Carpenter (Union)

Performs skilled trade duties in cabinet, carpentry, concrete, and asphalt work required in the maintenance, repair and construction of Park, restaurant and office buildings and equipment. Operates fixed and portable power tools and heavy equipment normally associated with the trade. Studies blueprints, sketches, or building plans for information pertaining to type of material required, such as lumber or fiberboard, and dimensions of structure or fixture to be fabricated.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates heavy equipment, such as backhoes, tractors, forklifts, JLG lifts, various saws, two way radios, etc.
• Uses measuring devices, carpentry tools, concrete tools, landscaping tools, mechanic's tools, etc.
• Documents work performed daily. Prepares and/or processes maintenance documentation and inspection forms, as required.
• Maintains clean, orderly and safe work areas. Properly maintains assigned equipment and tools.
• Works with materials such as wood, plastic, fiberglass, or drywall. Utilizes chisels, planes, saws, drills, and sanders to repair and erect structures. Joins materials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesives.
• Works on top of scaffolding, ladders, and the top beams of buildings. Checks work along the way to ensure it's up to code and specifications.
• Uses levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and surveying equipment to ensure everything is level and secure.
• Works with prefabricated buildings. Builds stairs, mantles, and furniture. Install cabinets and molding.
• Remodels offices and structures. Creates structures for pouring concrete. Erects scaffolding. Builds trench bracing.
• Replaces panes of glass, ceiling tiles, and doors. Repairs or builds furniture.
• Installs partitions, doors, and windows. Moves and installs machinery.
• May work with blueprints or instructions supplied and ensure finished product matches specifications.
• Prepares the layout of the project. Estimates height, width, length, and other proportions and selects and purchases materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Responsibilities Differentiation: Performs most kinds of carpentry required in the park. Seeks guidance on most complex carpentry work.

Knowledge, SkillsAbilities: Solid knowledge of lumber grades and countertop materials. Strong knowledge of power tools, including skill saw, miter saw, and jigsaw. Skilled at operating, maintaining, and occasionally repairing multiple types of tools. Strong critical thinking skills to use logic not only to solve problems but also to foresee them before they occur. Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate between guests and peers, architects, and subcontractors. Ability to work with

written blueprints or instructions supplied and develop material lists from same.

Experience: Typically requires 2-4 years of carpentry or general construction experience that includes general carpentry

and cabinetmaking.
Equivalency: Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or

competencies may be considered in place of the above requirements.