BOB- Supervisor Carpenter

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health insurance

Public pension plan

Commuter Benefits

College savings plan

Wellness programs

Work From Home Policy

Job summary

The New York City Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges, is seeking a Supervisor Carpenter to lead carpentry crews on bridge projects and to ensure quality and safety compliance. You will interpret blueprints, plan and review work, and coordinate with project managers and other trades.

Applicants must have seven years of carpentry experience with at least two years in supervisory roles and a NY driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of recent, satisfactory, full time, paid experience as a carpenter, at least two (2) years of which must have been spent in duties of a supervisory nature; or a satisfactory equivalent.
• Preference will be given to candidate who possess a driver's license valid in the State of New York with no restrictions. Employees must maintain the license during their employment in this position.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of carpenters and other assigned personnel.
• Plan, assign and review work to ensure it meets project specifications and quality standards.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and project documents to guide carpentry tasks.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of carpentry tools, equipment, and materials.
• Monitor work progress and make adjustments to schedules as needed.
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with safety standards and building codes.
• Train, mentoring, and providing technical guidance to carpenters.
• Enforce safety protocols and promote a safe work environment.
• Communicate with project managers, contractors, and other trades to coordinate activities.
• Assist with material procurement and inventory management for carpentry needs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Carpentry knowledge

Leadership

Driver's license

Job description

Civil Service Title- Supervisor Carpenter

* IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE, OR BE REACHABLE ON DOT'S PROMOTIONAL LIST.

Exam# 6554

The New York City Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges is responsible for managing the full life cycle of over 800 bridges and tunnels and over 600 retaining walls, ensuring safety of the public and ensuring mobility for all users. Team members may work on major project designs, oversee construction, oversee maintenance activities, perform engineering reviews and quality assurance tasks on some of the most iconic and complex projects in the City.

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of carpenters and other assigned personnel.


• Plan, assign and review work to ensure it meets project specifications and quality standards.


• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and project documents to guide carpentry tasks.


• Ensure proper use and maintenance of carpentry tools, equipment, and materials.


• Monitor work progress and make adjustments to schedules as needed.


• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with safety standards and building codes.


• Train, mentoring, and providing technical guidance to carpenters.


• Enforce safety protocols and promote a safe work environment.


• Communicate with project managers, contractors, and other trades to coordinate activities.


• Assist with material procurement and inventory management for carpentry needs.

Preferred skills: Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of New York. Employees must maintain the license during their employment.

Work Location: 300 West 206th Street, Manhattan, 10034

Other reasons you should work for us

• a premium‑free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.


• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the positions associated union/benefit fund.


• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.


• College savings plan


• Commuter Benefits (Pre‑Tax)


• a tax‑deferred savings program


• access to robust Wellness Programs that offer resources and opportunities you can enjoy as a City employee.


• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.


• 35-hour base work week.


• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYCs 4 East River Bridges Brooklyn, Manhattan, Williamsburg and Queensboro and other bridge infrastructures safer for pedestrians and motorists.

SUPERVISOR CARPENTER - 92071

Minimum Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of recent, satisfactory, full time, paid experience as a carpenter, at least two (2) years of which must have been spent in duties of a supervisory nature; or


• A satisfactory equivalent.

Preferred Skills

• Preference will be given to candidate who possess a driver's license valid in the State of New York with no restrictions. Employees must maintain the license during their employment in this position.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.