Carpenter Foreman (Special Duty Assignment)

King-County,-W; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

King County's Facilities Management Division is seeking an experienced Carpenter II (Carpenter Foreman) for a Special Duty Assignment in Kent, WA. The role involves supervising journey-level Carpenters, planning and coordinating daily work, and preparing labor and material estimates for projects.

Flexibility to handle CMMS and timekeeping tasks is required. The position emphasizes safety, performance feedback, and collaboration with project managers and other trades to ensure high-quality

Qualifications

• Completion of an apprenticeship, formal training program, or equivalent combination of education and experience in carpentry.
• Experience effectively managing employees within the Carpenter trade or similar trades by supervising, coaching, supporting, and empowering employees.

Responsibilities

• Supervise journey-level Carpenters and assign work.
• Plan, organize, schedule, and coordinate daily work activities; prepare work schedules and staffing plans.
• Prepare performance feedback and address conduct issues; participate in disciplinary discussions as needed.
• Monitor safety hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Estimate material and labor, equipment rental charges, and subcontractor costs for projects.
• Organize and file manuals; utilize CMMS and timekeeping systems; verify data and close out work orders.
• Collaborate with planners and project managers to schedule and complete work orders.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Perform duties of Carpenter I as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Planning and scheduling

Estimating labor and materials

CMMS/timekeeping

Oral and written communication

Safety awareness

Education

Apprenticeship in carpentry

Carpentry-related training

Tools

CMMS

Timekeeping systems

Job description

Special Duty Assignments (SDA) are only open to active, Career Service King County employees. This assignment is currently approved to last 3 months. Priority will first be given to members of Joint Crafts Council, Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters.

The King County's Facilities Management Division (FMD), Building Services Section, is looking for an experienced and responsible Carpenter II (Carpenter Foreman) to serve in a Special Duty Assignment (SDA). The Carpenter Foreman will perform supervisory responsibilities including assigning, monitoring and evaluating the work of journey-level Carpenters. This position will also be responsible for scheduling, coordinating and planning the work for the unit; preparing cost estimates for labor and materials.

Who are we?

Through a workforce of over 300 dedicated employees, the FMD operates and manages the County's capital assets by developing and maintaining cost-conscious, sustainable, high-quality facilities, and environments. The Building Services Section of FMD maintains approximately 3 million square feet in facilities where King County provides regional services, including the King County Courthouse and District Courts, Maleng Regional Justice Center, King County Administration Building, King County Animal Shelter, and several Public Health facilities. Our facilities range in age from 8 to 100 years, with equipment such as boilers, chillers, DDC controls, ventilation fans, pumps and compressors, and fire/life/safety.

To be considered for this opportunity

• Model best practices in supervising Carpenters including:
  • Plan, organize, schedule, and coordinate daily work activities of assigned work unit; prepare work schedules and staffing plans; evaluate and monitor work quality and quantity;
  • Provide input and/or prepare performance feedback for subordinates; investigate and address performance and conduct issues in a timely and appropriate manner. May participate in discussions regarding disciplinary actions with higher level supervisor.
  • Monitor for safety hazards and unsafe personnel practices; recommend corrective actions as appropriate;
  • Foster a model of every employee being accountable for high-quality service delivery.
• Maintain accurate personnel, building and vendor files, and records on projects.
• Monitor and track material and labor expenditures.
• Organize and file owner equipment manuals for ongoing reference.
• Utilize and monitor the computerized maintenance management and timekeeping systems. This includes:
  • Inputting detailed data
  • Verifying accuracy of inputted data
  • Closing out work orders
  • Approving hours
  • Correcting errors
  • Training staff on the systems
  • Escalating any issues that arise
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and develop resolutions for maintenance issues.
• Estimate material and labor, equipment rental charges, permit fees, and subcontractor costs for various disciplines within pre-determined project scope.
• Review project specifications and drawings for material standards and constructability.
• Collaborate with Planners, Project Managers, clients, and other trade groups to schedule and complete work orders.
• Provide excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Perform the duties of a Carpenter I, as needed.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Completion of an apprenticeship, formal training program, or equivalent combination of education and experience in carpentry or a related building trade.
• Experience effectively managing employees within the Carpenter trade or similar trades by supervising, coaching, supporting, and empowering employees; ability to make employees accountable for high-quality service delivery.
• Thorough knowledge of the methods, practices, occupational hazards, materials and tools of the Carpentry trade.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions necessary in the carpentry trade.
• Knowledge of the qualities, grades, uses and adaptability of various woods, wood products and related materials used in all types of carpentry.
• Experience in building and maintaining positive relationships with multiple stakeholders and team members.
• Experience in solving customer service issues with tact and diplomacy, and ability to work with a broad and diverse customer base.
• Skill in planning, layout, training, and directing the work of carpenters.
• Skill in preparing time and material estimates.
• Ability to use computer programs including email, Outlook, Word, CMM, and timekeeping systems and support staff in the use of these programs.
• Ability to clearly communicate orally and in writing.
• Must have the ability to perform physically demanding tasks including bending, kneeling, standing, reaching, climbing, stooping, squatting, and twisting on a regular basis.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• The selected applicant must possess a valid Washington State driver's license or the ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner in a variety of County vehicles.
• Final appointment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment physical examination and a thorough federal and county fingerprint based background investigation.

Work location:

This position is currently assigned to the King County South Building Region, reporting at the Maleng Regional Justice Center, 401 Fourth Ave. North, Kent, WA 98032. However, per section 4.2 of the Joint Crafts Council Contract, management has the right to determine work locations.

Work schedule:

This position is non-exempt and is overtime eligible. This position is a 40 hour workweek; Monday through Friday from 6:55am a.m. to 3:25p.m. Work shifts and hours may vary due to maintenance and project requirements.

Union representation:

This position is represented by the Joint Crafts Council, Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters.

Emergency Designation:

This position is designated as a FIRST RESPONDER in the event of a proclaimed emergency, meaning this position has a role in emergency response and is responsible for the protection and preservation of life, property, evidence, environment and/or restoration of order.

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