Carpenter

Position Summary

Perform a variety of journey level, skilled carpentry, cabinetry and general construction duties supporting the construction, maintenance, repair and remodeling of City buildings and facilities and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks / duties performed by employees within this job classification.

Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED supplemented by a two (2) year technical or formal apprenticeship program in finish carpentry or cabinet making; and

Two (2) years of general carpentry experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Preferred Knowledge

• Principles, procedures and terminology used in the carpentry and cabinetry trade
• Tools and materials used in custom carpentry and cabinetry work
• Characteristics of various types of wood
• Stains, sealers, lacquers and other wood treatments and finishes
• Methods and procedures in building construction repair and remodeling
• Finish carpentry including cabinet and furniture making techniques
• Methods and techniques of fence construction
• Methods and techniques of sheet rocking and plastering
• Methods and techniques of surface patching, painting and refinishing
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices

Preferred Skills & Abilities

• Correctly used and apply a variety of carpentry and cabinet-making skills
• Design, read and interpret plans and blueprints
• Work with plastic laminates and different types of adhesive
• Repair and / or replace damaged windows, drywall, tiles, roofing and related items
• Estimate time materials and equipment required for jobs
• Measure and cut materials precisely
• Operate all woodworking and wood cutting machines effectively and safely
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
30+ days ago