Carpenter

CBRE Government and Defense Services; Virginia; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Government and Defense Services in the United States (Virginia) is seeking a skilled carpenter to perform framing, drywall, door hanging, trim, and painting prep. You will work from blueprints, select materials, and use hand and power tools to complete interior maintenance projects.

The role requires a high school diploma, 5 years of relevant experience, and a technical/trade certificate. Expect physical work including lifting up to 50 lbs and occasional safety hazards.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Equivalency education experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lay out carpentry projects.
• Work from blueprints, drawings, models, or verbal instructions.
• Use a variety of carpenters hand tools and power tools.
• Prepare surfaces and select materials for jobs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.
• Assist maintenance team and perform related duties as required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma

Equivalent education

Trade school certificate

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

CMMS

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

CBRE Government and Defense is thrilled at the opportunity for you to apply to one of our roles. 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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