Carpenter

Carpenter

Expected Hours of Work/Shifts Available: Monday thru Friday; 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Position Summary:

Skilled carpenter responsible for performing a wide range of construction, repair, and renovation tasks to support the daily operations of the university’s facilities. Works within the Maintenance Department to install, maintain, and repair doors, windows, cabinetry, flooring, framing, and other structural components across academic, residential, and administrative buildings. Collaborates with other trades staff to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with university standards and building codes.

Responsibilities

· Finish carpentry, painting, construction and repairs/installation of framing, masonry, concrete, flatwork, waterproofing, commercial roofing systems, flashing, gutters, caulking, drywall, vinyl wall coverings, trim, flooring, carpet, split rail and chain link fence, signage, etc.

· Builds/maintains/finishes cabinets, tables, bookcases, shelving, countertops, woodwork, furniture, etc.

· Renovations to facilities.

· Installs doors, windows, hardware, classroom equipment, window treatments, etc.

· Repairs and replaces hinges, closures, doors, window glass, etc.

· Respond to emergency call on a 24-hour basis; some weekend and holiday work may be required.

· Ability to read, understand and follow blueprints and other related diagrams of structural facilities.

· Assists with snow removal and de-ice activities.

· Other duties as assigned within the Physical Plant.

Your Qualifications

· Two years documented experience in finish and rough carpentry/construction trades, commercial roofing experience, painting etc.

· High School diploma or G.E.D.

· Interprets and work from rough sketches, drawings and blue prints, and follows both verbal and written instructions.

· Understand and follow all safety procedures and use of safety equipment. Understand use of MSDS.

· Maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers, faculty & staff, students and the general public; will be required to work as a member of the carpentry crew or with other trades on large projects.

· Operate vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license.

· May work under emergency and difficult situations. Will work with limited supervision.

· Experienced and comfortable working in heights with agility and balance, on scaffolding, ladders, and lifts.

· Able to respond to emergency situation and may be required to work occasional weekends/holidays.

· Able to respond and assist with snow removal/de-ice activities, nights, weekends, holidays.

· Skilled in the operation and use of tools, chemicals, materials, and equipment of the building construction trades, including carpentry, drywall, roofing, concrete, masonry, etc.

· Knowledge of types and skilled in the applications and use of paints, adhesives, stairs, wall coverings, etc.

· Able to work variable shift(s) if needed.

· Provide instruction to assistants and assist with training of new co-workers.

· Fork lift operation certification and heavy equipment operation experience is a plus.

Work Environment

• Standing, bending, climbing, carrying, reaching, handling, and use of fingers 50% or more of the

· of the work day. Able to work off scaffolds, lifts, ladders, roof tops, etc.

• Regularly attendance is required for this position. Actual schedule is contingent upon the needs of the Department and Vincennes University.
• Works both indoors and outdoors, occasionally under inclement weather conditions.
• May work in close proximity to electrical/HVAC equipment.
• Occasionally lifting 50-100 pounds and over.

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