Carpenter

University of St. Thomas

Carpenter

Department: Facilities Operations

Job Purpose:

The Carpenter, Operations performs skilled carpentry and drywall work in construction, general repairs, alterations, and renovations throughout the university, according to work order systems, sketches, blueprints, and/or oral instructions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Constructs and repairs structures and fixtures.
• Erects walls; installs, replaces, and repairs ceiling grids, door frames, and door hardware; hangs doors and window frames.
• Demolishes concrete, bricks, concrete blocks, sheetrock walls, ceilings, furniture, and other structures as necessary.
• Hangs sheetrock.
• Installs, replaces and repairs VCT, carpet, and other flooring products.
• Hangs whiteboards, TV monitors, smart-monitors, artwork, banners, and other items as required.
• Repairs structures and walls within university buildings, such as in bathrooms, classrooms, and offices.
• Performs the carpentry tasks required to complete work orders and carry out preventative maintenance.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of four (4) years of related job experience

Required Licensing/Certification:

• Valid Texas Driver's License.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of various carpentry tasks and construction practices, and of the related trends, issues, and accepted practices.

Skills:

• Good technical skills, including proficiency in MS Office;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Abilities:

• Ability to use power tools; ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.

Primary Work Location:

• Works in machine shop and/or carpentry shop.

Physical Demands:

• Work is often performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements; work involves some exposure to elements, such as adverse weather conditions, extreme temperatures, oils, dirt, dust, fumes, and airborne particles.
• May occasionally be required to wear a respirator.
• Position requires maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, or walking for prolonged periods of time, as well as for bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, jumping, climbing, and frequent overhead and horizontal reaching.
• Position has occasional exposure to the physical risks associated with demolition and construction. May be exposed to moving mechanical parts, hazardous traffic conditions, potentially hazardous or cancer-causing agents or chemicals, and the risk of electric shock.
• May, on rare occasions, be required to work in a confined space or in a high, dangerous place.
• May be exposed to vibration or noise.
• Must have precise hand-eye coordination, good spatial awareness, and the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Must have the ability to move items of up to 60lbs. Must have the ability to climb stairs and a ladder and maintain balance.
• May occasionally be required to drive or operate university vehicles.
• Required to be on call 24 hours per day for general maintenance incidents.

Commitment to Excellence:

• Demonstrates a commitment to competently perform his/her job duties and responsibilities within established time frames.
• Continuously strives to improve work performance.
• Accepts responsibility for his/her commitments to the university.
• Contributes to the success of the university by consistently providing quality results in the performance of his/her job duties and responsibilities.
• This position requires participation in an on-call rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Communicates Effectively:

• Communicates, concisely, and with courtesy.
• Carefully listens to customers or thoroughly reads correspondence, and uses good judgment to respond appropriately. (Customers can be students, external constituents, staff, faculty, or university guests.)
• Communicates requests for further action or resources to appropriate individuals with tact.

Dependability:

• Takes responsibility to accomplish job assignments within reasonable deadlines.
• Willing to accept new projects and/or commitments.
• Does due diligence to complete projects within specified timeframes and/or fulfill commitments.
• Arrives to work on time prepared and ready to contribute.

Equipment Operation:

• Demonstrates the essential skills required to use equipment and tools needed to perform job duties and responsibilities.
• Follows maintenance and operation procedures and safety rules to minimize equipment malfunctions and prevent personal injuries.

Flexibility:

• Willingly adjusts to changing work assignments or conditions.
• Open to changes in operational procedures, technology, and/or organizational structure.
• Views change as opportunities for learning and professional development.
• Displays a positive attitude to encourage others.
• Promptly responds to changes in work priorities and/or unexpected circumstances or situations.

Integrity:

• Demonstrates high ethical standards of conduct in performing his/her job duties and responsibilities.
• Accepts responsibility for his/her actions.
• Respect and comply with department and university policies, procedures, and work rules.

Proficiency:

• Possess required job skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrate the ability to apply those skills and knowledge to perform his/her job duties and assignments competently.

Respect and Cooperation:

• Treat others with courtesy, respect, and dignity in the workplace.
• Promotes cooperation through open and honest communications and consideration of others' ideas, thoughts, and opinions.

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

The University of Saint Thomas is committed to the religious, ethical, and intellectual traditions of Catholic higher education. As permitted by law, practicing Catholics who will advance the mission of the school are preferred for this position. However, the University invites all qualified applicants to apply.