About us
Kamuela Hardwoods is a small business in Kamuela, HI. We are a woodworking company as well as a lumber and wood slab seller. We run a sawmill operation as well as a retail store (both in Kamuela). Check us out at kamuelahardwoods.com.
Facts about our company:
- Small team of 8-10 people runs the whole company
- There are many opportunities for growth depending on skill level!
- Friday Lunch provided every week!
ABOUT THIS JOB:
As a retail person at Kamuela Hardwoods, you will be in charge of our front desk operations. You will also be helping out at the sawmill as needed for general woodshop labor. If you already have woodworking skills, that is a big plus. Our retail shop is located in the heart of Waimea (Big Island), in the old Parker Ranch Slaughterhouse! Our sawmill is out near the old Saddle Road entrance turn on the upper road, right outside of town.
Your responsibilities will include:
-Opening & closing the retail shop securely
-Greeting & helping customers (in-person AND on work phone)
-Use of a basic chop saw (safety gear provided)
-Prepping orders for shipping (wrapping packages, generating shipping labels, bringing to post office...etc.)
-Sweeping, vacuuming & dusting as needed
-Weed whacking, stacking lumber, helping with basic woodworking prep as needed.
Our ideal candidate:
-Able to lift 65+ lbs.
-Has some experience with tree species on the Big Island AND/OR woodworking experience
-Good attitude & kind to customers and co-workers
-Microsoft Excel & Google Drive experience
-Has a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
-WILLING TO HELP get tasks done
What you should know about the position:
-Pay rate starts at $22.00, but is based on experience in this field (could start at a higher rate with more experience)
-You will be splitting your time between retail and the sawmill
-Mon-Fri Schedule
-No smoking cigarettes (its a fire hazard around the wood, no exceptions)
-Steel toe boots required
-Safety goggles, hearing protection and dust masks provided
Benefits:
-Medical Insurance
-Dental Insurance
-Paid time off
-Flexibility in scheduling
-401(K)
-Discount on gas (regular AND diesel)
To apply, please email a copy of the following to madison@kamuelahardwoods.com
1. Resume
2. Three professional references with phone numbers
3. Outline of your knowledge / experience of wood on Big Island (IF ANY - BEGINNERS WELCOME TOO)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Forklift Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person