What are the responsibilities and job description for the Carpenter - UIC Construction position at UIC?

Overview

Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is the village corporation of Barrow, Alaska and is recognized as one of Alaska's top 10 companies with approximately 4,000 employees nationwide and revenues above $700M annually. UIC is projected to grow substantially in the coming years to become a top 3 company in Alaska by 2030.

As a proud Alaska Native Corporation, our success brings growth and benefits to our Inupiat shareholders. The size and diversity of our operations means we have a broad variety of career opportunities. We recruit only qualified people looking to join a workforce characterized by strong leadership, competent and hard-working staff, and a superior work environment with a focus on career development, great wages and benefits.

Summary :

Perform tasks involving all type of craft skill on a construction project in the Alaska village. Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood. This includes but is not limited to building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; and wood stairways, window and door frames, and floors. May also install cabinets, siding, roofing, drywall, insulation or other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

E ssential Duties :

Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
Follow established safety rules, regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
Install structures or fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, trim, or hardware, using carpenters' hand or power tools.
Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob and level.
Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, carpenter's hand tools, or power tools.
Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools, 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.
Operate basic construction equipment such as forklifts and man-lifts.
Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Critical Skills / Expertise :

Knowledge of general, basic construction techniques and safe working practices is essential.

Must be able to read and interpret blue prints, drawings and specifications books.

Must be able to work in a clean and neat manner and with respect to owner’s property and operations.

Have a basic understanding of interrelated systems such as the electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems.

Must be able perform assigned duties in a safe and proficient manner.

Must be reliable and able to work with little supervision.

Must be able to maintain a clean, neat and safe work site.

Willingness to be a team player and to follow instructions.

Must have all necessary tools.

Ability to perform duties and operation of tools of the trade in strict compliance with OSHA rules.

Excellent written and oral communications skills

Experience with pole climbing, pole demolition preferred

Required Experience :

5 years of verifiable experience in carpentry with a focus on new construction.

Must have a high school diploma or Equivalent

Must possess and maintain current driver’s license

Physical Demands :

Lift / push / pull 50lbs to 100lbs on an occasional basis.

Lift / push / pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis.

Will be required to have the ability to bend, squat, crouch, crawl, and kneel.

Will have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps).

Perform prolonged standing (2-3 hour intervals).

Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, above head).

Must have good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles.

Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment.

Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toes shoes, goggles, etc., per OSHA standards.

Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds / commands.

Able to utilize adequate visual skills.

Ability to work at heights above 12’ while working from ladders, scaffolding and / or man lifts.

Ability to fully extend the arm while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side and reaching down.

Ability to perceive attributes of an object / material such as size, shape, temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers.

Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis.

Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis.

Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating materials.

Environmental Conditions :

Ability to withstand extreme temperatures (cold and hot).

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and / or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and outside weather conditions.

The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles.

The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

The wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment mitigates risks associated with these conditions and is mandatory.

Work environment is that of a construction site.

Will be working in close proximity to moving equipment.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and / or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume / application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE / AA / M / F / D / V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP .

Salary : $700

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