*Internal Only* Carpenter 00326

Christopher Newport University; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms and tools provided

Health, dental and vision care

Retirement through the Virginia Retire

Tuition waiver for academic credit

Leave: vacation, sick time, personal

Volunteer/Service leave

Discounted travel, banking, legal and

Job summary

Christopher Newport University in Newport News, VA, is seeking a Trades Technician III for the Facilities Management carpentry shop. The role involves repairs, renovations, and new construction to campus structures, restoring furnishings, and assisting the carpenter supervisor with material and labor cost data.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and carpentry experience; OSHA 10/30 certification and welding/roofing certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent education/experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in carpentry/building maintenance.
• Certification in welding, roofing, or aerial lifts is a plus.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, alterations, renovations and new construction to campus structures.
• Restore, recondition, or manufacture and repair furnishings.
• Assist supervisor in preparing accurate material and labor cost data for renovation projects.
• Complete projects timely and safely.
• Read drawings, specifications and sketches; follow instructions.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed; on-call rotation.

Skills

OSHA/VOSH regulations

Carpentry trades

Estimate labor & material

Read drawings/specs

Follow instructions

Emergency response / on-call

Safety PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Working Title:

*Internal Only* Carpenter 00326

Role Title:

Trades Technician III

Position Number:

00326

FLSA:

Non Exempt

Appointment Type:

Full Time

Type of Posting:

Current CNU/Agency Employees Only

Is Sensitive Position?:

No

Designated Personnel:

Yes

Responsible Employee:

This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

If Designated Personnel, please paste statement:

This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement of Economic Interest:

No

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?:

No

Departmental Objective:

Facilities Management is responsible for maintaining campus buildings utilizing the carpentry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC trades as well as housekeeping and floor maintenance.

Purpose of the Position:

This position will perform repairs, alterations, renovations and new construction to campus structures. It will restore, recondition, or manufacture and repair furnishings and assist the carpenter supervisor in preparing accurate material and labor cost data for renovation projects. It will also complete projects in a timely manner and perform all work in a professional, conscientious and safe manner.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position:

• Understanding of OSHA and VOSH regulations
• Knowledge of the practices of the carpentry trade (wood working, drywall, roofing, framing – metal and wood, furniture repair/refinishing, painting, etc.)
• Ability to plan, layout, and prepare estimates of labor and material for small projects
• Ability to read and work from drawings, specifications and sketches
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to respond to emergency calls as needed
• Ability to be on-call on a rotational basis
• Ability to abide by all safety policies and wear personal protective equipment as required

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :

Education, Licensure and/or Certification:

• High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
• Valid driver’s license

Experience:

• Experience in the carpentry/building maintenance trade

Additional Consideration(s):

Education, Licensure and/or Certification:

• Certification in the following fields: welding, roofing, or aerial lifts
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification

Experience:

• Experience in commercial/institutional carpentry
• Experience working in a college/university/campus setting
• Painting experience
• Welding experience

Salary Information:

Salary $42,560 to $53,200, Commensurate with Education and Experience

CNU Information:

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.

CNU Benefits include:

• Uniforms and tools provided
• Health, dental and vision care
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System
• Tuition waiver for academic credit
• As a State Employee, discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others.
• Available Leave including:
  • Vacation
  • Sick
  • Personal
  • Volunteer/Service

Role Code:

79033

Conditions of Employment:

• This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period
• Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program
• This position is an internal posting, open to current CNU employees only.

Is this position telework eligible?:

No

Telework Eligibility Disclaimer:

This position is eligible for periodic telework as determined by the department. Eligibility is not guaranteed, and is subject to supervisor approval. Eligibility will depend on the likelihood of the employee’s success in a telework arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage telework. Departments and/or Human Resources may modify or revoke eligibility at any time. Employees will be required to sign a Telework Agreement.

Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.):

Essential

Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.):

Essential

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.):

Essential

Pushing/Pulling: