Carpenter

CBRE Government and Defense Services; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Government and Defense Services is seeking a skilled carpenter in Portsmouth, VA to plan and execute wood and metal framing, drywall work, door hanging, and painting tasks. You should read blueprints, select materials, and maintain tools and work areas.

A minimum of five years in carpentry and a related trade certificate is required. You will work on-site with a team, lifting up to 50 lbs, and may need background clearance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 5 years of relevant carpentry experience.
• Technical or trade school certificate in related field.
• Able to pass background check and obtain NAC/LAC clearance.
• Must have own tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lay out projects from blueprints or instructions.
• Use carpentry hand and power tools and measure accurately.
• Prepare surfaces and perform painting/maintenance tasks as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and assist maintenance team.

Skills

Carpentry

Tools handling

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Technical/trade certificate

Equivalent education experience

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Job Summary

Necessary carpentry duties include but are not limited to wood and metal framing, blocking, drywall patching, hanging doors & hardware, trim, specialties, temporary walls, etc. Requires knowledge of the trade.

Primary Job Functions

• Planning and laying out of projects.
• Works from blueprints, drawings, models, or verbal instructions.
• Use of a variety of carpenter’s hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
• Able to make standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work.
• Selection of necessary materials for the job.
• Training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.
• Maintains the general cleanliness and appearance of assigned spaces.
• Assists others as part of the maintenance team as required and performs other duties assigned according to personal qualifications.
• Improves and maintains the overall interior appearance by painting and redecorating walls, woodwork and fixtures. Knowledge of surface peculiarities and types of paint required for different applications.
• Prepare surfaces for painting by removing old finish or by placing putty or filler in nail holes and interstices, paint with a spray gun or brush.
• Has their own tools

Education, Experience and Certification

Required/Preferred

Education Level

Description

Required

High School Diploma

Equivalent education experience.

Required/Preferred

Years of Experience

Description

Required

5 years

Relevant work experience.

Required/Preferred

Preferred

License/Certification

Certificate

Description

Technical or Trade school certificate in related field.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., squat, bend, stoop and kneel for short periods, climb a ladder, stand for long periods of time, constant arm extensions.
• Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, but none to the point of being disagreeable. May involve minor safety hazards where likely result would be cuts, bruises, etc.
• Must be able to pass a local background check and have the ability to obtain and maintain NAC/LAC clearance after hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of computer software programs to include Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook required.
• Experience with a Facility Computerized Maintenance Management System software (CMMS) highly desired.

Financial Responsibilities

• No

People Management

• No

Travel Requirements

• No

Disclaimer

The rate for this position is $32. This position may also be eligible for a wide range of benefits based on applicable bargaining unit agreements.

This description is not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of the accountabilities of the job described. Rather, it describes the general nature of the job. In addition, some aspects of this job may change over time, according to business needs, and these changes may not be recorded immediately. The requirements stated represent the minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify and satisfactorily perform this job.

THIS DOCUMENT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS CREATING A CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN CBRE GOVERNMENT & DEFENSE SERVICES AND ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR OTHERWISE ALTERING AN EMPLOYEE’S AT WILL EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP WITH CBRE GOVERNMENT & DEFENSE SERVICES.

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