Responsibilities

- Working with experienced team members to assist with and learn the following competencies - this is not a lead role
- Follow the clear instructions provided to achieve the level of quality required and the standards for the custom work we do
- Yacht-finish expectations for accurate cuts, clean fits, protected work will be met with the training provided
- Any task that is unclear requires clarification prior to proceeding
- Cut, machine, sand, and assemble parts for cabinetry, trim, furniture, and exterior woodwork
- Help fit and install joinery on board from drawings, templates, and site measurements
- Assist on interior refits, rot and water-damage repairs, hardware work, and teak deck jobs
- Prepare solid wood and sheet goods for assembly and finish, including basic veneer and edge work as assigned
- Use hand tools and common shop machines safely and keep your bench and the job site clean
- Flag mistakes and material issues early, before they become rework

Qualifications

- 1–2 years of paid experience in a skilled trade.
- Cabinetmaking, millwork, furniture, carpentry, or boat joinery is preferred.
- Other shop trades will be considered if your hands-on skillsets are transferable

Assets - not requirements

- Marine or boatbuilding experience
- An apprenticeship started or planned (Cabinetmaker, Joiner, or Shipwright). We support apprenticeship and have a strong record with BCIT - apprenticeship programs include a Tool Fund
- Experience with teak, mahogany, or other hardwoods

Job Requirements

- Comfortable with a tape, square,



and basic shop drawings
- Able to use a table saw, mitre saw, router, sander, and standard hand tools, or ready to be brought up to that level quickly
- Willing to take direction, work as part of a crew, and work aboard vessels, including awkward access and outdoor work in Sidney weather
- Lift, carry and position equipment and parts up to 50 lbs
- Ability to bend, kneel, squat, and work overhead and in limited spaces
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
- Short-listed candidates will be required to complete a criminal records check as part of the hiring process. These checks will be conducted through our authorized partner, Triton Canada Inc. and will be completed only with the candidate’s knowledge and consent. Information obtained through this process will be handled confidentially and used solely for employment-related purposes.

Basic Details

- Monday to Friday 7:00 a, tp 3:30 pm wotj twp 1/2 hour breaks
- must currently live within a reasonable commute to Philbrook's Boatyard Ltd. located at 2324 Harbour Road, Sidney BC V8L 2P6
- opportunities for future training in the Marine industry
- additional benefits we offer that are not shown on Indeed's list are: tuition reimbursement, store discount and employee assistance program

Pay: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Marine Woodworker (Sidney)
🏢 Philbrook's Boatyard
📍 Sidney