Carpenter

CarpenterThis is manual work at the journeyman level in both rough and finished carpentry. Work involves the construction and maintenance of structural woodwork and other woodwork involving the use of standard carpenter tools and power driven woodworking machinery. Assignments are normally made orally or in the form of sketches or blueprints. Work is inspected for satisfactory compliance with instructions, although routine repairs are usually made independently without supervision or review.Knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies include: experience completing basic repairs, understanding of various trades, basic understanding of facilities structural components and utility distribution systems, ability to handle high stress situations, troubleshoots basic structural and mechanical failures, ability to perform non-complex general repairs in various trades, ability to perform minor repairs in various trades, acts independently with some general guidance, critical thinking, competent communication skills both verbal and written.Physical demands include: lifting up to 75 lbs, standing, stooping, bending, squatting, kneeling, and working with hands above head. Work in extreme conditions (hot or cold), trenches, confined spaces, attics, crawlspaces, mechanical rooms, etc. Work from a standard and extended ladder.Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes. Is this a position of trust? Yes. Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No. Does this position require a P-Card? No. Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No. Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)? Yes.Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.Duties/Responsibilities: Repairs and maintains doors, floors, windows, partitions, ceilings and exteriors of buildings; builds and install door and window framing. Percentage of time: 60. Builds wooden structures such as partitions, buildings, office additions, fences, and scaffolds and does sheeting and rough carpentry on buildings. Performs hand and bench work in carpentry workshop; operates planers, joiners, drill presses, power saws, sanders and other woodworking machinery. Percentage of time: 30. Repairs and maintains hand tools, saws, and other carpentry tools; installs locks, doorknobs, and other building hardware. Performs related work as required. Percentage of time: 10.