Carpenter

General Description

ONE CURRENT OPENING. REMAINS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

Under general supervision, performs skilled carpentry work in the maintenance of City facilities and in renovation projects. Work involves performing carpentry tasks required in the City including demolition, building, remodeling, new construction, minor repairs, and related duties. Reports to the Assistant Foreman.

Duties of Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs carpentry tasks by priority.

Remodels and repairs existing buildings, etc. as needed.

Remodels offices when required.

Demolishes and destroys City buildings to accommodate new projects and office space.

Performs miscellaneous assignments such as drilling holes, etc.

Orders supplies; maintains inventory.

Raises and lowers flags for office buildings; installs flagpoles.

Performs interior renovation and construction work, including framing, installing and finishing sheetrock, hanging doorframes and doors, constructing cabinetry, etc.

Installs and repairs ceilings.

Performs preventive maintenance functions as appropriate.

Cleans and maintains assigned vehicles, tools and equipment.

Maintains accurate and complete records of work completed and materials used.

Performs all duties in compliance with department policies, procedures and standards of quality and safety.

Receives and/or reviews various records and report such as work orders and verbal information from supervisor.

Prepares and/or processes various records and reports such as verbal information and inventory of tools.

Refers to blueprints, construction plans, maps, technical carpentry manual, policy and procedure manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.

Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment and machinery such as table saw, handsaw, planner, radial arm saw, drill press, etc.

Uses a variety of tools such as drills, hammers, flat bar crowbar, sander, router, screwdrivers, etc.; and a variety of supplies such as screws, wood, sheetrock, paint, ceiling tiles, insulation, general office supplies, etc.

Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Assistant Foreman, supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and the general public

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs minor repairs such as unstopping toilets, changing light bulbs, repairing water fountains, repairing sinks, changing glass, hanging Christmas lights, etc.

Performs related duties as required.

May be required to report to work during emergency situations, including, but not limited to, city-wide declared emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of carpentry / construction experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid Louisiana Class D driver's license.

NON-COMPETITIVE - ALL CANDIDATES MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND ANY NECESSARY SELECTIVE CRITERIA WILL BE CERTIFIED TO THE VACANCY.

HEALTH INSURANCE: Comprehensive medical benefits options are provided through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana.

Coverage is effective the first of the following month, following full-time employment. Dependent coverage is also available. The City of Kenner also offers voluntary insurance plans: DENTAL, VISION, and SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE PLANS (VOLUNTARY LIFE, CANCER, ACCIDENT, CRITICAL ILLNESS, HOSPITAL CONFINEMENT, LONG-TERM DISABILITY and SHORT-TERM DISABILITY).

LIFE INSURANCE: All full-time employees are insured under a Group Life Insurance policy through Prudential Life Insurance Company.

The coverage is one and half times the employee's salary, up to $300,000. The policy also provides a Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefit. The premium cost is covered by the City of Kenner. Coverage is effective the first of the following month, following full time employment.

RETIREMENT SYSTEM: The City of Kenner's regular full time employees are enrolled with the Municipal Employees Retirement System of Louisiana.

Both the City of Kenner and the employee contribute the required percent to the system. The employee's contributions are kept on account and will be refunded, if the employees leaves employment before they are retirement eligible.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The City of Kenner currently participates in a 457 Plan with MassMutual. This is a voluntary investment program that the employees are allowed to participate in at a contribution rate of their choice (must be within the designated maximum and minimum limits, as set for by Plan Document). The City of Kenner does not contribute to the 457 Plan.

HOLIDAYS: Sixteen paid official holidays are observed, plus any other holidays which may be declared by the Mayor.

ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE: Eligible Kenner employees earn annual leave and sick leave. Accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service.

WORKING TEST PERIOD: Upon appointment to a position in the classified service, the employee shall serve a working test period of six (6) months, unless extended.

EAP: The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a program which provides a professional to help employees and their families to resolve problems. This service is 24 hrs. / 7 days per week, voluntary participation and confidential.

Kenner reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.

CITY OF KENNER

PUBLIC INFORMATION NOTICE

01

Describe your work experience in performing carpentry work that involved reading blueprints or similar plans.

02

Describe your experience estimating time and materials for carpentry project.

03

Please indicate which tasks you have performed in your career:

• hanging doors
• replacing locks
• installing wood paneling or drywall
• roof repairs
• framing walls
• finish and trim carpentry

04

Do you possess a current, valid Louisiana Class D or higher (A, B. or C) driver's license?

• YES
• NO

Required Question

Agency City of Kenner Civil Service Department

Address 1801 Williams Blvd.

Kenner, Louisiana, 70062

Phone 504-466-5477

Website https://www.kenner.la.us/