What are the responsibilities and job description for the Carpenter II position at Harris County?
Precinct One’s Mission
Precinct One’s mission is that we are committed to become a national model for delivering responsive public service utilizing inclusive, innovative, and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life, advance equality of opportunity, and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County.
What you will do at Precinct One
Harris County Precinct One is looking for a Carpenter II!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Construct and repair structural woodwork and equipment at service centers, park buildings, pavilions and other facilities in Precinct One.
- Use tools of the trade to install and repair stain-grade trim work; hang doors, drill and set door hardware; set windows
- Other duties as assigned
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
What you will bring to Precinct One
Education:
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Experience:
Three (3) years of experience in construction or carpentry
- Knowledge of carpentry tools, including skill saw, miter saw and jigsaw
- Skilled at measuring, cutting and shaping of wooden materials using measuring tapes, saws, chisels and various other hand or power tools
- Knowledge of lumber grades and counter top materials
- Mathematical and analytical skills necessary to interpret blueprints and to do material estimates
- Ability to operate equipment including; front end loader, backhoe and skid steer loader
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
- Commercial (Texas) Driver's License (preferred)
Position Type:
- Full-time | Regular
- This position will be required to work several evenings and a few weekend days per month, depending on event scheduling (with time worked outside of regular office hours offset with the flexible work arrangement policy).
- This job operates in an indoor and outdoor environment.
- Exposure to various weather conditions, temperature variations, loud noises and possible dangerous chemicals may be encountered.
- This is a physically active position which requires exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
What you get in return
You will be surrounded by coworkers who bring their best to work each day. Passionate people who want to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves along with Harris County as a whole.
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick time, and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
About Precinct One
There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners, along with an elected county judge, serve as members of the Harris County Commissioners Court, the administrative head of the county’s government.
With approximately 1.1 million residents, Harris County Precinct One is a diverse, urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct One’s multi-racial, multi-ethnic population is roughly 39 percent African American, 37 percent Latino, 18 percent Anglo, 5 percent Asian, and 1 percent other.
Precinct One, which includes 876 miles of road, stretches south to Brazoria County and reaches into eastern and northern sections of Harris County. The Precinct’s territory includes a large section of Downtown Houston, including the Downtown Harris County Courthouse Complex, Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park, and the BBVA Compass Stadium. Other notable landmarks include the 263-acre NRG Park Complex and the renowned Texas Medical Center. The Precinct is also the higher educational home to Houston Community College, Rice University, Texas Southern University, the University of Houston, and the University of St. Thomas. Precinct One manages more than 20 parks, 11 community centers, numerous hike-and-bike trails, three maintenance service centers, and several area offices, all of which provide an array of services to Precinct One residents.
How to apply
If this job sounds interesting, you meet the required qualifications and you can see yourself working for Precinct One, we invite you to apply at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Salary : $31,200
