CARPENTER

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston seeks a Carpenter for the Insourced Maintenance Services under the Houston Airport System. The role covers construction, installation, repair and renovation of facilities and equipment to maximize value for HAS customers.

Two years of carpentry experience and a valid Texas driver’s license are required. The job involves lifting up to 80 pounds and working in varied conditions, with a Tuesday–Saturday shift from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• Two years of carpentry experience required.
• Valid Texas driver’s license required.
• Ability to perform physical labor as described in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs general carpentry activities including design, construction, installation, repair and renovation of furnishings and structures.
• Reviews and implements work orders and inspects sites to determine materials and costs.
• Measures and calculates projects to ensure design accuracy and maintains a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Carpentry

Education

Trade/education beyond high school

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Division & Section

Houston Airport System – Insourced Maintenance

Workdays & Hours

Tuesday through Saturday 5am to 1:30pm *(Subject To Change)

Purpose of Division

The purpose of Houston Airport System (HAS) Maintenance, Insource Maintenance Services, business unit is to effectively deliver self-performed maintenance services at each of the three HAS airports.

Purpose of the Position

The purpose of the Carpenter, Insourced Maintenance Services, is to ensure that the facilities, equipment, structures and utilities are constructed, installed, and maintained in a manner commensurate with maximizing value to our customers. Functions are performed in a manner which applies the most innovation and appropriate engineering and financial principles within the three HAS airports.

Duties

• Coordinates and performs general carpentry activities such as design, construction, installation, repair and renovation of furnishings, cabinetry, doors, windows, containers, crates, flooring, building additions, panels, glass, etc.
• Reviews and implements work orders.
• Inspects work sites to determine materials, equipment, and estimated costs for projects.
• Measures and calculates projects to ensure accuracy of design.
• Maintains clean and safe work environment.

Working Conditions

The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of times. There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions. Requires the ability to make closely coordinated eye/hand movements within very fine tolerance and/or calibration demands; or the ability to make rapid closely coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within somewhat fine tolerance demands; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements within fine tolerances with large equipment as an extension of the worker

Educational Requirements

Specialized training principles, procedures, practices, routines OR techniques in a specific area OR trade which might normally be acquired through up to 18 months of education OR training beyond the high school level. Vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment may be required.

Experience Requirements

Two years of experience in carpentry are required.

License Requirements

Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and comply with the City of Houston’s policy on driving.

• Preference will be given to applicants with experience working as a carpenter utilizing hand/power tools, and build/repair of areas in a commercial, industrial or facilities operation setting, performing preventative maintenance, utilizing a maintenance management system, customer service skills, and team-oriented workplace.

Veteran Preference

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

Selection/Skills Tests

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.

Safety Impact Position

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade 14

Salary Information

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is 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, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.