Carpenter II

desk nameplates. Provide instruction for subordinates regarding handling of emergencies, the feasibility of performing repair or alteration and the scheduling of work. Major work contacts are with building occupants, vendors, trades workers and other agency staff. Incumbents of positions at this level receive general supervision from employees of higher grade who provide procedural guidance, assign work and review performance through inspection and verbal reports for quality and compliance with standard procedures. Detailed Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide instruction for subordinates regarding handling of emergencies, the feasibility of performing repair or alteration and the scheduling of work.
Major work contacts are with building occupants, vendors, trades workers and other agency staff.
Incumbents of positions at this level exercise direct supervision (i.e., not through an intermediate level supervisor) over, assign work to and review the performance of 1-5 skilled tradesmen.
Maintains buildings and related structures applying carpentry techniques arid using carpentry tools to construct, alter, repair and/or install walls, stairs, floors, ceilings, windows, doors, roofs, gutters, locks, air-conditioners, mail slots handicapped chair rails and ramps, shelving, etc.
Installs locks and locking devices in doors, desks, file cabinets, etc. Assembles and installs locks using power and hand tools.
Repairs and overhauls locking devices such as mortise, rim and key, combination, and panic devices.
Inspects buildings needing carpentry repair or alterations, estimates job duration and the cost and/or quantities of labor and materials needed to complete the job, and reports results of inspection to those who have complained of unsafe conditions or who have requested alteration work.
Interprets and/or draws up sketches, patterns, blueprints, instructions, and/or layouts of work to be done.
Performs structural repair, alteration or improvement work such as lowering ceilings and paneling rooms; preparing surfaces for plaster or cement work; studding, and plastering walls and cracks in floors or around windows; taping joints on sheetrock; and pre-cementing and/ or replacing Formica tops. Paint as needed for minor repairs/improvements that have been completed by the employee (for example replace a section of drywall this section would be painted by the carpenter.
Confers with unit control section, various department heads or supervisors regarding handling of emergencies, the feasibility of performing repair or alterations and the scheduling of work.
Makes and/or installs building and door signs and desk nameplates, using a manually operated sign machine; orders materials and supplies and cleaning materials, and uses judgment to determine the size· of signs and lettering to insure uniformity throughout campus.
Performs related work such as framing pictures; making window and door screens; drilling holes in signs; ordering materials and supplies and cleaning materials; and sharpening and tempering various tools and equipment.
Operates rigging for carpentry duties.

Qualifications Required at Hire:

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of carpentry.
Knowledge of the types of building structures.
Knowledge of the types and uses of material used in carpentry.
Knowledge of the safety practices and procedures followed in carpentry.
Knowledge of the types and uses of safety equipment used in carpentry.
Knowledge of the types and uses of small hand-held tools such as hammers, saws, screwdrivers, chisels, drills, etc.
Knowledge of the types and uses of tools used in carpentry benchwork.
Knowledge of the types and uses of small measurement devices such as calipers, levels, rulers, steel squares, etc.
Knowledge of the types and uses of hand-held power tools such as power saws, power drills, power hammers, etc.
Knowledge of the properties and characteristics of wood.
Knowledge of the types and uses of safety and/or climbing equipment such as scaffolds, ladders, rigging, etc.
Skill in using small hand tools such as hammers, saws, screwdrivers, chisels, drills, etc.
Skill in using small measurement devices such as calipers, levels, and rules, steel squares, gauges, etc.
Skill in using hand held power tools such as saws, drills, power hammers, etc.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as plans, blueprints, drawings, etc.
Ability to climb and work from ladders and scaffolds.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
Ability to give oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner.
Physical stamina and endurance.
Based on assignment the following additional qualifications may be required at hire:

Ability to supervise, including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished, the capabilities of subordinates and available resources; controlling work through periodic review and/or evaluations; determining subordinates' training needs and providing or arranging for such training; motivating subordinates to work effectively; determining the need for disciplinary action and either recommending or initiating disciplinary action.

Must be able to satisfactorily pass a check conducted by the Criminal History Systems Board (CORI check); a background check satisfactory to the university.

Qualifications Acquired on Job:

Knowledge of the policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit
Knowledge of the types and uses of agency forms.
Based on assignment, the following additional qualifications may be acquired on job in Carpenter I positions:
Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of supervision.
Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of supervision.

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in carpentry, woodworking or cabinetmaking work, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:

A diploma or certificate from a recognized trade, vocational or vocational school at high school level or higher, with a major in carpentry, woodworking, or cabinetmaking may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.

License and/or Certification Requirements: Current and valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.