Building Technician V (Carpenter)

City-of-Pasadena,-Tx; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical insurance

City medical clinic on-site

Free Virtual Visits

College tuition reimbursement

Retirement matching 200%

Vacation accrual based on years of svc

Job summary

City of Pasadena is seeking a Building Technician V (Carpenter) to perform a broad range of carpentry tasks including door hanging, lock work, drywall, painting, and finish carpentry while ensuring code compliance and safety.

The role requires high school or GED, 3 years carpentry experience or 1 year formal training, and a valid Texas driver’s license with a good driving record. Generous benefits accompany full‑time employment.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED.
• Three years' experience in carpentry work or one year of formal training in one of the craft areas: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC may substitute for one year of experience.
• Valid Texas driver's license and a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform general carpentry such as hanging doors, repairing sheetrock, painting and miscellaneous repairs.
• Install, replace and repair ceilings, floors, drywall, painting and wall coverings; follow city codes and safety procedures.
• Inspect work by outside contractors and ensure compliance with maintenance standards.
• Operate and maintain carpentry equipment; perform finish carpentry like moldings and trim; install doors, locks, and metal studs.

Skills

Carpentry

Maintenance

Finish carpentry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Texas driver’s license

Job description

Duties

The Building Technician V (Carpenter) performs general carpentry such as changing locks on doorknobs, hanging doors, repairing sheetrock, painting and other miscellaneous repairs as required. Install, replace and repair ceiling tile, floor tile, drywall, painting and wall paper. Perform all maintenance repairs in accordance with and state codes, regulations and safety procedures; stay abreast of changes in city codes. Install, maintain, repair and adjust all makes of door locks and fastening devices, door closures, and overhead doors. Build, repair, and install office furniture, counters, cabinets, shelves, tables, benches, partitions, floors, doors, building framework, and trims. Install metal studs, metal doors, and frames. Perform finish carpentry work, i.e., moldings, trim work, cabinets, etc. Perform preventative maintenance on carpentry equipment. Inspect work performed by outside contractors. Work the assigned schedule and comply with City timekeeping and attendance policy. Must have and maintain, without interruption, all necessary licenses, certifications, clearances, and/or job requirements. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school education or GED. Three years' experience in carpentry work or one year of formal training in one of the craft areas: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC may substitute for one year of experience. Valid Texas driver's license and a good driving record.

The City of Pasadena offers very generous benefits to all full-time employees. For example:

• Employee-only medical insurance starts as low as $15 per month and the most expensive Employee & Family plan is less than $350 per month.


• The City has its own medical clinic staffed with a M.D. and two medical assistants. Employees and their covered dependents over the age of 5 can visit the clinic FREE OF CHARGE.


• Employees and their covered dependents also have access to Virtual Visits with a medical professional FREE OF CHARGE.


• The City offers college tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year.


• As an employee, you will contribute a portion of your salary each pay-period towards your retirement and the City will match your contribution by 200%. Example, if you contribute $100, the City will contribute $200.


• Civilian employees accumulate vacation at the following rates:
  
  
  
  • Less than 6 years of service - two weeks of vacation per year.
  
  
  • From 6 to less than 11 years of service - three weeks of vacation per year.
  
  
  • From 11 to less than 21 years of service – four weeks of vacation per year.
  
  
  • From 21 to less than 26 years of service – five weeks of vacation per year.
  
  
  • From 26 years of service and up – six weeks of vacation per year.