Handyman, come help us basic plumbing, electrical, etc =)

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The experience

We need a physical strong person to assist with some of the physical tasks in creating accommodation units and associated infrastructure in a responsible way on available land within our nature reserve.
Ideally the person will be able to suggest solutions to construction problems, and be able to either; lay water pipes, do some basic plumbing, electrical work, concrete work, carpentry, drainage, roofing or fencing
We are just starting the project


What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.


What you get

2 days off per week

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely


Requirements

Over 23 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

We need volunteers that can bring there skills to the project and that are willing to also learn new skills along the way.


Activities & Shift

Working hours are 25 actual hours worked spread over 5 days (some days more or others less)(if we start working at 08h00, we finish at 13H00. If we start 08h30, we finish working at 13H30, to complete 5 hours), with 2 weekend days spend away from the project (no meals on off days) in the nearby town or visiting nearby islands.


Rules

We recommend that you wear watertight boots, long-sleeved shirts, denim trousers, wide hat, provide their own toiletries (including toilet paper), sunblock, insect repellent. A flashlight is required.
- Please wear a hat to protect your head and face from sunburn. Wear sunscreen to protect your skin.
- Keep your accommodations clean, clean up after yourself, do not litter.
- No outside visitors allowed on the property, entertain your friends in town.
- No open fires and no smoking on the property.
- You prepare all of your meals the way you prefer, we as hosts, only provide you with the ingredients for your basic meals. Basic meals in Panama includes ingredients like rice, beans, plantain, yuka, potatoes, bread, chicken, pork, beef, fish, eggs and vegetables.
- Working hours are 5 hours, starting after breakfast for weekdays. On Saturday and Sunday, you are off duty to explore Panama.