Eco-maintenance
Assistant position
The Eco-maintenance department demonstrates ecologically-friendly building techniques and natural alternatives to dangerous modern construction practices. A mix of traditional and local ecological building methods and materials are used. The department is responsible for not only construction, but mostly maintenance.
Help us recycle and reuse materials wherever possible and make the most of locally available materials such as gypsum, cane and second-hand wood. We try to incorporate environmentally friendly building materials in the refurbishment of our existing buildings.
Duration: 3 - 9 months
Commitment: full-time
Core Responsibilities
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Assisting in maintenance and improvements to our buildings
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Carpentry and implementation of creative improvements to the project (new types of shade structures, bike racks, chairs and tables, shelves, etc.)
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Help with the general maintenance of roofs, floors, doors, windows, etc.
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Assisting in plastering, painting and finishing with a lime wash or other materials when needed
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Take care of our workshop, organise it and keep track of tools
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Finding creative ideas for new projects, repairs, low technologies, reuse of materials
Requirements
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Knowledge of construction and carpentry, and some aspects of plumbing repairs, plastering, painting, etc.
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Tolerance of hard physical work in hot conditions
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Experience in water heating systems or rainwater harvesting systems (desired)
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Experience in green building techniques and materials such as cob, caña, recycled wood, etc.
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Experience in the use of power tools
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Experience in plumbing (desired)
Application
In order to apply, please prepare your application letter containing:
Your CV, your motivations for this position and for living in community, your past experiences regarding this position, and why you would make a good candidate. Please also inlcude where you are from or currently live, your age and your pronouns (so we can address you correctly).
Send it to: maintenance@sunseed.org.uk