John B Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 I have just had this enquiry for a blacksmith, (and also a carpenter but seperately) from the Hansen Wheel and Wagon ShopBrilliant opportunity for someone, We offer an exciting opportunity for creative individuals possessing a mechanical aptitude and artesian attributes. Media includes wood, leather, iron, and a variety of finishes. If you are a highly motivated, responsible individual and possess a positive attitude and ingenuity, with a personal attention to detail, you may be just the person we are looking for. JOB DESCRIPTIONSBlacksmith - Rewarding, creative blacksmith position available; involved in the restoration and replication of horse-drawn vehicles using traditional methods. Vehicles include stagecoaches, hitchwagons, Conestoga wagons, carriages, farm wagons, etc.Required Skills:Applicant must have expertise in the tasks of a blacksmith; such as forging, bending, milling, forming and finishing of metals, and welding (in the marriage of metal and wood). Familiarity with how the old blacksmiths built wagons in the days of the "Old West." Applicant must possess the creative capability to transfer the details of historic wagons as seen in museums, collections, and imagery, into the products of the company. The capability to proceed from initial construction to finished product with the help of conceptual sketches and ideas is also necessary. Blacksmith will be involved in heavy lifting of materials (often over 50 pounds.) This is not a production job. Our projects involve all custom work. Applicants should have above average craftsman skills, mechanical aptitude, problem solving skills, creativity, and artesian attributes. We are willing to train talented, skilled, motivated individuals with metal working or welding experience.Benefits:Competitive wages with excellent benefits, in great work conditions. Health/ Dental Insurance, Vacation, 401K Retirement.Send resumes to dwhansen@hansenwheel.comPlease visit our Company web site at http://www.hansenwheel.com for more informationTraditional Woodworker This is a very rewarding career with opportunities, entailing the construction of horse-drawn replicas and restorations.The primary function of this position is to fabricate and restore historic, horse-drawn vehicles in the true fashion of the old masters. Experience in traditional woodworking joinery is required. Candidates will need strong problem-solving skills and a high mechanical/artistic aptitude. Work will be conducted in a modern facility performing custom, not production work, in an exciting and rewarding environment.Must have journeyman level knowledge in woodworking industry. Must have extensive knowledge of woodworking equipment. Good problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn. Ability to work productively in a team-oriented environment We are willing to train talented, skilled, motivated craftsman in the field of coach making.Benefits:Competitive wages with excellent benefits, great work conditions. Health/ Dental Insurance, Vacation, 401K Retirement.Send resumes to dwhansen@hansenwheel.comPlease visit our Company web site at http://www.hansenwheel.com for more informationIf I hadn't retired, I'd seriously consider it for myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRON FIST RICH Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 I would love to be the apprentice Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FieryFurnace Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 I met these guys out at the ABANA conference! Great folks and it would be a really neat job. I am often torn between taking up a position like that or trying to make it on my own. The weather in South Dakota is the biggest hand-up on that one! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iron woodrow Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 artesian abilities? does that mean if you are a bore? seriously though...... if i was in that neck of the woods.. (america) i would be applying! dream job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forgemaster Posted October 12, 2012 Share Posted October 12, 2012 An artesian bore, but it would be hot and salty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted October 12, 2012 Share Posted October 12, 2012 I have spoken with Doug Hanson owner of the company about this already. He was suppose to post the same material on the site in case some of the membership might be interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaughnT Posted October 12, 2012 Share Posted October 12, 2012 I think I could do it..... but living in the Dakota's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george m. Posted October 12, 2012 Share Posted October 12, 2012 SE South Dakota: Hot summers, cold winters, very flat, and a loong way from just about anywhere else. Good folk, though. If you move there you will have to develop a taste for hot dish, cream of mushroom soup, and bars (for the non-midwesterners hot dish is a kind of cassarole, often made with ground meat or tuna. Bars are a type of native dessert which are baked in a pan.) Also, you will need to learn how to say "You bet." and distinguish between a "heck of a deal", a "pretty good deal," and "good deal." Read some of Garrison Kiellor's books to get a good idea of the culture of the upper midwest. Natively, George M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacques Posted October 12, 2012 Share Posted October 12, 2012 My idea of a dream job. I can apply for both posts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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