Carpenter

Position Summary:

The Carpenter/Maintenance Tech I is a member of the Facilities Department responsible for performing skilled carpentry work to build, repair, rebuild, remodel, and maintain campus building, facilities, and equipment in support of assigned projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

Two (2) years of skilled carpentry experience is required; or two (2) years of experience performing duties including skilled carpentry work; or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities and is required

Job Duties:

• Demonstrates an attitude and behavior that reflects the values and mission of the department and University.
• Serves as a member of the dedicated Facilities Project Team dedicated to supporting projects and deferred maintenance.
• Performs skilled carpentry work in support of assigned projects and deferred maintenance orders. Examples of work may include:
• Remodels and repairs cabinets, counters, shelves, tables and miscellaneous furniture;
• Replaces and repairs door closures and locks
• Alters and repairs a variety of building structures such as walls, partitions, doorways, window frames, stairways and roofs
• Installs window glass and screens; applies wall and floor covering materials; installs ceramic and other types of tile
• Refinishes furniture and paints and stains building interiors and exteriors
• May occasionally make routine electrical, plumbing and mechanical repairs of building equipment
• Applies safety precaution pertaining to: safety regulations and procedures; chemical safety, hazard communication program; personal protective equipment; lifting procedures, back injury prevention; flammable storage, housekeeping; and fire extinguisher training.
• Participates in trainings, certifications, and other professional development and compliance activities as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned which could include associated Facilities department maintenance work as requested, including, but not limited to: snow removal, event set-up and clean-up, truck loading and unloading, etc. - (Essential)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of tools and methods of the trade; applicable local building codes.
• Skilled in planning and completing carpentry projects.
• Knowledge of standard carpentry materials and supplies.
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints; prepare rough sketches of work and estimates of material and labor; select proper materials to be used; work cooperatively with others; skillfully use the proper tools.
• Knowledge of and skill in operating, adjusting, and maintaining power operated carpentry tools and equipment on site and in a shop setting.
• Knowledge and skill in use of manually operated carpentry tools and equipment.
• Skill in the repair of damaged furniture, cabinets, walls, ceilings, doors, locks, etc.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent work on ladders and/or scaffolding.
• Possibility of working in confined spaces when working with ceiling structures.
• Frequent work near moving machinery and power tools.
• Exposed to pronounced strain or vibration when using power tools.
• Exposed to intermittent or continued loud and insistent noises caused by power equipment.
• Exposed to large amounts of dust in shops and on site.
• Possible exposure to chemical irritants such as contact cement, adhesives, and cleaning solutions.
• Subject to working near electrical equipment.
• Visit www.okcu.edu to apply.

Pay: $18.54 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Tools provided
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person