Carpenter

General Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor of Carpentry/Paint/Lock Shop, the Carpenter performs carpentry duties as needed or directed, operating effectively in conjunction with the other construction trades to ensure smooth operations.

 Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Respond to and complete work orders in a timely and efficient manner
•  Perform general maintenance and repair of buildings and assist with new construction to enhance academy properties
• Construct miscellaneous cabinetry and furniture as needed; repair or modify furniture as needed.
• Collaborate with other trades in an efficient and respectful manner
• Assist with function and event setups, and campus moves as required;
• Comply with all Academy Safety Program policies and procedures, both on and off Academy property, and utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Complete professional development classes to stay current on building code, certificates and training
• Other duties as assigned

 Job Specifications

• Completion of 12 grade
• 3-5 years work related experience in construction, especially carpentry
• Current Construction Supervisor’s License preferred
• Ability to prioritize and work within established deadlines
• Knowledge of building construction and building code
• Good organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Basic math and computer skills and the ability to read blueprints
• Detail oriented
• Knowledge of proper use of power tools
• Maintain necessary lead certificates
• Current Driver’s License required
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion, and to serving the needs of a diverse community

 Physical Demands

• Ability to frequently:
  • climb ladders, stairs, ramps, poles
  • stoop, crouch and kneel
  • work in awkward positions
  • reach, feel and grasp objects
  • sustain substantial movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers
  • walk from one work site to the next
  • stand for sustained periods of time
  • receive and communicate information with others to safely and effectively perform functions of job
• Ability to occasionally lift, move and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to rarely lift material up to 150 lb. with help of co-workers
• Close visual acuity to view a computer terminal, inspect small parts, operate  machines and motor vehicles and make general observations of facilities or structures

 Working Conditions

• Worker is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions, including heat and humidity in the summer and cold in the winter
• Worker is subject to noise
• Worker is subject to vibration
• Worker is subject to hazards, including working proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical currents and exposure to high heat or chemicals
• Worker is occasionally in close quarters, crawl spaces, small enclosed rooms and other areas that could cause claustrophobia
• Worker is occasionally subject to atmospheric conditions, including fumes, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, latex and mold

  Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

**SIGN-ON BONUS**

The successful candidate will receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus ($500 paid at time of hire and $500 paid at the end of 90 days of employment.