Ojai farm-based business & homestead seeking apprentice carpenter. We are a certified organic farm and seed company here in Ojai, looking for a reliable, engaged, willing-to-learn individual to help with some of our projects! An ideal candidate has basic carpentry skills, but most importantly is self-motivated, with a desire to learn and a focused presence. Apprentice will be working with the guidance of an experienced farmer/carpenter/handyman. The skills learned during this apprenticeship are very valuable to any self-sufficiency or homestead/business context. The right person for this position will be compensated $10/hr to begin, with a pay rate increase after 1-2 months of proven reliability and social affinity. We are looking for part-time assistance (one day a week) with a variety of projects, including:

• repair & maintenance
  • present structures
  • farm equipment (tractor, mower, hand tools)
• construction
  • solar hot water system
  • solar food dehydrator
  • shed/covered shade/storage...
• skills learned:
• basic electrical
• plumbing
• roofing
• basic framing
• fine-finish carpentry
• painting
• basic motor mechanics
• maintenance of tools & structures
• natural building (cob, earthen plaster...)
• organization...