Carpenter II Job Athens area,Georgia USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Position Summary

This position performs advanced-level carpentry work in support of facilities maintenance, construction, and the upkeep of physical structures. Responsibilities include diagnosing and resolving structural issues; installing, repairing, and replacing components of structural framing, fenestrations, façades, interior finishes, and roofing systems. The role addresses complex construction-related problems and implements preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance solutions. It also serves as a crew lead on larger or more complex carpentry installation, repair, or replacement projects.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Seven years of experience internal to Facilities Management Division or 10 years external experience in a structural maintenance or construction setting, with an aptitude for facilities maintenance, construction, and upkeep of physical properties related to the carpentry trade.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Advanced (Senior) Journeyman level trades person.
Ability to troubleshoot complex structural failures.
Advanced knowledge of the International Building Code.
Experience installing and repairing doors, frames, pre-hung and slab doors, locks, pre-hung windows, attic ladder sets.
Experience installing and replacing window frames, pre-hung window units, and broken windows.
Experience installing drywall, chalkboards, acoustic ceilings, floors.
Experience constructing additions, extensions and alterations to existing structures.
Experience operating a variety of carpentry equipment including, but not limited to, saws, routers, drills, sanders, planers and various hand tools.
Ability to read and follow blueprints, shop drawings and sketches.
Ability to perform rough framing duties using wood and metal materials.
Experience cutting and hanging trim work.
Ability to instruct and assist other carpenters on projects. Competence to instruct others in the proper use of tools operated in the carpentry trade.
Has a developed ability to communicate within organization pertinent and accurate information to facilitate multi personnel repair efforts.
Competence to assess next steps, communicate to manager specific trade needs to resolve issues.
Competence to perform all construction, remodel, repair, replacement and renovation duties in accordance with departmental standards and applicable code.

Physical Demands

Lift up to 75 lbs. Stand, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, and work 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.

Duties / Responsibilities

Will instruct and assist other carpenters on projects. Installs doors and frames, drywall, chalkboards, ceilings, floors, constructing additions, extensions and alterations. Performs rough framing duties using wood and metal materials. Performs rough framing duties; cut, trim, hang and finish doors, sliding doors, enclosures and overhangs.

Installing and repairing doors, frames, pre-hung and slab doors, locks, pre-hung windows, attic ladder sets. Installs and replaces window components.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Reads and follows blueprints, shop drawing and sketches supporting the performance of assigned duties.

Documents in writing performed actions and timekeeping.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact:
Lisa Johnson
Email: lisawc
Phone:

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