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Carpenter
Vanderbilt University
Nashville , TN 37201
Posted 3 weeks ago
Position Summary:
Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations (VUMO) has an exciting opportunity for a Carpenter to join the Zone Maintenance Team. The Carpenter team is responsible for the all the carpenter needs though out the campus.
About the Work Unit:
VUMO provides facilities support for all construction, renovation, and routine maintenance of University Central space and facilities; housekeeping services for approximately 5.8 million square feet of academic, administrative, residential, and recreational space; grounds care for 330 acres that are a registered arboretum; turf care for athletic fields; and utilities for the University Central and the Medical Center.
VUMO's annual budget exceeds $100 million in operating expenses and includes over 400 employees. VUMO manages major capital project expenditures totaling ~$125 million annually and facility renewal, replacement and large maintenance project expenditures totaling ~$20 million annually.
WORKING HOURS: 7:30 am to 4:00 p.m.- Monday- Friday
Must be available to work additional hours as required including evening hours.
Key Functions and Expected Performance:
- Replace Ceiling Tile
- Utilize all wood working equipment
- Cut/hang/mud dry wall
- Repair/replace carpet and/or carpet squares
- Construction of wooden steps
- Minor furniture repairs in dorms and academic buildings
- Assemble and place trash cans and park benches
- Lay ceramic wall tile and grout
- Install cove base
- Repair/replace entry systems, including doors
- Hand pictures/bulletin/dry erase/chalk boards
- Patch holes and nail holes
- Clean roof drains/gutters
- Repair track on sliding doors
- Install and replace brackets for shelving on walls
- Install/replace door stops
- Install/replace door sweeps
- Assist moving crew with furniture moving
- Assist moving crew with stage setup
- Change filter in dorm rooms unit
- Assist Plumbers with caulking sinks and counters in bathrooms
- Assist Key Shop with door magnetic lock repair
- Patch wooden windows assemblies
- Assist with assembly of scaffolding/adjustable ladders to work on ceiling/light repair
- Use man lift to make repairs
- Adjust door closures
- Adjust doors
- Repair/Replace bathroom partitions
- Repair/replace counter tops
- Install keyboards & shelving
- Assist with repairs for broken windows
- Repair/replace turnstiles
- Repair/replace window screen, window shades, venetian blinds
- Repair/replace coat racks
- Assist with minor sidewalk repair
- Minor brick mortar repairs
- Install laminate counter
- Fabricate mailboxes
- Fabricate and mount handrails
- Hang banners
- Replace door hardware
- Replace window hardware
- Hang curtain rods
- Repair window coverings
- Repair/replace door thresholds
- Repair/replace towel racks
- Plastic repair
- Stairway repair
- Repair/replace door grill
- Repair /replace spring closures for doors
- Assist zone HAR mechanics, plumber, and electrician in the performance of their duties
- Utilize work order system in all aspects including parts ordering, printing work orders, parts look-up
- Set up and monitor personal work order query
- Process daily work order time sheet
- Operate vehicle/golf cart and perform operator level maintenance
- Provide construction advise to management when needed - build or repair wooden furniture
- Other duties related to classification
Education and Certifications:
- High School Graduate or GED is required
- Valid Driver License is required; must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Vanderbilt University engages a third party to provide up-to-date notifications regarding negative changes to motor vehicle records
Experience and Skills:
- 5 years of experience in a relevant position
- Must be able to bend, stoop, reach or stand for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to lift as at least 70 lbs
- Able to work in various weather conditions
- High work ethic