Wood Crafter (instructor)

Air Mobility Command; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Mobility Command at MacDill AFB, FL is seeking a skilled woodworker for the Arts and Crafts facility. The role requires reading blueprints, selecting materials, and using precision machines to craft and repair intricate wooden components.

Expect rigorous safety standards and active involvement in shop instruction. Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of hardwoods and wood substitutes, plus the ability to maintain stock and operate woodworking tools with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience with wood crafting methods and making/repairing wooden items with intricate designs.
• Ability to read sketches, blueprints, and specifications to create jigs and fixtures.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and budget/supply procedures.
• Ability to compute and ensure dimensional accuracy of interlocking parts.
• Willingness to train or assist wood shop patrons according to written or oral instructions.

Skills

Woodcraft methods

Dimension accuracy

Safety regulations

Blueprint interpretation

Instruct wood shop patrons

Tools

Woodworking hand tools

Power tools

Woodworking machines

Job description

About the position: This position is assigned to the Arts and Crafts facility of the 6th Force Support Squadron Community Service Flight, MacDill AFB, FL. Work requires frequent standing, bending, stooping, crouching and arm movement. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 45 pounds. May occasionally lift heavier items with assistance. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts and serious injuries, such as loss of fingers from accidents while operating woodworking machines.

Who May Apply:

Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 01/21/2027 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have experience which demonstrates knowledge of wood crafting methods and techniques to make and repair a variety of wooden items with unique and intricate shapes and designs. Knowledge of the properties and characteristics of a wide variety of hardwoods, softwoods, plywoods, veneers, wood substitutes, gluing and bonding agents and other woodworking materials. Ability to compute and ensure consistency of dimensions on interlocking parts. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices and procedures; ability to prepare operating budget, control and account for funds, prepare supply requisitions and maintain stock and equipment levels. Knowledge of set up, operation and maintenance of precision wood crafting machines and woodworking hand and power tools. Skill in interpreting complex instructions, sketches, blueprints and specifications to make jigs, templates and fixtures to extend and/or adapt machines. Ability to instruct and assist wood shop patrons. In addition, must be able to follow written and/or oral instruction, work orders and specifications related to wood crafting work. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: