Journeyman Carpenter

Journeyman Carpenter

This is primarily a skilled carpentry position. Journeyman Carpenter is a formal title for a carpenter who has successfully completed a state-approved apprenticeship program and has at least 5 years of experience in the carpentry trade. Employers strongly prefer candidates with experience in the public sector or industry. Requires knowledge and skill in using forklifts, man lifts, and hand and power tools required in the related trade. Knowledge of ADA requirements as related to carpentry. Requires the ability to perform math computations needed in the trade; the ability to read blueprints; and basic building code knowledge as it relates to work in the related trade. Required to work overtime on both a scheduled and an emergency basis. Subject to after-hours recall.

Minimum Qualifications: High school degree. Must be able to lift materials and other equipment as necessary. Must have a valid Michigan driver's license and meet the requirements of the Michigan Essential Insurance Act, District Driving Standard. Must be a person of the highest integrity and possess a work record of reliability, trustworthiness, and honesty. The Master Carpenter title indicates that the individual has met all licensure requirements to practice their trade.

Desired Qualifications: Candidates will provide proof of experience and training in carpentry, including prior work in the trade, training certificates, and letters of reference from previous employers. Have working knowledge of Work systems and the ability to prioritize maintenance needs. Must be a "service-oriented" individual with the ability to use a computer and keep accurate records for security needs. Must possess excellent communication skills. Must be able to complete written and verbal instructions. Journeymen's card The applicant must have a good work ethic, work effectively, and get along with others.

Job Responsibilities: The following statements of duties, responsibilities, and frequency describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. We do not intend these statements to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. Actual duties, responsibilities, and frequency may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors. Responsible for scheduling, reviewing, installing, repairing, overseeing, and maintaining all structural and aesthetic components of the building. Review, modify, and prioritize all incoming work orders. Coordinate work orders and work schedules with departments, sites, and contractors. Research and study all applicable carpentry codes to ensure the District is in compliance with all State of Michigan construction codes for all remodel and repair projects. Recommend to the Assistant Superintendent or designee what needs to be accomplished to eliminate ongoing carpentry issues. Coordinate meetings between contractors and building sites regarding contract work. Serve as a subject-matter expert and interface with project coordinators, engineers, general contractors, and subcontractors on project design, development, and site visits. Performing quality control inspections and certifying completed work. Provide time-and materials estimates for carpentry-related projects upon request from district sites.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here represent the requirements an employee must meet for successful performance of the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud depending on the activity of the day.