Carpenter I

Overview:

Job Status/Type: Full time

Position Level : Level II

Shift/ Schedule Requirements: Ability to work various shifts and days including nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.

Performs skilled trade duties in cabinet, carpentry, concrete, and asphalt work required in the maintenance, repair and construction of Park, restaurant and office buildings and equipment. Operates fixed and portable power tools and heavy equipment normally associated with the trade. Studies blueprints, sketches, or building plans for information pertaining to type of material required, such as lumber or fiberboard, and dimensions of structure or fixture to be fabricated.

Benefits:

• 3 weeks paid vacation (6 sick days, 8 paid holidays)

• Several medical coverage options to fit your needs best

• 401K match

• Maintenance-specific scholarships available

• FREE entry to ALL our parks and water parks!

Perks:

• Yearly maintenance appreciation week celebration

• Complimentary tickets for friends and family

• Discounts on food and park merchandise

• Full-time and part-time employee events and gatherings

Responsibilities:

• Plans repair schedules for park equipment and vehicle maintenance programs; inspects, services, tests, troubleshoots, and repairs vehicles and equipment.

• Operates heavy equipment, such as backhoes, tractors, forklifts, JLG lifts, various saws, two way radios, etc. Uses measuring devices, carpentry tools, concrete tools, landscaping tools, mechanic’s tools, etc.

• Documents work performed daily. Prepares and/or processes maintenance documentation and inspection forms, as required.

• Maintains clean, orderly and safe work areas. Properly maintains assigned equipment and tools.

• Works with materials such as wood, plastic, fiberglass, or drywall. Utilizes chisels, planes, saws, drills, and sanders to repair and erect structures. Joins materials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesives.

• Works on top of scaffolding, ladders, and the top beams of buildings. Checks work along the way to ensure it’s up to code and specifications.

• Uses levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and surveying equipment to ensure everything is level and secure.

• Works with prefabricated buildings. Builds stairs, mantles, and furniture. Install cabinets and molding.

• Remodels offices and structures. Creates structures for pouring concrete. Erects scaffolding. Builds trench bracing.

• Replaces panes of glass, ceiling tiles, and doors. Repairs or builds furniture.

• Installs partitions, doors, and windows. Moves and installs machinery.

• May work with blueprints or instructions supplied and ensure finished product matches specifications.

• Prepares the layout of the project. Estimates height, width, length, and other proportions and selects and purchases materials.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age.

• Ability to climb and work at heights up to 300 feet.

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment including steel toed shoes, fall protection equipment.

• Ability to pass a mandatory or random drug test, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state or provincial law.

• Ability to pass a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and overtime.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Solid knowledge of lumber grades and countertop materials. Strong knowledge of power tools, including skill saw, miter saw, and jigsaw. Skilled at operating, maintaining, and occasionally repairing multiple types of tools. Strong critical thinking skills to use logic not only to solve problems but also to foresee them before they occur. Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate between guests and peers, architects, and subcontractors. Ability to work with written blueprints or instructions supplied and develop material lists from same.

Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Related vocational training preferred.

License or Certification: Valid driver’s license required.

Experience: Typically requires 2-4 years of carpentry or general construction experience that includes general carpentry and cabinetmaking.

Equivalency: Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the above requirements.

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is an equal opportunity employer. A work permit may be required for associates under the age of 18. Applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States and in accordance with state laws. Cedar Fair also conducts background checks on all applicants 18 years of age and older.