What are the responsibilities and job description for the Carpenter II - Facilities Services - UTK position at The University of Tennessee?
Job Description
The Carpenter II performs skilled commercial construction work involving the repair, renovation, and maintenance of buildings and structures at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Working under general supervision, this role includes tasks such as layout, framing, forming, and finishing of various construction projects. The Carpenter is responsible for ensuring that all work complies with OSHA and building code requirements, while also providing technical guidance and direction to designated personnel.
Responsibilities
- Perform general commercial construction work including layout, repair, renovation, and maintenance of floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, and screens.
- Work from blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions to complete construction projects.
- Assist in the repair, construction, alteration, forming, framing, and finishing of campus buildings and facilities.
- Perform tasks such as replacing or installing doors, windows, partitions, ceiling tiles, and floor tiles.
- Assist with basic masonry work, including laying block, brick, stone, precast, and tile.
- Construct forms for concrete sidewalks, pads, and foundations, and perform concrete pouring and finishing.
- Assist in estimating the amount of lumber and other materials needed for projects.
- Select the appropriate type of lumber and materials as directed by the supervisor.
- Take accurate measurements and calculate the size and amount of materials needed for various construction projects.
- Perform layout of walls, rooms, doorways, windows, sidewalks, and other building components.
- Conduct site layout for project components, including sidewalks, slabs, foundations, and pads.
- Work on and from scaffolding as needed to complete construction tasks.
- Handle materials efficiently, including loading, unloading, delivering, and transporting them to job sites.
- Ensure all materials are properly managed to facilitate smooth project execution.
- Follow all OSHA regulations and building code requirements in the performance of construction tasks.
- Maintain a safe and organized work environment, ensuring all tools and equipment are used properly.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Experience in general commercial construction work, including framing, forming, and finishing.
Work Location
Compensation and Benefits
About the Department
UT Facilities Services is responsible for the care and keeping of more than 300 facilities and utilities systems in and around Knoxville. As the University of Tennessee Knoxville's largest non-academic department, team members are responsible for facilities maintenance and repair, custodial needs, landscaping and lawncare, utility work, in-house and capital construction projects, facilities planning and design, environmental initiatives, pest control, campus event services, and facilities administration functions for both the flagship campus and the agricultural institute. The Facilities Services staff provides around-the-clock coverage to ensure students, staff, faculty, and fans have a consistent and positive experience every time they step foot on Rocky Top.
About Us
With over 225 years dedicated to education and research, and as one of the 100 largest employers in Tennessee, there is endless potential to discover at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This advanced academic center comprises 17 degree-granting colleges and schools, 900 programs of study, 547 graduate programs, and is home to over 7,500 employees statewide who support the continued growth of the state's flagship land-grant university. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, Anthropological Research Facility, Space Institute, and the UT Institute of Public Service are acclaimed entities of the UT system and with nearby affiliate, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Rocky Top is a university on the rise. UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset and with values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovative leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs. Apply today and join the Vol Family for life!
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