Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailJob Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailJob Title:
Carpenter II
Kent Campus Kent OH
Salary:
$23.96 $25.04 (6 month rate)
Basic Function:
Under general supervision performs a variety of skilled carpentry work in constructing erecting installing finishing repairing and maintaining interior and exterior structures roofing systems furniture signs hardscapes and related components using appropriate carpentry procedures hand and power tools and other machinery. Reports to Carpentry Supervisor or other designated supervisor.
Additional Basic Function if applicable:
Examples of Duties:
Duties/essential functions may include but not be limited to the following:
Performs rough and finished interior and exterior carpentry work skilled hand and bench work and miscellaneous shop duties; designs fabricates repairs refinishes and installs cabinets furniture counter tops bulletin boards partitions shelves signs etc.
Tears down old constructions; makes building maintenance repairs and alterations performing interior and exterior rough and finished carpentry work (e.g. remodels offices builds partitions ceilings stairs bridges performs drywall work etc.).
Collaborates with other trades persons regarding job/work orders.
Determines and/or gathers necessary materials required to complete a job; monitors inventory levels and reports supply needs to supervisor; maintains records of jobs.
Installs flooring to include: carpet (squares and broadloom) VCT laminate and vinyl plank sheet goods hardwood ceramic/porcelain tile stone/quarry or similar.
Installs ceiling systems to include: acoustical tile or panels grid systems black iron supports and similar.
Fabricates repairs and installs door framings casings doors locks windows window shades; replaces hardware screens mechanical and electric closures brackets and panic bars; may replace or install glass in windows and doors.
Installs insulation (batt: cellulose fiberglass foam etc.) in buildings and structures.
Fabricates and installs counter tops and backsplash made of wood laminate solid surface granite or similar materials.
Installs and repairs roofing to include: both flat roofs (EPDMsynthetic rubber roofing membrane modified rubber rolled etc.) and sloped roofs (shingled metal etc.). Performs roof and associated material inspections; installs and repairs flashing wall caps gutters scuppers drains spouting overflows and similar. May be required to move pavers ballasts snow ice or similar manmade or natural barrier to identify locate and make repairs.
Installs and repairs Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems (EFIS) such as Dryvit or similar product(s).
Installs cement/concrete and associated forms; pours finishes cuts seals cement; performs associated cement and concrete work. Builds associated forms.
Erects steel structures framing forming and other forms of iron/metal work.
Cleans shop oils cleans and repairs equipment and sharpens tools.
Drives vehicle to pick up and deliver personnel and materials; may operate fork lift to move lumber bundles roofing materials etc.
May train and direct student employees or employees in a lower pay grade in proper carpentry procedures; may participate in training new employees.
May assist other tradespersons as required.
Performs related duties as required.
Additional Examples of Duties if applicable:
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of carpentry apprenticeship with valid journeyman card in industrial or commercial carpentry. Requires on and offcampus travel.
OR
High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of ten years skilled work experience in carpentry in all areas (e.g.. rough finished and cabinetry work heavy timber construction). Requires on and offcampus travel.
License/Certification:
Valid Ohio drivers license with safe driving record.
Knowledge Of:
Carpentry terminology and techniques *
Carpentry tools *
Appropriate safety practices *
Skill In:
Carpentry *
Use of hand and power tools *
Use of various types of aerial lifts and fall protection systems
Ability To:
Interpret and apply blueprints and job estimates *
Lift 100 pounds and successfully use a Type IA ladder *
Perform mathematics associated with trade applications (e.g. geometry adding fractions etc.) *
Perform drywalling *
Read (e.g. damage reports work orders) write (e.g. to record materials used hours worked) and accurately follow oral written and graphic instructions *
Maintain accurate records *
Work in high places *
Perform masonry work *
Communicate with University personnel and public (e.g. to explain work being performed in area gather information at job site) in person over the telephone or electronically *
Operate computerized equipment
Learn new skills in the application and installation of new building materials and products
Provide positive customer service
Work independently or with a team
Work varied hours and shifts to include evenings weekends and holidays
Use appropriate PPE e.g. Respirator
Preferred Qualifications if applicable:
Assessments:
Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge skills abilities which require assessments
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
Exposed to sawdust dirt fumes chemicals heights loud equipment noise variable temperatures and weather conditions and potentially dangerous equipment (e.g. power saws); requires considerable physical exertion to include frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds (e.g. lumber furniture) and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds (e.g. doors) climbing ladders and extended periods of standing and assuming awkward positions. May be called to work in emergency situations; requires on and offcampus travel.
Working Schedule:
Monday through Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; however schedule may vary to meet departmental needs.
Additional Information:
Must pass a security check.
Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences and are inclusive welcoming respectful and kind.
For official job descriptions visit State University is a SmokeFree TobaccoFree University effective July 1 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent States campuses or other locations and properties that are owned operated or leased by Kent State both domestic and international. For additional details visit intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties job hours and responsibilities.
Full-Time