Carpenter
State of Virginia - Charlottesville, VA
posted 16 days ago
About the position
Facilities Management (FM) supports the University of Virginia's wide range of research, academic and patient care programs. With over 1,100 employees dedicated to excellence, Facilities Management is responsible for the day-to-day operation, repair, and maintenance of UVA's buildings, infrastructure, and grounds as well as other University-owned and leased properties. We have an exciting opportunity for a Carpenter in our Facilities Management Construction & Renovation Services group, which supports Facilities Management's goal of providing consistent, cost-effective, and reliable carpentry and maintenance to the University community. The incumbent performs work of moderate difficulty with responsibilities for constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing structures of wood, plywood, wallboards, sheet metal, and other building materials. The Carpenter also performs other miscellaneous duties such as lock installation and repair, replacing glass and ceiling and floor tiles, and other building trade-related duties.
Responsibilities
- Provide framing, door, window, and hardware repairs.
- Repair, install, and finish millwork, casework, or other wood products.
- Construct partition systems.
- Form, pour, and finish concrete when necessary.
- Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the supervisor, such as snow and ice removal and replacing ceiling and floor tiles.
- Attend safety meetings, classes, and training seminars as directed by the supervisor to keep informed of safety issues and safe working practices.
- Inform customers of job status, reasons for and duration of expected delays, as well as refer customers to the supervisor when appropriate.
- Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and procedures, such as OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of four years of experience in carpentry and woodworking.
- Valid Driver's license.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience working in a Medical Center/Hospital setting.
- Experience in reading blueprints.
Benefits
- 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave
- Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs
- Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System
- Tuition and professional development benefits
- Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year
