Carpenter Senior

About the role

Department: General Services Department. Welcome to the City of Charlotte – America’s Queen City, a diverse and inclusive community where people work together to help everyone thrive. The city’s mission is to deliver quality public services and promote safety, health, and quality of life for all residents. Guiding principles include attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce, valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development, providing courteous, responsive, accessible, seamless services, taking initiative to solve problems, and collaborating with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform building construction work including but not limited to cabinet making, metal stud framing, ceiling and acoustical tile installation, sheet rock repair/finishing, and door opening maintenance.
• Obtain materials needs for assignments.
• Repair, replace, and maintain building door hardware as needed.
• Repair and install plastic laminate, toilet partitions, and toilet accessories.
• Keep records/timesheets and itemize duties performed on the job.
• Read building plans and diagrams.
• Calculate cost estimates as needed.
• Participate in an on-call rotation.
• Perform duties related to general building construction, preventative maintenance, and repairs in approximately 180 City facilities.
• Perform PM inspections and various building maintenance tasks such as replacing ceiling tiles, repairing carpet and base, repairing doors, hanging displays, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma with one year of relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of background, experience and skills necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Qualifications

• High School diploma plus six (6) years of experience with a mastery of skills in journey level construction work.
• Considerable knowledge of standard methods, materials, tools and practices of the building construction trade.
• Experience working in local government and public safety facilities.
• Experience with commercial door hardware; locksmith background a plus.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to read blueprints and diagrams.
• Must be able to work overtime, including weekend/holiday on-call and emergency call backs.
• Must have a good driving record, valid driver’s license and ability to maintain a city driving permit.
• Must work well as part of a team.
• Must be able to lift 75lbs. of equipment and/or tools.
• Ability to load and unload extension ladders from top of utility van and place upright against buildings.
• Ability to climb ladders, crawl and work in small spaces.
• Must work in an organized, clean and safe manner.
• Ability to use the Microsoft Suite and a computer-based work order management system.

Benefits

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte’s benefits. The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol‑free workplace.

Pay

Salary: $25.67 - $36.88 per hour (commensurate with experience).