Carpenter

Okcu; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Okcu is seeking a Carpenter/Maintenance Tech I in the Facilities Department to build, repair, remodel, and maintain campus buildings and equipment in support of assigned projects.

The Carpenter/Maintenance Tech I reports to the Assistant Director of Facilities and collaborates with the Facilities team to ensure project success and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of skilled carpentry experience or equivalent combination of training, education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled carpentry work in support of projects and deferred maintenance orders.
• Remodels and repairs cabinets, counters, shelves, tables and furniture.
• Replaces and repairs door closures and locks.
• Alters and repairs walls, partitions, doorways, window frames, stairs and roofs.
• Installs window glass, tiles, and applies wall and floor coverings.
• Refinishes furniture and finishes interiors and exteriors.
• May perform routine electrical, plumbing and mechanical repairs.
• Adheres to safety regulations and PPE requirements.
• Participates in trainings and certifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned for Facilities maintenance.

Skills

Carpentry

Blueprint reading

Power tools

Building codes

Tools

Power operated tools

Job description

VP Area: Facilities

Department: Facilities

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Benefit Eligibility: Yes

Hourly rate: $18.54

Position Summary:

The Carpenter/Maintenance Tech I is a member of the Facilities Department responsible for performing skilled carpentry work to build, repair, rebuild, remodel, and maintain campus building, facilities, and equipment in support of assigned projects.
The Carpenter/Maintenance Tech I reports to the Assistant Director of Facilities and works closely with other members of the Facilities team.

Preferred Qualifications:

Two (2) years of skilled carpentry experience is required; or two (2) years of experience performing duties including skilled carpentry work; or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities and is required

Job Duties:

• Demonstrates an attitude and behavior that reflects the values and mission of the department and University.
• Serves as a member of the dedicated Facilities Project Team dedicated to supporting projects and deferred maintenance.
• Performs skilled carpentry work in support of assigned projects and deferred maintenance orders. Examples of work may include:
  • Remodels and repairs cabinets, counters, shelves, tables and miscellaneous furniture;
  • Replaces and repairs door closures and locks
  • Alters and repairs a variety of building structures such as walls, partitions, doorways, window frames, stairways and roofs
  • Installs window glass and screens; applies wall and floor covering materials; installs ceramic and other types of tile
  • Refinishes furniture and paints and stains building interiors and exteriors
  • May occasionally make routine electrical, plumbing and mechanical repairs of building equipment
• Applies safety precaution pertaining to: safety regulations and procedures; chemical safety, hazard communication program; personal protective equipment; lifting procedures, back injury prevention; flammable storage, housekeeping; and fire extinguisher training.
• Participates in trainings, certifications, and other professional development and compliance activities as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned which could include associated Facilities department maintenance work as requested, including, but not limited to: snow removal, event set-up and clean-up, truck loading and unloading, etc. - (Essential)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of tools and methods of the trade; applicable local building codes.
• Skilled in planning and completing carpentry projects.
• Knowledge of standard carpentry materials and supplies.
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints; prepare rough sketches of work and estimates of material and labor; select proper materials to be used; work cooperatively with others; skillfully use the proper tools.
• Knowledge of and skill in operating, adjusting, and maintaining power operated carpentry tools and equipment on site and in a shop setting.
• Knowledge and skill in use of manually operated carpentry tools and equipment.
• Skill in the repair of damaged furniture, cabinets, walls, ceilings, doors, locks, etc.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent work on ladders and/or scaffolding.
• Possibility of working in confined spaces when working with ceiling structures.
• Frequent work near moving machinery and power tools.
• Exposed to pronounced strain or vibration when using power tools.
• Exposed to intermittent or continued loud and insistent noises caused by power equipment.
• Exposed to large amounts of dust in shops and on site.
• Possible exposure to chemical irritants such as contact cement, adhesives, and cleaning solutions.
• Subject to working near electrical equipment.