Caleb Kunkel

Finish Carpenter / General Construction

More than 15 years of building experience, centered on finish carpentry and custom millwork, with substantial roofing, painting, drywall, renovations, and general construction. Recent independent work includes website development, backend systems administration, automation, and small software tools, alongside farm, property, and custom building projects.

Location
Just outside South Nanaimo / Nanaimo area, BC
Phone
250-258-5174
Email
[email protected]

What I’m looking for

I’m open to full-time work for the right role. I’m also interested in flexible hours, part-time or project work, and helping with overflow.

What I bring

  • Some personal tools and reliable transportation
  • Finish carpentry, trim, casing, doors, cabinetry, and millwork
  • Repairs, renovations, roofing, painting, and drywall
  • Web development, Linux server administration, and automation
  • Good at figuring out what’s wrong with buildings, machines, and computers

Work history

Independent Technical & Practical Work2022 to present
Web systems, software, and building workPrimarily website development and administration, Linux server and backend systems administration, automation, software tools, and building, repair, and finish jobs, alongside farm work, property upkeep, custom building projects, and excavation/site work.
Vedder TimberframeSep 2024 to Jul 2025
Timber Framing Crew MemberCut and shaped heavy structural timbers using chainsaws and beam saws for large timber-frame builds.
JLC CarpentryJun 2019 to Aug 2022
Carpenter / Millwork SpecialistFinish carpentry, custom millwork, cabinetry, doors/casing.
Okanagan Glacier Homes / OK FinishingNov 2017 to Jan 2020
Finish CarpenterFinish carpentry, cabinetry, trim.
Stonegate Design & BuildAug 2014 to May 2017
Finish CarpenterBuilt custom MDF closets, shelving, and pantries; finish carpentry and renovation work.
Alpine RoofingJul 2012 to Nov 2014
ForemanCrew leadership; shingle and metal roofing.
On Top RoofingApr 2010 to Apr 2012
ShinglerShingle roofing and cedar-shake conversions.
COMPUTERS 2UJan 2009 to Mar 2010
Computer Repair TechnicianDiagnostics and repairs.

Independent technical practice

I’ve generally preferred learning how things work well enough to maintain and repair them myself.

Linux and systems

I’ve used Linux for most of my life. More recently, I’ve been building and administering Linux services, websites, and automation.

Computer hardware

I build, repair, and upgrade my own desktop systems, including diagnosis, parts replacement, repasting, and operating-system installation.

Vehicles and bicycles

I handle most maintenance and repairs on my own vehicles and pedal bikes, including troubleshooting and parts replacement.