, or fax 250-395-8827.

posted: 07-31-07

Log Peelers Wanted:

Full Time permanent positions available immediately.
Please send resume with references to:
Whitevalley Log Homes Ltd.
Cherryville, BC
Attn: Eric
PH/Fax: (250) 547-6666
info(at)whitevalleyloghomes(dot)com

posted: 04-19-07

Full-Time Timber Framer Wanted

Zirnhelt Timber Frames is a growing company specializing in sustainable building systems. We are looking for a dedicated person to fill a full-time position within the company.

We offer competitive wages, flex time, a workplace open to new ideas, a beautiful building site on our ranch in Beaver Valley, steady employment and opportunities to gain experience in all aspects of the building process from milling timbers through to interior finishing.

Position: Timber Framer - Full-time

Requirements:

• Able to work well in a team environment and be committed to developing innovative sustainable building systems.
• Ability to produce shop drawings, layout and cut timbers accurately.
• Practical experience with timber frame construction.
• Formal timber frame training (minimum 3 months).

• Compound joinery experience
• Experience in other aspects of construction
• Computer design capabilities (CAD)
• Mechanical inclination
• Desire to grow with the company

• Construction of hand-crafted timber frame structures (drawing, layout, cutting & assembly).
• In addition to the timber framing our employees work, to different degrees in accordance with their skills and interests, in all aspects of the building system from milling timbers through to high-end finishing.

Remuneration:

Pay rates be very competitive with the industry and related to experience and productivity.
Location: Williams Lake area in Central British Columbia.
For more information on our company visit www.ZirnheltTimberFrames.com
Email resumes and cover letters to:
Sam Zirnhelt: info(at)zirnhelttimberframes(dot)com or fax to 250-243-2357

Log Builders Wanted

Required: Full Time Log Peeler

Worker Wanted:

Small logbuilding company needs a lead hand for full time employment, in Prince George where homes and property are still affordable and life is good. Successful applicant must have at least 5 years experience, be able to take a job from start to finish, work well with others and be willing to relocate in Prince George. Wages are good and negotiable.

Phone: 250-563-9234
Fax: 250-563-9233
Email: logworks(at)netbistro(dot)com

posted 01-23-07

Handcrafted Log Home Builder Wanted:

Full Time position available immediately, experienced applicants only please.
Wage negotiable, depending on experience.
Please send resume with references to;

Whitevalley Log Homes Ltd.
Cherryville, BC
Attn: Eric
PH/Fax: (250) 547-6666
info(at)whitevalleyloghomes(dot)com

posted 01-22-07

Surelog Homes Ltd. has 5 ~ 6 positions that are available, they are as follows:

• Two positions for log builders who have some experience in Post and Beam, Long Log and Timber Framing.
• One ~ two positions available for log peelers.
• One position as a log planer (Rocker-bottomed) is available.
• One position as a sawyers helper is available.

There is a three month probationary period after which the employee would be eligible for our benefits package.
All positions are for full time work (40 hours per week). Booking into 2008! Wages are negotiable depending on experience.

Please contact Terry Hall by email: surelog(at)airspeedwireless(dot)ca or phone the office at 250-835-2312 or fax us at 250-835-2367.

Thank you and all the Best,
Surelog Homes Ltd.,
Terry Hall, President

posted 10/ 23/ 06

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