MAINTENANCE CARPENTER/GLAZIER

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, perform skilled carpentry work in the maintenance, repair, construction, alteration, forming, framing and finishing of buildings, furniture and facilities; construct, install, maintain and repair cabinets and other woodwork.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Perform skilled carpentry work in the maintenance, repair, construction, alteration, forming, framing and finishing of buildings, furniture and facilities; receive and respond to work orders; assure compliance with building, health and safety codes and standards.

Construct, install, maintain and repair woodwork including cabinets, bookcases, shelves, doors, window frames and furniture; match materials with color, grain or texture; repair and maintain building and facility ceilings and roofing as required.

Build partitions; construct walls using paneling and other decorative materials; install, replace and repair partitions, ceilings and other items; cut, fit, and hang doors; install and repair drywall.

Alter, repair and replace window screens and frame; install and replace glass and plexiglass windows and components; repair and replace window closures; mix and apply putty; install metal setting or wood molding; assure secure and watertight installation.

Plan, organize and lay out assigned tasks; interpret plans, diagrams, blue prints, sketches and specifications; work from verbal and written instructions and work orders.

Estimate labor, material and equipment needed for assigned projects; monitor inventory levels of materials and equipment; order, receive and maintain inventory of materials and equipment as needed.

Operate a variety of specialized equipment including saws, drills, presses and various hand and power tools; drive a vehicle to conduct work.

Communicate with personnel and various outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns.

Maintain various records related to work orders and assigned activities.

Maintain shop and work areas in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

Respond to emergency carpentry needs as required.

OTHER DUTIES:

Participate in the installation, repair and maintenance of chain link fences, playground equipment, floor tile, chalk and cork boards and other objects as needed; set concrete forms, and pour and finish concrete as directed; assist with other maintenance activities as needed.

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in skilled carpentry and general maintenance and repair.

Operation and use of hand and power tools and equipment.

Building codes related to the carpentry trade.

Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.

Shop math applicable to the building trades.

Technical aspects of the carpentry trade.

Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

Oral and written communication skills.

Record-keeping techniques.

Proper lifting techniques.

ABILITY TO:

Perform skilled carpentry work in the maintenance, repair, construction, alteration, forming, framing and finishing of buildings, furniture and facilities.

Construct, install, maintain and repair woodwork.

Operate a variety of tools and equipment used in the skilled carpentry trade effectively and safely.

Plan and lay out carpentry work.

Read and work from plans, blue prints, sketches, specifications and diagrams.

Observe health and safety regulations and procedures.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Work cooperatively with others.

Meet schedules and time lines.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Work independently with little direction.

Maintain various records related to work performed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to:  graduation from high school supplemented by completion of an approved apprenticeship program in the carpentry trade and two years journey-level carpentry experience involving construction, repair, alteration, forming, framing and finishing.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid California driver’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and outdoor work environment.

Regular exposure to fumes, dust, dirt, oil/grease.

Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment and tools.

Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

Seeing to read and perform carpentry functions.

Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects as assigned by the position.

Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.

Climbing ladders and working from heights.

Standing for extended periods of time.

HAZARDS:

Working around and with machinery having moving parts.

Working at heights.