Carpenter

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• Job Classification: Full-Time Hourly Staff
• Grade Level: 7

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Facilities and Logistics is responsible for the repair and maintenance of the museum facilities and for non-art related operations and logistics. Functions in the department include Buildings and Grounds, Carpentry, Painting, Engineering, Mail Center, and Warehouse Logistics and Fulfillment.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The position is responsible for constructing, erecting, installing, repairing, and renovating structures made of wood and other materials, ranging from custom cases and platforms to building frameworks.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install walls, floors, and ceilings using materials such as  wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composites materials.
• Fit, construct and installs doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using a carpenter’s level, plumb bob, and laser levels.
• Erects scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground levels.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, sketches, or building and determine dimensions and materials required.
• Shapes or cuts materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Build or repair custom casework, cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures using woodworking machines, including but not limited to table saws, miter saws and sanders, hand tools, or power tools.
• Assemble, join, and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
• Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools.
• Inspect ceiling or floor tile, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures.
• Move necessary materials around jobsite as assigned.
• Clean up worksite debris.

QUALIFICATIONS and TRAINING

• Successful completion of safety training virtually or in person, including, but not limited to: Asbestos Awareness, Hazard Communications, Fire Safety/Extinguisher Use, Personal Protective Equipment, Machine Guarding, Ladder and Aerial Lift, Lock Out-Tag Out, Back Injury Prevention, Hearing Conservation, Hand and Power Tool Safety and Driver Safety.
• Must have general knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in carpentry.
• Demonstrated ability and skill as typically achieved through carpenter’s apprenticeship program, or 2 years of related work experience 
• Follow detailed instructions  and communicate verbally and in writing 
• Must be able to work in a diverse and inclusive atmosphere. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regular lifting and moving 80lbs without assistance.
• Long periods of walking, squatting, and kneeling.
• Stretching and reaching overhead and below the waist.
• Climbing stairs, and ladders.
• Using/wearing Personal Protective Equipment as required including, but not limited to, respirators, protective footwear and eyewear.
• Elevated work.

UNION INFO

This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by AFSCME Council 31.

The Art Institute of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires and promotes qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status or citizenship. The Institute complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Department of Human Resources at apply_help@artic.edu.