What are the responsibilities and job description for the Carpenter Assistant position at Sweet Briar College?
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Carpenter Assistant
Sweet Briar is a liberal arts college for women with a long history of forging female leaders. Sweet Briar College is repeatedly named by the US News and World Report as one of the most innovative liberal arts colleges in the nation. Sweet Briar College is financially stable and actively growing, attracting students who are drawn to it for its excellent liberal arts program, coupled with distinctive programs in women leadership, engineering, sustainability, arts and its legendary equestrian program.
Located in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains approximately 12 miles north of Lynchburg and 54 miles south of Charlottesville. Its campus is one of the nation’s most spectacular, replete with nature sanctuaries, lakes, forests, trails, and most recently, vineyards, apiary and greenhouses.
The College boasts a modern core curriculum focused on women's leadership in the 21st century and undergraduate programs in the arts, sciences and humanities, as well as a Master of Arts in Teaching. It is one of only two women’s colleges in the United States with an ABET-accredited engineering degree. The women’s leadership core curriculum is innovative and energizing.
When students graduate, they are persuasive communicators who know how to think on their feet and bring people together. No matter what they study or where they go, Sweet Briar women are prepared to lead. The campus community is a family of faculty, staff, coaches, and alumnae who support and encourage students and each other. With an average class size of eight students, students lead research, ask questions and forge supportive relationships with faculty that can last for decades.
Job Title: Carpenter Assistant
Classification: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Senior Director of Physical Plant
Job Summary/Objective: Sweet Briar seeks a person capable of independently performing maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and/or preventive maintenance. This is an entry-level position with the potential for growth. This person will be a member of the carpenter shop and will have primary responsibilities in the carpenter field but will be available to assist other trades.
Position Type/Expected Work Hours: Full Time, Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm; On-Call work and some weekend work will be required.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Essential Responsibilities:
- Assist carpenters in measuring, cutting, shaping and assembling wood or other construction materials according to specifications.
- Prepare and set up tools, equipment and materials needed for each task
- Carry out general labor duties such as lifting heavy materials, moving equipment and cleaning the work area.
- Operate power tools and equipment under the guidance of carpenter, ensuring proper handling and safety protocols
- Assist in installing and repairing structures, fixtures and fittings, including doors, windows, cabinets, trim and locks.
- Maintain and organize tools, equipment and materials ensuring they are in good working condition and readily available.
- Assist with rough and finish carpentry including cabinetwork and sheetrock.
- Perform repairs and patch/paint walls, doors, and trim
- Assist with installing and repair wood, metal, and vinyl doors/windows.
- Hang various items including whiteboards, bulletin boards, banners, and plaques, etc.
- Assist with fabricate/repairs wood and or concrete ramps
- Assist Contractors in locating and gaining access to facilities
- Repairs all types of roofs, roof drains and flashing, cleans and repairs gutters
- Assists other departments with inclement weather clean up
- Creates and maintains a safe, clean, and well-organized work environment including your work vehicle
- Assist in preparation of graduation and other college functions as directed by supervisor
- Responds to On-Call emergencies by assuring prompt resolution to problems
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications: Must have ability or have the ability to learn the following
- Ability to read blueprints and drawings and possess specific knowledge of building construction and maintenance of facilities
- Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools and other equipment such as forklift, drills, saws
- Must have basic mathematical skills plus good oral and written communication skills
- Must have a valid VA driver license or ability to get one and be approved by our insurance company to drive our vehicles.
- Strong work ethic and reliability with the ability to show up on time and complete tasks assigned
- Must have a high school diploma or GED completion
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in an educational setting
- Previous experience in construction or carpentry related role is preferred
Work Environment:
- Fast-paced and often changing
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without supervision
- Both indoor and outdoor environments in varying types of weather
Physical Demands:
- Ability to walk a large, rural campus
- Ability to lift 80 lbs.
- Ability to work from a ladder
Travel:
- Occasional town trips to pick up needed supplies
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Sweet Briar College is committed to enhancing our community and encourages applications from qualified individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences and ideas who would increase the diversity of the College.
