Lead Carpenter

Responsibilities

• Construct, install, and repair partitions, cabinets, shelves, windows, screens and storms, and ironwork.
• Remodel basic frame structures.
• Install and repair suspended ceilings, formica, doors, door locks and checks, window balances, and various fixtures including drapery rods, shades and blinds, bathroom fixtures, toilet partitions, mirrors, bulletin boards, etc.
• Repair floors, plaster and dry wall, ceilings, furniture, etc.
• Paint and touch up walls as needed.
• Aid in training and supervision of student workers.
• Coordinate work orders.
• Assist with moving all types of furniture on campus.
• Oversee work being done by outside contractors.
• Provide a high level of customer service and satisfaction by responding promptly to all customer requests and or complaints and communicating them to supervisor in a timely manner.

Miscellaneous Duties

• Engrave name plates.
• Repair garage doors.
• Install building and door signage throughout campus.
• Help with moving all types of furniture on campus.
• Oversee work being done by outside contractors.
• Additional tasks and assignments to assist in the overall mission of Facilities Operations.
• Act as a liaison between the facilities team, contractors, and vendors.

Working Relationships

• Work collaboratively with all members of the Facilities Operations staff and occupants of the various university buildings where work is being performed.
• Must be able to provide excellent customer service to all members of the campus community, to respond to and work with students, faculty, and staff in a professional and courteous manner, and to work independently and with team members.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Ability to lead a small crew on various projects.
• Prefer 5-7 years previous carpentry experience.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb using step and extension ladders.
• Helpful to have general knowledge of construction of garages, buildings, etc.
• Efficient and effective communication with supervisor, other tradesmen, and customers.
• Must possess excellent customer services skills.
• Self-starter who can complete assigned projects without supervision.
• Ability to read and follow oral or written instructions.
• General math skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and use a computer including e-mail and online work orders or instructions.
• Excellent work attendance.
• Must be available for occasional after hours, weekend, on-call, and call-in duties.
• Ability to operate powered hand tools.

Equipment Used

• University vehicle.
• Trade related hand tools, common maintenance tools.

Employment Requirements

• Must have successful completion of criminal record check, pre-employment physical and pre-work screen, driving record check and reference checks.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and must be able to pass the requirements to be a Lawrence University Driver and must complete campus drivers training.
• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.