Who are we?
With over 30 years in the industry RareField Design/Build (formerly Paxton Gate Design/Build) is well established as one of the top firms of our size in the area. We’re located in San Francisco’s Mission District and design and construct exemplary gardens throughout the Bay. Our teams are made up of skilled carpenters working alongside adept landscape builders who, together, produce some of the finest gardens anywhere. At RareField, we build projects that dramatically transform spaces and clients’ lives, all while endeavoring to change the stereotypes associated with the construction industry.
Pay/Benefits
We offer some of the best pay in the industry and a full benefits package including healthcare, vacation, retirement, paid holidays, commuter benefits, boot allowance and much more. With at least 3 years professional carpentry experience, a Carpenter at RareField can expect between $30 and $40/hr to start with the upper range requiring a broad skillset and the ability to work independently from plans. There’s plenty of room for growth with positions ranging from apprentice to Foreman and Project Manager.
Job Description/Requirements
As a Carpenter on the RareField crew you will be presented with a variety of work that challenges your perceptions of the trade. The bulk of our work will include decks, trellis, pergolas and other refined outdoor structures. This is not the crude outdoor work you may often have seen but outdoor, finish carpentry held to the highest standards. Additionally, you’ll build simple through complex concrete forms for walls and architectural structures. Additional work includes installation of doors and windows and full interior remodels including kitchens and baths that may be attached to a garden project. Experience with other trades including tile, sheet rock, painting, plumbing & light electrical will come in handy. As a carpenter on our crew you’ll often work alongside a Landscape Builder whose focus is soils, plants, irrigation, stonework and the like. When you’re not building with wood, you may be applying your eye and skill to refined metal and stone details as well.
To be successful in this, we require at least 3 years professional carpentry experience with a reputable firm. You’ll need a means of getting you and your tools to and from job sitesa truck or van is ideal but not requiredand we expect you’ll have a basic set of personal tools; we provide larger equipment as needed.
HOW to APPLY
Please respond with a Cover Letter and Resume detailing your experience and why you’d like to join our team. Feel free to include pictures of your work if you have them. Please be sure to check out our Website and Social Media Accounts to see examples of our work: www.rarefieldsf.com @rarefieldsf
Applicants must be up to date on their Covid Vaccines and Boosters and willing to share proof.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
People of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.