TEMPORARY CARPENTER

The hourly pay rate is $31.72 per hour.SUMMARYUnder the general direction of the Director of Engineering and/or Chief Engineer, the carpenter is responsible for maintenance, repair and upkeep of facility, structural, equipment and hardware. The carpenter may be assigned diverse aspects related to facility and event operations. The position involves detailed knowledge of facilities and equipment and the ability to adapt to numerous situations. Ability to work independently as well as ability to work with and/or supportive of engineering staff. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned. Responsible for the day-to-day repair and maintenance of the facility, structure, equipment and hardware including door, seats, locks, ceilings, tables, risers, steps, curtains, blinds, carpets, flooring, windows, etc. Fabricate and construct any carpentry related pieces including cabinets, steps, shelving, braces, tables, stands, etc. Maintenance and repair of fixed and portable seating. Maintenance and repair of door and lock assemblies Removal and/or modification of fixed seating sections to accommodate event requirements and special installations. Maintain carpentry supplies and inventories. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Not applicable. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum experience of 10 years in the carpentry trade with 5 years experience in facility maintenance Experience in performing arts facilities, hospitality or other 7/24 operations preferred. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Journey level carpenter and five years related experience in facility maintenance, preferably in the performing arts, hospitality or other 7/24 service venue operation; and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Not applicable. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of facility management and maintenance programs. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with, staff and outside contractors and vendors. Good interpersonal skills to foster a welcoming, effective, and efficient environment for clients, guests, contractors, employees and co-workers. Ability and expectation to work irregular hours, nights, weekends, holidays, and long hours as necessary. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demand described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes and airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is often loud.