Carpenter
Description
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Position Title:
Carpenter (Temporary)
Grade:
None
Department: Operations
Reports To: Director of Management for Maintenance and System Development
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Union: LIUNA
Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to perform a large variety of skilled tasks related to the carpenter’s craft. An incumbent must have the ability to perform new work construction as well as perform structural repairs to current buildings and construct or repair furniture.
All activities must support the Cambridge Housing Authority’s (“Authority” or “CHA”) strategic goals and objectives and produce results that accomplish the goals of the Operations department.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma, GED or possession of a vocational technical certification beyond high school and 5 to 7 years of experience in all aspects of building maintenance and construction. Ability to follow structural drawings and ability to utilize all carpenter tools are desirable. Working knowledge of the Massachusetts Building Code is a plus. Must have valid Massachusetts driver’s license and be insurable under CHA policies. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Must be able to successfully pass the Carpenter’s Test.
Technical Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a strong background in math, measurements and safety as well as strong technical and construction skills, including framing walls and partitions, installing doors and windows, building stairs, and installing cabinets and molding.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The below statements describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
- Utilizes on a regular basis general machines and hand tools, including, but not limited to table saws, band saws, carpenter squares, belt sanders, drill presses, and routers
- Installs all types of stairs, kitchen cabinets, counter tops, door frames, and windows of standard and nonstandard sizes
- Lifts heavy objects and works with and without assistance
- Performs renovations and new work construction, erects rough framing and completes finish trim
- Designs, fabricates and installs finished business office furniture such as shelves, bookcases and tables
- Maintains tools, materials and work space in a neat and orderly manner, observing all Authority and OSHA safety regulations
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Behavioral Competencies
Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and brings issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
Customer Service: Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identifies, understands, monitors and measures the needs of both internal and external customers; talks and acts with customers in mind; recognizes working colleagues as customers.
Effective Communication: Ensures important information is passed to those who need to know; conveys necessary information clearly and effectively orally or in writing; demonstrates attention to, and conveys understanding of, the comments and questions of others; listens effectively.
Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrates a high level of co