Carpenter

Position Summary: Constructs, erects, installs and repairs structures according to job specifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with all types of building materials, such as wood, steel, sheetrock, etc.

• Ability to read and follow blueprints for the job

• Ability to use a variety of power tools and measuring devices

• Ability to work in all facets of construction, from large industrial jobs to small handyman jobs

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling up to 80 pounds

• Manual dexterity for using saws, hammers and many other tools

• Frequent and long periods of standing, bending, stooping, kneeling and reaching

• Works inside and outside in varying weather conditions, including exposure to extreme temperatures.

• WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

This position is a full-time position in Campus Enhancement Services. Carpenters report directly to the Director of Construction.

WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday. Hours of work and task assignments may vary dependent upon situational factors, crisis management, and/or weather-related factors, and may require night(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Employee must support the University's mission statement and core values, which includes having a firm commitment to living a Christian lifestyle in keeping with biblical models.

• Five-year's experience as a skilled carpenter required

• Have a High School Diploma or its equivalent

• Technical training through an apprenticeship preferred

• Exhibit good mechanical skills to handle equipment and tools to avoid causing injuries to self and/or others

• Attention to detail

• Understanding of building codes