Carpenter I (12773, Grade HT3)

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and diverse team as a Carpenter I within the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission. This role involves skilled carpentry tasks to maintain and renovate park facilities, collaborating with a dedicated team to ensure safety and quality of construction. If you have experience in carpentry and are passionate about improving community spaces, apply now to make a difference in Montgomery Parks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits

Retirement programs

Medical insurance options

Qualifications

• Must have four years of progressively responsible carpentry experience.
• Knowledge of Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH) is preferred.
• Ability to safely operate tools and motor vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of carpentry for constructing and maintaining buildings.
• Ensure framing work is square, plumb, and properly secured.
• Read and interpret building plans and blueprints.

Skills

Carpentry

Team Collaboration

Blueprint Interpretation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of an approved carpentry apprentice program

Tools

Skid Loader

Man Lift

Forklift

Job description

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• Do you enjoy collaborating with a team to support your division?
  
  

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• Are you a skilled carpenter?
• Do you enjoy collaborating with a team to support your division?
  
  

If this sounds like you, Montgomery Parks Facilities Management Division, located in Gaithersburg, Maryland is the place you want to be! We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly professional Carpenter I.

Facilities Management Division

The Carpenter I will be part of the Facilities Management Division. This Division of 118 staff provides for the care and maintenance of the Department’s physical assets including facilities, pavement, fleet, and major building systems. With a budget over $13 million dollars, the division is responsible for facility condition assessments, major and minor maintenance programs, and serves as the primary support to the Department’s Capital Improvement Projects (CIP). The division strives to achieve a balance between the upkeep of aging facilities and new construction by integrating a number of CIP and major maintenance projects into the daily work program each year.

The Carpentry shop consists of 15 staff engaged in park renovation and improvement projects including upgrading park activity buildings and picnic shelters, constructing park kiosks, and making repairs to aging infrastructure on Parkland in nature centers, maintenance yards and other buildings. Staff complete preventative maintenance projects such as building and roof inspections and gutter cleaning.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a six-time National Recreational and Parks Association Gold Medal Award Winner. Behind the vast and diverse Montgomery County Department of Parks system is a career staff complement of nearly 800 employees, 421 parks and over 37,000 acres of park land that serves a diverse population of more than one million residents in the Washington DC area. Go to our website to learn more: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/.

Please Note: The salary range listed above represents the earning potential for this position. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Examples of Important Duties

Performing Skilled Carpentry Tasks

• Performs all aspects of carpentry to construct, maintain, or renovate Commission buildings.
• Performs difficult and skilled carpentry work involving considerable responsibility.
• Ensure framing work is square, plumb, level, and properly secured.
• Accurately measure, cut, drill, route, and shape various materials.
• Installs and/or replaces doors and window squares, plumb, and meeting proper clearances.
• Fabricates and installs laminates and fine cabinetry products.
• Repairs, replaces, or installs roofs.
• Pours and finishes concrete.
  
  

Tool and Equipment Operation

• Drives motor vehicles to carry workers and haul tools, equipment, and materials.
• Sets up equipment and tools for safe operation at job site.
• Operates skid loader, man lift, forklift, and works on scaffolds and roofs.
  
  

Projects

• Reads and interprets building plans, blueprints, drawings, and sketches.
• Determines precise evaluations of repairs needed.
• Estimates materials and tools needed.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard carpentry practices and methods, Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), fire, and building codes.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).
• Completion of an approved carpentry apprentice program or four (4) years of progressively responsible carpentry experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total four (4) years.
• Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
• Depending on area of assignment, a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements may be required and must be in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations.
• Pass Commission medical examination.
  
  

Supplemental Information

Classification Specification: Carpenter I

Working Conditions: Indoor/outdoor, exposure to varied weather conditions, confined spaces, heights, dirt, noise, dust, and fumes. Must be available to work during emergencies.

May be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Very competitive and flexible benefits programs available!

Get To Know Montgomery Parks And The Opportunities Available

https://www.montgomeryparks.org/about/divisions/

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying

disability, please notify the

Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of application at 301-454-1411

(Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2025 Benefit Summary For Merit System Employees

The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.

Eligibility

You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.

Retirement Programs

• Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) – Plan E excludes FOP members.
  
  

PlanEmployee ContributionPlan C9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)Plan E4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.

• Deferred Compensation ICMA-RC 457 plan (Optional)
• Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
  
  

Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.

• Medical
• Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan – (15%)
• UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) – (20%)
• UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) – (20%)
• Prescription – CVS Caremark – (15%)
• Dental – Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO – (20%)
• Vision – EyeMed – (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
• Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.
  

Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)

• Medical Account – Maximum annual contribution: $3,200
• Dependent Care Account – Maximum annual contribution: $5,000
  
  

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)

• Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month
  
  

Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000
  
  

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)

• Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
• Automatic coverage with opt-out provision
  
  

Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Supplemental – 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
• Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000
  
  

Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)

• Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
• Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
• Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member
  
  

Leave Programs

• Annual: 15 days per year
• Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
• Sick: 15 days per year
• Holidays: 11 days per year
  
  

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Legal Services Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Work-Life Program
  
  

For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission’s Health and Benefits Office at [e-mail] or 301-454-1694.

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