Lead Carpenter

Position: Lead Carpenter - Curry College
Job Description:

Reporting to the Foreman of Trades, the Lead Carpenter is responsible for a wide range of maintenance duties and general repairs, monitoring and providing general up-keep, and ensuring the College facilities are maintained at a high standard, including but not limited to: roofing, flooring, dry-wall, ceilings, windows, finish work, doors and frames, gutters downspouts, fencing, and related interior and exterior items.

This position requires participation in an on-call rotation schedule. In addition, this position is required to participate in general snow shoveling and removal, salting, sanding, and trash pick up as directed and as needed.

Primary Functions:

* Organize and prioritize assignments under the direction of the Foreman of Trades;

* Accurately and effectively read and follow plans, layouts, and written materials;

* As directed, performs various work area "walk-throughs" to survey preventative maintenance and repair needs;

* In absence of Foreman of Trades, works with the Assistant Director of Buildings and Grounds to prioritize the daily workload of the department;

* Arranges for facilities related supplies, equipment, and material purchases from vendors as needed;

* As directed, performs various work area "walk-throughs" to survey preventative maintenance and repair needs;

* Informs supervisor and/or office staff, in a timely manner, when facilities related supplies, equipment, and material purchases are needed;

* Respond to and complete emergency repairs;

* Repair and remodel various spaces as directed;

* Construct framing, remove and demolish old and build new walls, put up Install and finish dry-wall, put up ceilings, perform finish work, lay floor tile and hang doors;

* Repair, replace and/or install roofing, soffits, fascia, downspouts and gutters, fencing, and windows/screens/shades;

* Perform minimal pest control tasks, as directed;

* Maintain inventory of all tools, supplies and equipment;

* Responsible for keeping work area clean and safe at all times including company vehicle.

General Expectations and Duties:

* It is expected that all work performed is in compliance with any applicable licensure requirements;

* May be asked to communicate with, and direct the work of subcontractors and vendors;

* Communicate regularly with management to meet the needs of the department;

* Under general supervision, work independently within department standard operating procedures, referring all requests to purchase to the Foreman of Trades;

* Must adhere to all safety practices and standards;

* Provides timely response to work orders and assignments;

* Perform duties independently according to broadly prescribed renovation and maintenance projects;

* Effectively completes required administrative processes on request and effectively produces required documentation and reports;

* Works collaboratively with B&G and other College employees;

* Identifies and reports any items that are in need of repair and/or pose a safety hazard at both interior and exterior of buildings to Foreman, forwarding to B&G office issues that need immediate attention;

* Responsible for keeping work area clean and safe at all times including company vehicle;

* Provides responsible and reliable coverage; must occasionally be available for off-hour emergencies;

* A reasonable amount of overtime may be required as necessary to meet the needs of the department;

* May occasionally be required to perform various grounds or trades tasks, including but not limited to moving furniture, and assisting in set ups, as directed;

* Assist with other B&G functions and perform other duties as directed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

* Occasionally oversees and provides hands on direction to students and temporary/casual workers as assigned. It is expected that this position will oversee the work of carpenters, and other personnel as directed.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

* High school diploma, G.E.D or equivalent required

* A valid unrestricted Massachusetts driver's license required

* Requires five (5) to ten (10) years hands-on full-time related commercial experience

* Advanced/high-level skill in finish carpentry required

* Must have overall…