Facilities Carpenter & Renovation Specialist

Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh is seeking a skilled Journeyman Carpenter to maintain and repair apartments and offices. You will construct and repair wooden structures, install fixtures, read blueprints, and fabricate components while adhering to building codes and safety standards.

This on-site role requires physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, a valid driver's license, and experience with power tools and hand tools.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Journeyman-level experience or completion of an approved apprenticeship program.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable under the Authority's plan.

Responsibilities

• Builds or repairs wooden structures, ceilings, walls, steps, drywall, etc.
• Maintains, changes, and repairs door locks and doors to ensure a safe environment for residents.
• Replaces floor and floor tiles in buildings to repair wear damage or fire damages; installs countertops, cupboards, and fixtures for new or renovated apartments.
• Boards up or replaces windows of vacant apartments; secures vacant apartments to prevent illegal entry.
• Maintains inventory of tools, materials, and supplies; orders additional resources when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Carpentry

Hand-held tools

Reading blueprints

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Journeyman-level experience or apprenticeship

Driver's license

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh is seeking a skilled Journeyman Carpenter to maintain and repair apartments and offices. You will construct and repair wooden structures, install fixtures, read blueprints, and fabricate components while adhering to building codes and safety standards.

This on-site role requires physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, a valid driver's license, and experience with power tools and hand tools.