Carpenter II

Electrician

Are you seeking an opportunity to apply your carpentry skills doing complex construction projects? Do you have hands-on experience within carpentry and construction? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team.

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), a national leader in scientific research and development, located midway between Baltimore and Washington, DC is seeking an Electrician to support installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, and repair of building wiring systems, electrical distribution equipment, and components across our enterprise.

As a Carpenter in Design and Construction, you will:

• Build, install, alter, and repair structures and fixtures such as scaffolding, ladders, concrete chutes and forms, framework with wood and metals studs, drywall, suspended ceilings, roofing, flooring, doors, windows, and furniture.
• Build standard shipping containers and crates
• Work from sketches, diagrams, and/or architectural/engineering drawings, using carpenter's marking and measuring instruments (tapes, rules, levels, plumb bobs, and squares) hand tools (hammers, handsaws, chisels, planes, screwdrivers, etc.) and power tools of the trade (such as power-saws and power-nailers) to craft, fasten, fit, and assemble structures and fixtures
• Use building and masonry materials such as sand, brick, cement, block, structural tile, and concrete to lay out, dig, form, construct, repair, and restore foundations, footings, walls, partitions, sewers, walks, floors, and other structures.
• At times work at heights and may be required to lift heavy objects
• Load, unload, and transport construction materials, tools, and equipment
• Remove debris and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Operate hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Erect and dismantle temporary structures, such as scaffolding and barriers.
• Follow all safety regulations, company policies, and site procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or operations lead

Working Conditions

• Standard schedule: day shift, with flexibility for extended hours or weekend work during peak periods or outages
• Will involve operating APL vehicles and industrial equipment (subject to motor vehicle record review)
• Work may occur outdoors or in confined spaces and may require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or working at heights
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and assist other trades as needed
• Regular participation in required EPA and OSHA/MOSH safety certifications, including PPE, confined space entry, fall protection, lockout/tagout, forklifts, and related training

You Meet Our Minimum Qualifications For The Job If You...

• Have a High School Diploma or equivalent with the ability to read, write and understand English
• Have formal carpentry coursework from a trade school or one year apprentice or two or more years as a carpenter
• Have the ability to set-up and operate tools and equipment associated with the carpentry trade
• Possess effective communications skills, both verbal and written, have experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Possess a valid state of residence driver's license. The selected candidate will be subject to a motor vehicle record check
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing.
• Comfortable working at heights and in varying environmental conditions.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Positive attitude and effective communication.
• Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll Go Above And Beyond Our Minimum Requirements If You…

• Previous construction experience in another trade
• Previous experience on a research lab campus
• Possess experience with Microsoft Office Suite

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

$22.05 Hourly to $46.45 Hourly