Star Team Lead Carpenter - Facilities Services - UTK

Star Team Lead Carpenter serve as Facilities Services' rapid-response team, supporting both new and existing researchers. As a member of this team, they must demonstrate leadership, collaborate effectively, and be knowledgeable in multiple trades. This role is primarily responsible for carpentry (90%) and assists other trades such as plumbing and electrical as needed (10%) to include evaluating researcher needs, renovating lab spaces, installing equipment, and ensuring smooth transitions for new researchers.

The role also involves resolving daily operational issues, coordinating with internal staff and external contractors, and ensuring uninterrupted lab operations.

Star Team Lead Carpenter serve as Facilities Services' rapid-response team, supporting both new and existing researchers. As a member of this team, they must demonstrate leadership, collaborate effectively, and be knowledgeable in multiple trades. This role is primarily responsible for carpentry (90%) and assists other trades such as plumbing and electrical as needed (10%) to include evaluating researcher needs, renovating lab spaces, installing equipment, and ensuring smooth transitions for new researchers.

The role also involves resolving daily operational issues, coordinating with internal staff and external contractors, and ensuring uninterrupted lab operations.

• Build containment areas to maintain safety and cleanliness during construction in active lab environments.
• Set up rigging systems to assist in moving heavy research equipment upon request.
• Repair or modify cabinetry to meet evolving lab layout or operational needs.
• Ensure all carpentry work complies with applicable building codes and regulations.
• General Construction & Carpentry:
  Perform advanced commercial construction work, including layout, repair, and maintenance of labs, buildings and structures.
• Construct, repair, and maintain rough frame wood and light steel stud structures, including floors, walls, roofs, stairs, decks, ramps, fences, and gates.
• Execute finish carpentry tasks, including constructing and installing cabinets, counter tops, laminate constructions, interior and exterior trim, and wainscoting.
• Install, repair, and maintain windows and frames, doors and frames, screens, and finish hardware systems.
• Masonry Work:
  Perform general commercial masonry, including the layout of block and brick corners.
• Conduct basic masonry repairs, including work on block, brick, pre-cast stone, and tile.
• Form, pour, and finish concrete sidewalks, pads, and foundations.
• Provide technical assistance, mentorship, guidance, and training for Carpenter I, II, and Senior I personnel.
• Review completed work to ensure it meets standards and correct any complex unsafe or dangerous conditions.
• Assist in the supervision of work crews by assigning duties and reviewing work for compliance with instructions.
• Material Management & Estimation:
  Order supplies and pull materials needed for various projects.
• Conduct site measurements, estimate material takeoffs, and prepare orders for supplies and equipment.
• Prepare designs and sketches for some design/build carpentry projects.
• Communication & Coordination:
  Communicate effectively with all shops, customers, and contractors within and outside the university.
• Participate in work assignments from the beginning to the end of the project, ensuring all tasks are completed to specifications.
• Follow blueprints and specifications to ensure accurate work.
• Specialized Tasks:
  Install drywall, partitions, floor tile, ceiling tile, and shingle and metal roof systems.
• Hang shelving, whiteboards, signs, and other items as needed.
• Perform selective demolition and removal of construction debris.
• Operate and maintain stationary…