Posted: Sep 5, 2024
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Carpenter 2

Pennsylvania Western University - California, PA
Full-time
Salary: $44,890.00 Annually
Application Deadline: N/A
Posting Number S269P
Posting Text  
Job Title Carpenter 2
Type of Employment Full Time
Bargaining Unit AFSCME
Full-Time/Part-Time  
FLSA  
Salary Range $44,890
Department Facilities Management
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Job Summary / Basic Function
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  • Performs all types of carpentry work as necessary in the proper, maintenance and repair of buildings, fixtures, furniture, roofs, doors, and windows.
  • Makes needed repairs to floors and woodwork.
  • Cuts, replaces and glazes glass for windowpanes.
  • Lays linoleum and floor tile.
  • Installs ceiling tile and wall paneling.
  • Installs plaster board.
  • Builds scaffolding and concrete frames for all types of cement work.
  • Repairs and refinishes furniture, woodwork and floors.
  • Plans and lays out work on projects involving construction and remodeling of buildings and classrooms.
  • Acts as worksite supervisor when requested to do so.
  • Requisitions supplies for construction assignments.
  • Operates various power equipment in the carpentry shop, such as power saws, band saws, lathes, sanding and planning tools, etc.
  • Cleans and sharpens small hand tools.
  • Requisitions supplies necessary for the proper operation of machinery and equipment.
  • Assists in maintaining the shop in a clean and orderly manner.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
  • Knowledge of the methods, materials, and practices of the carpentry trade.
  • Knowledge of regulations, building codes, and the safety and hazard precautions related to carpentry and construction.
  • Knowledge of the care and use of hand, power, and industrial tools for the construction, installation, repair, restoration, and maintenance of structures and articles made from wood, composite, and wood substitute materials.
  • Knowledge of the use and functionality of Microsoft Office Suite software.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve structural issues in buildings.
  • Ability to determine the proper grade, size, and type of lumber or wood substitute material required for a job.
  • Ability to execute a variety of joinery techniques, such as miters, rabbets, dados, biscuits, and mortise and tenons.
  • Ability to read and interpret HVAC, architectural, plumbing, and electrical system blueprints.
  • Ability to perform math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, algebra, and geometry.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary
Five years of experience in the construction, installation, repair, restoration, or maintenance of structures and articles made from wood, composite, and wood substitute materials including two years performing skilled carpentry work in commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential structures; or an equivalent combination of experience and training including two years performing skilled carpentry work in commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential structures.
Preferred Qualifications  
Physical Demands  
Work Location California campus
Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?
No
Work Hours 7am – 3pm, Monday through Friday
Posting Date 09/03/2024
Closing Date  
Open Until Filled Yes
Diversity Statement
The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is committed to and accountable for cultivating an environment that advances diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We strive to create a community that affirms the identities of every individual and affords them dignity and respect, regardless of difference.
ADA Statement
To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, Executive Director of Equity and Title IX, [email protected]; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.
EEO Statement
Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email [email protected] or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.