Come Build Skis and Boards for Deviation! (PDX)

[Deviationworks]

Deviation is hiring!

We are a small ski and snowboard company based out of Portland, OR. We hand-make everything in house from start to finish. We don't cut corners and are extremely passionate about what we do and we are looking to add two new members to our production team.

We are looking for a Woodworker to assist with many areas of production, from milling wood to glue up in our core blocks to cutting out and finishing the final product. You will work directly with our Woodshop Manager to assist in every step of the process. Previous woodworking experience is a plus but we're also happy to train a motivated and hardworking individual who is passionate about the industry. For more information and to apply directly, check out our posting on Indeed.

We are also looking for a Layup Associate. This team member will be responsible for the main event, layup. You essentially put all the pieces of the puzzle together and press/shape it to form. This role requires extreme attention to detail, the ability to stay within a tight tolerance and highly organized, as you will have hands on every order that comes through our factory and will have to report to all other production areas to ensure parts are ready, finished and to spec. Major stoke on skiing required for this one. For more information and to apply directly, check out our posting on Indeed.

Passion is key when you work in this industry and we know the Newschoolers community has that in droves, so even if you may not feel qualified, apply anyways!

 

[weastcoat]

Bump

 

[skiP.E.I.]

Cool opportunity! What are the chances of being able to work with you folks as a Canadian?

 

[zman420]

On3p 2

 

[Session]

On3p 2

Not even close.

 

[snowfinder]

Not even close.

ouch

 

[hot.pocket]

Not even close.

Get off your high horse.

 

[Filet-O-Fish]

I'm a ACMA certified composites tech for hand layup and vacuum infusion!

Too bad you're so far away.

Also if your looking for somebody to lead the process of actually building skis, and don't have that knowledge yourself it makes me question the viability of your business plan, such as models and design.

Sorry if thats harsh.

 

[Session]

Get off your high horse.

Not even close to Moment either. I've put hands on multiple times.

 

[Deviationworks]

Cool opportunity! What are the chances of being able to work with you folks as a Canadian?

Our team manager/finishing specialist is from the Great White North! These are in-house positions though so you would have to be in the area in some capacity.

 

[Deviationworks]

I'm a ACMA certified composites tech for hand layup and vacuum infusion!

Too bad you're so far away.

Also if your looking for somebody to lead the process of actually building skis, and don't have that knowledge yourself it makes me question the viability of your business plan, such as models and design.

Sorry if thats harsh.

To clarify, this is not a management position, we are merely trying to build a bigger production team and we need another set of hands in the layup department. The layup associate would be working under the production manager, Jeromy Pazzaneze, who has roughly two decades of ski and snowboard design and production experience. Sorry for the miscommunication!

 

[Saga.]

"Also if your looking for somebody to lead the process of actually building skis, and don't have that knowledge yourself it makes me question the viability of your business plan, such as models and design."

While this doesn't contribute to the threads' goal I wanted to respond to this comment as I find the opinion interesting.

You rightfully so question the viability of a brand looking to hire people to make their skis. But why would you question it? If the person starting the business has the knowledge necessary to create a brand and recruit/hire others who know more about construction of the product I would say that is a strong business plan. The entrepreneur understands their skills and limits and is looking to find other motivated people to fill in the gaps.

We've all seen our fair share of start up brands on this site. A fair amount fail because the person starting it doesn't have the specific skills continually improve the product or grow the business. Finding the right people for the positions right away isn't a bad idea.

We'll see

 

[Deviationworks]

While this doesn't contribute to the threads' goal I wanted to respond to this comment as I find the opinion interesting.

You rightfully so question the viability of a brand looking to hire people to make their skis. But why would you question it? If the person starting the business has the knowledge necessary to create a brand and recruit/hire others who know more about construction of the product I would say that is a strong business plan. The entrepreneur understands their skills and limits and is looking to find other motivated people to fill in the gaps.

We've all seen our fair share of start up brands on this site. A fair amount fail because the person starting it doesn't have the specific skills continually improve the product or grow the business. Finding the right people for the positions right away isn't a bad idea.

We'll see

We appreciate your perspective and are always trying to find talented and motivated individuals for our team who have a strong passion for skiing and snowboarding. This is why we reached out to the Newschoolers community, as we know the passion is very strong here. To clarify again though, we are not looking for someone to take over production, we are looking to fill two associate positions that would be managed, instructed and mentored by our production manager. It's always helpful to find people with experience in the build process but those individuals are few and far between and we've been successful in teaching our process to new hires who have what it takes!

 

[xxACIDTRIPxx]

Damn, wish I lived in the U.S....

 

[joelski]

I applied!! hope to hear from you guys soon!

 

[matt_720]

Would love to if you guys were up in bc/ab

 

[.CJ.]

I wish I still lived in Portland right now, or else i would totally apply

 

[Filet-O-Fish]

While this doesn't contribute to the threads' goal I wanted to respond to this comment as I find the opinion interesting.

You rightfully so question the viability of a brand looking to hire people to make their skis. But why would you question it? If the person starting the business has the knowledge necessary to create a brand and recruit/hire others who know more about construction of the product I would say that is a strong business plan. The entrepreneur understands their skills and limits and is looking to find other motivated people to fill in the gaps.

We've all seen our fair share of start up brands on this site. A fair amount fail because the person starting it doesn't have the specific skills continually improve the product or grow the business. Finding the right people for the positions right away isn't a bad idea.

We'll see

very well worded and true, I was confused on what they were hiring for and sounds like they have a solid plan and manager for the department. I wish them well!

 

[freestyler540]

That sounds like a sick job. Too bad im in Canada