Carpenter/Skilled Trades

ABOUT GEORGIA WORLD CONGRESS CENTER AUTHORITY

Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) is a hub of culture and experiences. As a family of brands The Authority is the parent company of Georgia World Congress Center Centennial Olympic Park Mercedes-Benz Stadium Signia by Hilton Atlanta and Savannah Convention Center. As a team member at The Authority you understand that we are more than a venue; were a world stage for connection innovation and celebration.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Authority is currently recruiting a Carpenter to join our team. The Carpenter reports to the Facility Manager and is responsible for performing general building maintenance on walls doorframes floors and other structures using woodworking machinery hand tools and power tools. This position plays a vital role in the organization by building and repairing the facility safely efficiently and within regulatory guidelines. Our ideal candidate will be an authentic accountable and collaborative skilled trades carpenter.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute general carpentry tasks to maintain the GWCC campus and facilities in excellence
• Safely operate tools and equipment when performing facility maintenance or repairs
• Monitor and secure the safekeeping of carpentry and maintenance equipment and supplies
• Notify appropriate personnel of equipment and facilities needing repair or replacement
• Initiate and complete work orders as required to maintain proper operation of equipment
• Deliver safe and satisfactory services to internal and external customers or constituents
• Initiate and complete work orders as required maintaining proper operation of equipment and utilizing the CMMS
• Input labor and material usage in work order system
• Establish and enhance professional internal relationships
• Notify supervisor of equipment and facilities requiring repairs or replacement
• Participate in periodic departmental meetings as required
• Successfully complete compliance trainings and learning assignments as required
• Promote productivity in accordance with departmental standards and ensure maximum efficiency is realized
• Maintain accountability of work orders for assigned areas; discover efficient solutions
• Perform such other duties functions special projects and responsibilities as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Orientate and onboard entry level carpenters
• Supervise and train entry level carpenters

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Ability to work an irregular schedule including nights weekends and holidays
• Ability to prioritize tasks & to manage workload using own initiative
• Ability to multi-task & work under pressure with limited resources
• High degree of integrity and compliance
• Thoroughness in task approach follow-up & completion;
• Excellent technical skills
• Self-awareness
• Assess weigh and manage risk in the face of uncertainty
• Research and interpret relevant information from a range of sources
• Continuously looking for innovative ways to enhance our performance and contribute to the team.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum high school educationor general education degree (GED)
• Minimum of one(1) years experience as a commercial carpenter
• Supervisory experience as a carpenter foreman in the field of commercial construction or equivalent preferred
• Experience with a commercial facility that demonstrates operational and project planning knowledge a plus

BENEFITS

Georgia World Congress Center Authority offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes extensive medical dental vision life insurance coverage paid vacation paid state holidays Flexible Spending Account options a 401(k) plan with 5% match on-site employee dining featuring below-market value pricing free on-site parking plus discounted prices on auto insurance home insurance pet insurance technology travel attractions and much more!

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Georgia World Congress Center Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate in hiring promotions or on terms or conditions of employment because of race creed color sex age national origin ancestry marital status eligibility for military service disability or for any other illegal purpose.