Lead Carpenter

Responsibilities

• Leading other trade personnel during completion of carpentry related work tasks and projects
• Promptly resolving problems should they arise
• Safeguarding a safe work environment
• Completing shop work on schedule
• Communicating regularly with supervision and appropriate stakeholders

Qualifications

• A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a journey level carpenter
• A high school diploma or equivalency (GED)
• A sound technical background and good communication and leadership skills
• An excellent overall work and attendance record
• A working knowledge of applicable building codes and regulations
• A demonstrated willingness to complete tasks in a professional and timely manner
• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to communicate relevant information to the leadership team
• The ability to work side by side with members of other trades while carrying out lead duties
• A self-reliant nature and the ability to find solutions to routine problems encountered during assigned tasks
• The willingness to serve in a call-in capacity for emergency service and be available for scheduled overtime if necessary to complete an assignment

Physical Demands

• Stand or walk up to two hours at one time for 6 to 8 hours per day
• Sit for less than two hours during an eight-hour day
• Operate a motor vehicle or heavy equipment (e.g., forklift, high reach, cherry picker) occasionally (less the 33% of the workday)
• Lift or carry up to 50 pounds frequently (34 to 66% of the workday) and up to 100 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the workday)
• Lift up to 50 pounds in a full range of motions from floor to overhead and lift up to 100 pounds to waist height
• Use hands for simple grasping, pushing or pulling frequently (34% to 66% of the workday)
• Occasionally push or pull with forces up to 100 pounds, bend, squat, kneel, lie down, crawl, knee stand, dig, or use hammer drills (up to 33% of the workday)
• Frequently push or pull with forces up to 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, or reach overhead (34 to 66% of the workday)
• Work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and environmental conditions
• Possess the ability to work at heights with physical agility and a full range of motion, with ability to maintain balance

Benefits

Princeton University offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees.

Salary Range

$81,000 to $104,000